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“Focus on resilience rather than a perfect score”
On Basisbeveiliging.nl, professionals can assess the status of organisations' fundamental digital security measures, indicated on maps with traffic light colours.
Revised Assurance Levels Regulatory Assistance Tool
The Assurance Levels Regulatory Assistance Tool helps service providers classify their digital services. The update made the tool more user-friendly and effective.
Getting started with measuring and improving service delivery
The Measurement Model offers a tried-and-tested approach with a practical handbook. It is a strategic framework for taking steps towards improving service delivery.
Annual Monitor Digital Accessibility 2024
Government organisations are improving the accessibility of their websites and apps. While trends developed positively in 2024, there is still much work to be done.
Communicating smarter via the Message Box for Businesses
Communication between municipalities and entrepreneurs is fragmented, complicating oversight. Eric Schunselaar says the Message Box for Businesses is the solution.
How to convince your manager to embrace open source?
Developers are well aware of the benefits of open source. But how do you convince your manager? Tom Ootes of developer.overheid.nl tells you how to make your case.
Data lineage fosters trust in government data
According to this WODC report, data lineage - tracking the origin of data and how it is applied - can help foster trust in the accuracy of data used by government.
Advancing policy on email archiving
The policy on email archiving, with input from privacy advisers and the PAR team, was refined by CIO-Rijk to address privacy concerns and is now ready for approval.
Extended login at lower assurance level
The government is extending the transition period for DigiD login level ‘low’ by 3 years. Contribute your ideas for improvements online via the internet consultation.
Quantum-safe cryptography: a distant prospect?
"We aim to convey a sense of urgency for quantum-safe cryptography", says Pieter Schneider, Programme Manager Directorate CIO Rijk, on the quantum computing threat.
New quantum cryptography policy framework
This comprehensive framework aims to establish an effective cryptography policy, ensuring that organisations are well-prepared to address potential threats.
“Being able to choose from multiple login methods is a must”
As its director, Rob Kerstens was involved in developing the new System Access. Recently stepped down from his duties, he offers his reflection on the situation.
