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Deciding what you need technology to do, avoiding lock-in, sharing software and choosing open source.
The government technology and service design standards that GovTech Catalyst funded challenges must meet.
This is collated guidance from government websites and independent bodies to help you follow the technology code of practice.
Your technology should adapt to future demands and work with existing technologies, processes and infrastructure in your organisation.
Choose tools and technology that let you create a high quality service in a cost effective way. Minimise the cost of changing direction in future.
These principles describe how the government should manage legacy technology.
Choosing technology, development, integration, hosting, testing, security and maintenance.
The Technology Code of Practice is a set of criteria to help government design, build and buy technology.
Increase sustainability throughout the lifecycle of your technology.
Find out how your school can plan and use digital technology better.
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