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The Philippine Economic Zone Authority and Department of Information and Communications technology agreed to a more synchronized information and communications system in economic zones
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Under a memorandum of understanding, DICT will evaluate and assist in the development and enhancement of PEZA applications and systems
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It will also recommend strategies for the improvement of the agency’s ICT system
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PEZA is set to launch its electronic Letter of Authority in June this year to automate the remaining office processes and further enhance facilitation of ecozone shipments
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) have agreed to a more synchronized and well-coordinated information and communications (ICT) system in economic zones.
Under a memorandum of understanding signed on May 18 by PEZA director general Tereso Panga and DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy, DICT will evaluate and assist in the development and enhancement of PEZA applications and systems as well as recommend strategies for the improvement of the agency’s ICT system.
DICT will also provide an appraisal of programs that both agencies may agree to develop and will ensure that existing PEZA applications and systems are integrated with DICT and with the digitalization aspect of the administration’s 8-Point Socio-Economic Agenda.
As DICT’s digital transformation partner, PEZA will ensure respective systems and applications are interoperable by providing guidance on processes and relevant information and data to DICT.
“By adopting e-governance and advancing the development of various solutions, together, we can eliminate bureaucratic inefficiencies, reduce red tape, and provide faster and more convenient access to critical government services,” Uy said.
Panga, for his part, said with DICT’s help, PEZA efforts in connection with digitalization will continue and enhance office and administrative efficiencies, customer satisfaction, and the delivery of services for a much-improved ease of doing business.
Panga noted that PEZA recently rolled out its electronic payment system and is set to launch its electronic Letter of Authority (e-LOA) in June this year to automate the remaining office processes and further enhance facilitation of ecozone shipments.
PEZA is also eyeing other high-impact IT infrastructure and automation projects for implementation this year. These include hybrid internet connectivity in the ecozones, electronic container tracking system with the Bureau of Customs, electronic visa and building permits, electronic financial management system, Engineering Permits Assessment Monitoring System, digital marketplace, full integration of the public ecozone command centers, and cyber security solutions.
