Government can use e-commerce in the following ways:
● E-procurement. Government agencies should be able to trade electronically
with all suppliers using open standards-through ‘agency enablement’ programs,
‘supplier enablement’ programs, and e-procurement information systems.
● Customs clearance. With the computerization of customs processes and operations
(i.e., electronic submission, processing and electronic payment; and
automated systems for data entry to integrate customs tables, codes and preassessment),
one can expect more predictable and more precise information
on clearing time and delivery shipments, and increased legitimate revenues.
● Tax administration. This includes a system for electronic processing and transmission
of tax return information, online issuances of tax clearances, permits,
and licenses, and an electronic process registration of businesses and new
taxpayers, among others.
More often than not, the e-commerce initiatives of government are a barometer
indicating whether or not the infrastructure supports e-commerce use by private
firms. This means that if government is unable to engage in e-procurement, secure
records online, or have customs fees remitted electronically, then the private
sector will also have difficulties in e-commerce uptake. Virtually, the benefits
from e-commerce accrue to the government, as the experiences of some
countries reflect
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