Transforming government with cloud technologies

July 9, 2019

The cloud is ubiquitous. Whether we think about it consciously or not, almost all of us are using cloud services. That could be a music service such as Spotify, storage such as Dropbox, communications via Gmail, or a software-as-a-service application such as Salesforce. Cloud services touch all of our lives. But these examples only hint at the importance and impact of the cloud. Cloud technologies such as infrastructureas-a-service and platform-as-a-service are redefining how government information technology organizations develop and deliver solutions to employees and citizens. By leveraging the cloud, government can become more efficient in its use of technology, and can innovate more quickly and effectively to advance its mission.

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Gemeente Haren

The municipality Haren is on the move. The municipality aims to be a reliable partner who does not shy away from the challenges and good reserves. A church that is green, social and entrepreneurial. A service oriented and proactive attitude can be found among workers who perform their duties in a pleasant and customer-friendly work environment. The municipality has an effective organization with short lines.

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The municipality Haren is on the move. The municipality aims to be a reliable partner who does not shy away from the challenges and good reserves. A church that is green, social and entrepreneurial. A service oriented and proactive attitude can be found among workers who perform their duties in a pleasant and customer-friendly work environment. The municipality has an effective organization with short lines.

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