An analytic framework for open government policy design processes

Abstract

This paper lays out an analytical framework for OG policy design processes. It uses; systematic review of (1) scholarly literature, and (2) real OG policies to corroborate existing definitions of OG and its sub-categories. The subcategories are then used for an in-depth literature review of policy design research that is developed into; conceptual model of OG design processes. The model establishes the design considerations needed by policymakers and administrators of OG policies, and can be used as; framework for evaluating OG policy processes. The paper also clarifies design concepts and best practices in; growing e-government domain, and outlines; research agenda for studying OG within organizational theory in public administration.