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Requirements specification for PKI in the public sector

This document is a general, functional requirements specification for the self-declaration and procurement of a PKI based eID to be utilised in connection with electronic communication with and within the public sector in Norway.

Digital agenda for Norway in brief

– ICT for a simpler everyday life and increased productivity

The purpose of this white paper is to present the Government's policy on how Norway can exploit ICT in the best interests of society.

Leadership in Norway’s Civil Service

The document sets out the basis, framework and principles of leadership in the Civil Service. It establishes that the leadership policy must be based on the distinctive nature, value base and overall objectives of the Civil Service. The Norwegian

Regulation for universal design of information and communication technology (ICT) solutions

Laid down by Royal Decree. 21st June 2013 pursuant to Act 20 June 2008 No. 42 on the prohibition of discrimination on grounds of disability (Discrimination and Accessibility Act) § 2, § 11 and § 16.

NOU 2022: 11 - Your privacy – our shared responsibility

Time for a privacy policy

The Norwegian Privacy Commission was appointed in June 2020 and has reviewed the situation regarding privacy in Norway and highlighted major challenges and developments. The Commission has examined privacy challenges and consequences, and proposed

How to establish a data center in Norway

Essential information about regulatoryprocesses, time to market and contactinformation to relevant authorities.

Digital Throughout Life

National strategy to improve digital participation and competence in the population

The National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence

The Norwegian AI (Artificial Intelligence) Strategy.

Fourth Norwegian Action Plan - Open Government Partnership (OGP)

This is the Fourth Norwegian Open Government Partnership Action Plan.

About the Relationship between Political Leadership and the Civil Service

The purpose of these guidelines is to raise awareness about the relationship between politics and the civil service in light of changes in the tasks and trends in society.

Norwegian data centres - sustainable, digital powerhouses

Ethical Guidelines for the Public Service

High ethical standards for the provision of services and the exercise of authority are a prerequisite if the citizenry is to trust the public service. The goal of these general ethical guidelines is to ensure that all State employees are aware of

Assessment of Norwegian fixed broadband pricing in a Nordic context –2022

This analysis is commissioned by Kommunal- og distriktsdepartementet (KDD). It investigates Norwegian broadband prices, comparing them against three other Nordic markets: Denmark, Sweden and Finland. It’s an update of a previous analysis written in

Meld. St. 22 (2020–2021) - Data as a resource

Meld. St. 22 (2020–2021) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Central Government Communication Policy

The communication policy encompasses the central objectives and principles for the government’s communication with citizens, businesses, non-governmental organizations and other public agencies.

Fifth Norwegian Action Plan Open Government Partnership (OGP)

Facilitating an open administration is a central priority for the Norwegian government. All citi-zens should be able to access information on how governments and municipalities work. Open government holds decision-makers accountable, it provides

Joint Declaration on cooperation to secure critical subsea infrastructure

Norway and five other North Sea countries have signed a joint declaration on cooperation to protect energy and telecommunications infrastructure in the North Sea.

Cloud Computing strategy for Norway

In recent years cloud computing has become an important alternative for IT sourcing for the Norwegian public sector. We see that a growing number of both infrastructure and software services are being supplied in the cloud. Provided that other

One digital public sector

Digitalisation shall promote a more efficient public sector, more value creation in the business sec-tor and, not least, a simpler everyday life for most people. The strategy defines the common goals and focus areas for digitalisation activities

Norway to Host IGF - The World’s Largest Forum for the Future of the Internet

The United Nations has invited Norway to host the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in 2025 - the world’s largest forum on Internet governance.