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Overview
Prepared by (Name of the experimenter)
Digitization of correspondence in the Tax Challenge Authority (AIT)
On date (Day/Month/Year)
20/04/2022
What action learning plan is this activity related to?
The experiment involving the digitization of correspondence in the Tax Challenge Authority (AIT) is related to an action learning plan focused on administrative efficiency and digital transformation. The primary aim is to improve correspondence management by introducing a system that digitizes incoming and outgoing communication, ensuring better traceability, transparency, and responsiveness in the handling of tax-related disputes. This aligns with broader goals of process optimization, reduced paperwork, and enhanced public service delivery.
Design
What is the specific learning intent of the activity? Why is it important to do this experiment?
Specific Learning Intent of the Activity:
The intent is to understand how digitizing correspondence can enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the Tax Challenge Authority (AIT). It aims to assess how digital systems improve document management, responsiveness, and public service delivery.
Why Is It Important?
This experiment is crucial as it addresses the need to modernize administrative processes, reduce errors, and streamline workflows in tax-related correspondence. By transitioning to a digital system, the AIT can become more efficient, reduce costs, and increase public trust through better transparency and tracking of disputes.
What is your hypothesis? IF... THEN....
IF the Tax Challenge Authority (AIT) implements a digital correspondence system, THEN it will increase administrative efficiency, reduce processing times, and improve the traceability and transparency of tax-related communications.
Does the activity use a control group for comparison?
Yes, the same group but before the intervention
Describe which actions, with whom, where, when will you (or did you) take to test your hypothesis:
Actions to Test the Hypothesis:
Implementation of a Digital Correspondence System:
Develop and deploy a digital system for managing incoming and outgoing correspondence at the AIT.
Partnerships and Collaborators:
Collaborate with the IT department, legal teams, and administrative staff at the Tax Challenge Authority (AIT) for the system's integration.
Where and When:
The experiment is planned for AIT offices over a specified timeline for gradual implementation and testing.
Target Outcomes:
Test the system’s impact on efficiency, traceability, and processing times for tax-related correspondence.
If you worked with partners, please choose what sector they belong to (select all that apply)
Government (& related)
What is the total estimated monetary resources needed for this experiment?
Between 1,000 and 9,999 USD
Please upload any supporting images or visuals for this experiment.
Please upload any supporting links
https://www.undp.org/es/bolivia/noticias/pnud-y-ait-promueven-experiencias-para-un-gobierno-electronico
Results
Was the original hypothesis (If.. then) proven or disproven? In which way do the results support the original hypothesis or not?
The original hypothesis was proven. The implementation of the SURI system resulted in significant improvements, including a 76% reduction in document management time and a 91% reduction in document generation time through digital signatures, supporting the hypothesis that digitization would enhance administrative efficiency and transparency. These results demonstrate that the shift to a digital system streamlined workflows, reduced errors, and improved traceability, validating the experiment's goals.
What are the most important learning outcomes of the experiment? Are any changes recommended?
Most Important Learning Outcomes:
Significant Time Savings: The SURI system reduced document management and generation times, demonstrating the efficiency of digital transformation in administrative processes.
Increased Transparency: Improved traceability of documents and processes enhanced accountability and responsiveness.
Reduced Paper Usage: A 38% reduction in paper usage highlighted the environmental and cost benefits of digitization.
Recommended Changes:
Expand to Other Departments: Scale the system across more government sectors.
Continuous Training: Ensure ongoing staff training for optimal system use.
Considering the outcomes of this experimental activity, which of the following best describe what happened after? (Please select all that apply)
This experiment led to partnerships, This experiment led to adoption of new ways of working by our partners
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Please add any supporting links that describe the planning, implementation, results of learning of this activity? For example a tweet, a blog, or a report.
Learning
What were the main obstacles and challenges you encountered during this activity? What advise would you give colleagues trying to replicate this experimental activity?
9Industry, innovation and infrastructure
16Peace, justice and strong institutions
17Partnerships for the goals
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