Analysis of E-Government Status in Iran Based on the SWOT Matrix
Keywords:
e-government, SWOT matrix, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threatsAbstract
This study aims to analyze the current status of e-government in Iran using the SWOT matrix to identify its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. A qualitative approach was employed based on content analysis of scientific literature, strategic policy documents, and official reports related to e-government in Iran. Data were gathered through purposive sampling until theoretical saturation and analyzed using NVivo software. Open, axial, and selective coding techniques were applied to categorize the data within the SWOT framework. Findings indicate that Iran’s e-government possesses considerable strengths, including robust ICT infrastructure, regulatory support, skilled human resources, and successful digital platforms. However, major weaknesses include fragmented systems, institutional resistance, digital divide, and cybersecurity concerns. Opportunities such as national digital transformation policies, emerging technologies, and a growing digital culture provide a foundation for progress. Conversely, threats such as international sanctions, managerial instability, and cyber vulnerabilities pose serious challenges to advancement. The study concludes that successful development of e-government in Iran requires an integrated and multidimensional approach, emphasizing inter-agency collaboration, stakeholder engagement, managerial continuity, and public trust. The SWOT framework serves as an effective tool for strategic planning toward smart governance.
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