Title: Why Is Transparency Critical in Local Government? | Diligent Insights
Headings: Why Is Transparency Critical in Local Government?
Why Is Transparency Critical in Local Government?
In this article, you will learn:
Why openness and accountability go hand-in-hand with transparency
How both internal and external communications improve with greater transparency
Why transparency is most effective with the right digital tools designed for local governments
The Benefits of Openness, Transparency, and Accountability
Transparency Enhances Communication
Technology Is the Key to Transparency
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Content: Technology Is the Key to Transparency
Advancements in technology have provided new ways for local governments to share information publicly in ways that are efficient, cost-effective, and fast. New digital tools make it drastically easier to store and manage documents and other information. Citizens are familiar enough with technology that they expect their governments to be current on how technology can make information more transparent and accountable. Social media has become a staple in our society. Not only has it become important in our personal lives, it’s important in business and local government too. It’s often the most proficient way to share information. Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube provide outlets to share information proactively with the general public for announcing events, live-streaming government meetings, and communicating policy changes. In today’s world, many people spend lots of their time on social media, and that means that social media is a great place to get information to them fast. Additionally, social media opens up a way for two-way communication. Local governments can post information in seconds and in a few more seconds get comments and feedback from citizens.