New guidance tool for government cloud procurement
This new assessment tool, created by DICTU, evaluates the degree of control, independence, and trustworthiness of cloud solutions against objective criteria.
3 data-sharing standards now mandatory for government
The standards in question, NL-SBB, NL GOV CloudEvents, and FSC, are added to the ‘comply or explain’ list, further boosting the Generic Digital Infrastructure (GDI).
Digital Government Act classification: best practice insights
What does classification under the Digital Government Act actually involve? Water Authority Rivierenland shares insights on determining the right assurance level.
BIO2 version 1.3 available for all government tiers
BIO2 version 1.3 replaces earlier editions and aligns more closely with the Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw), which implements the NIS2 Directive into Dutch law.
8 pilots to strengthen municipal delivery capability
The pilots receive funding to make their solutions suitable for practical use. This way, well over 100 municipalities can reuse them by the end of 2026.
AI model GPT-NL to start trial with virtual assistant Gem
ICTU, 27 local councils, and TNO are the first to trial GPT-NL for the virtual assistant Gem. One of their objectives is to enhance public service delivery.
OBDO establishes Federated Data System Agreement Framework
This lays the foundation for providers within the Federated Data System and marks a major step towards responsible, standardised data sharing across government.
The NDS is evolving and moving forward
The impact of the coalition agreement and the formation of a new cabinet on the NDS remains uncertain. Until further notice, work will continue as planned.
Demo Day 2026: driving more reuse
The Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations hosted its 5th Demo Day, which highlighted innovation in digital government and called for less fragmentation.
IAMA updated to reflect practice and regulations
The Impact Assessment of Human Rights and Algorithms has been updated. This version aligns better with practical experience within government and the AI Act.
Making a real difference for people as a government
Trust between citizens and the government is strained. The acceleration team, led by Hans Ouwehand, is working towards a different approach to public services.
Experts brief Senate on Netherlands Digitalisation Strategy
How can the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy (NDS) be effective? And what does the strategy require from the Senate? These questions were key at an NDS session.
