[okfn-za] [HacksHackers Jo'burg] Looking for comment on the TECH IN BRAAM plan

Thu May 23 07:14:03 UTC 2013

Hi 
I am writing an article on this for Mail & Guardian and keen to get comment from anyone on the list who is involved in this project 
Please can you contact me today 
I have attached the brochure for your interest - 
Thanks 
Laurice 

Laurice Taitz
mediatrix 
www.todoinjoburg.co.za
@lauricetb
082 572 3553

On 23 May 2013, at 8:59 AM, Nimi Hoffmann <Nimi.Hoffmann at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi all
> 
> I'm currently doing a short work stint with a government entity, and there's the possibility that we could encourage them to make their data (more) open. 
> 
> To this end, I want to make a strong marketing case to them. Any thoughts on how to do so?
> 
> I've got the following in mind:
> 
> 1. Open data allows them to create performance indicators along a variety of dimensions (financial, social, environmental etc.). This allows them to benchmark themselves against their own performance and that of other organisations.  
> 2. This is a  a strong differentiator - not many organisations provide open data
> 3. It will improve public engagement and communication, and demonstrate a tangible commitment to improve their performance.This will enhance their brand
> 4. It will improve their self-knowledge as an organisation (i.e. employees can track what is going on in other divisions). 
> 
> Are there any organisations that recognise and celebrate open data initiatives? Is there some way that they could get a media spin on the thing, or get recognition from some kind of external agency or institution? 
> 
> Cheers,
> Nimi
> 
> 
> 
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