The Public Value of e-Government at The Village Level

Abstract

The villages as a local government directly serve the public should always provide good public services. On this basis, this article analyzes how the implementation of e-Government by village governments can contribute positively to village`s governance and public service seen from a public values perspective. The research method used in this research is the descriptive research method with a qualitative approach. Sources of data come from secondary sources from books, journal articles and other relevant documents. The results of the analysis revealed that there are at least 3 (three) public values from the adoption of e-Government at the village level, namely: First, the commitment of the village government to provide technology-based public services would create good public services. Second, the implementation of e-Government ensures the public's right to participate in government administration in which the adoption of technology and information provides rights for open and collaborative governance. Third, the implementation of e-Government encourages the acceleration of a digital society which would contribute positively to village development and create public welfare.

Regional Governance Based on Public Value: Study in East Ogan Komering Ulu Regency Government, Indonesia

“…This concept emphasizes that the government must be able to create significant value for society through three main elements: legitimacy and support, operational capability, and substantial value. Thus, the government's success in providing public services is measured not only from an administrative or procedural perspective, but also from the substantial impact it produces on society as a whole (Herdiana et al, 2022) .…”