Kenya has launched two transformative digital platforms aimed at enhancing the efficiency and transparency of government operations. The Presidential Directives Management Information System (PDMIS) and the Foreign Travel Management Information System (FOTIMS) are designed to streamline the management of presidential directives and foreign travel approvals for senior government officials.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua highlighted that these platforms are crucial in advancing governance and improving public service delivery through digital means. The introduction of PDMIS and FOTIMS represents a significant step towards greater efficiency, transparency, and accountability within the Kenyan government.
PDMIS will facilitate the digital dispatch and tracking of presidential directives, which were previously handled through physical documents. Accessible only to Cabinet Secretaries and Principal Secretaries, this system aims to eliminate paper-based processes, thus modernizing and expediting the implementation of presidential directives.
FOTIMS, on the other hand, automates the approval process for foreign travel by senior officials, replacing a manual system with a streamlined digital solution. This platform ensures that all foreign travel is justified and that public resources are managed effectively, enhancing accountability in expenditure.
Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo emphasized the pivotal role of these systems in promoting accountability and effective governance. Both platforms align with the government’s broader commitment to leveraging technology to enhance public sector performance.
The introduction of PDMIS and FOTIMS marks a significant milestone in Kenya’s digital transformation journey, aiming to improve the management of government operations and ensure prudent use of resources.
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