A conceptual framework for transparent public decision-making through E-government development in Saudi Arabia

Abstract

This paper proposes a conceptual framework for improving the transparency in public decisionmaking through e-government development in Saudi Arabia. A comprehensive review of the related literature is conducted. The theoretical foundation for the development of the conceptual framework is discussed. This leads to the development of specific hypotheses to be tested and validated for better understanding how to improve the transparency in public decision making through e-government. This study contributes to the information systems literature through proposing a conceptual framework for improving the transparency in public decision-making through e-government development in Saudi Arabia.