Must-know ICT and government terminology

A notification issued by a government agency to the market, indicating its intention to conduct a procurement activity in the near future. Advance notices provide potential suppliers with an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming procurement, including conducting market research and determining their interest and capacity to bid for the contract.

A range of support services provided to organisations to help manage and streamline administrative tasks and processes. These services can include activities such as document management, data entry, record-keeping, appointment scheduling, travel arrangements, and other administrative duties.

The process of acquiring goods, services or construction works by a central agency on behalf of multiple government agencies or departments within a jurisdiction. This approach aims to achieve economies of scale, improve value for money, and streamline procurement processes across government entities. It typically involves the establishment of common procurement frameworks or panels, which are accessible by multiple government agencies and departments, and are based on a set of agreed specifications and standards.

The process of producing visual images from sound waves. It involves using specialised equipment to transmit sound waves into an object or body, and then measuring the echoes that bounce back. The resulting data is then processed and transformed into an image or 3D model.

The set of policies, procedures, and technologies used to manage and restrict access to digital resources or assets. Access control and management systems are designed to ensure that only authorised users are granted access to resources or information, while preventing unauthorised access, theft, or damage. Access control and management systems can include passwords, biometric identification, and encryption.