Electronic governance for the Lands and Surveys Department in Cyprus

Abstract

This research work examines existing electronic governance (eGov) systems in the area of interest of land registry, and investigates products and benefits provided to users, along with their policy of pricing. It analyses the eEurope initiative and the strategy of Cyprus regarding electronic access to public services. In addition, it proposes principles for the introduction of an eGov system in the field of business operations and the sphere of responsibility of the Lands and Surveys Department in Cyprus (DLS) and suggests basic amendments at land legislation. Furthermore, this study makes recommendations to the DLS, so that it could improve its productivity, the efficiency and effectiveness of services to citizens and business as well as to maximise its contribution in the development of the wider electronic Cyprus (eCyprus).

Citation

Andrea Panayiotou, P. (2003), "Electronic governance for the Lands and Surveys Department in Cyprus", Property Management, Vol. 21 No. 5, pp. 337-354. https://doi.org/10.1108/02637470310508671