Allocation of rish in public private partnerships in information and communications technology
- Authors: Nel, Danielle
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Public private partnerships (PPPs) , Risk allocation , Information and communications technology (ICT)
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/415991 , uj:35170 , Citation: Nel, D. Allocation of rish in public private partnerships in information and communications technology.
- Description: Abstract: , A public private partnership (PPP) is an agreement between a public and a private party to achieve a strategic objective. The PPP model is based on three principles: risk allocation and transfer, affordability, and value for money. Traditionally, PPPs have been leveraged for hard service development such as infrastructure development. The advancement of technology within the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has created new opportunities and risks for PPPs as important mechanisms for the promotion of development. The 4IR has implications for government service delivery, which have brought about an increased demand for service delivery innovation and the development of information and communications technology (ICT). Although PPPs have traditionally focused on hard services, it is important to consider PPPs for soft service delivery. It is therefore necessary to rethink the role of the PPP model as an alternative service delivery mechanism. The aim of this article is to discuss risk allocation in ICT PPPs. The research approach is qualitative in nature. The research method is based on a desktop analysis of literature and secondary data utilising unobtrusive research techniques such as conceptual and documentary analyses. The article identified various risks and opportunities for PPPs for service delivery innovation. These partnerships are often faced with high levels of uncertainty in terms of funding, level of stakeholder commitment, and complex relationships. Other risks include vendor financing, market risk, intellectual property (IP) risk, data governance, and regulatory risk. The deployment of ICT can reinforce and expand PPPs beyond all previous limitations and boundaries. This research makes proposals for good practices for risk allocation in ICT PPPs.
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- Authors: Nel, Danielle
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Public private partnerships (PPPs) , Risk allocation , Information and communications technology (ICT)
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/415991 , uj:35170 , Citation: Nel, D. Allocation of rish in public private partnerships in information and communications technology.
- Description: Abstract: , A public private partnership (PPP) is an agreement between a public and a private party to achieve a strategic objective. The PPP model is based on three principles: risk allocation and transfer, affordability, and value for money. Traditionally, PPPs have been leveraged for hard service development such as infrastructure development. The advancement of technology within the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has created new opportunities and risks for PPPs as important mechanisms for the promotion of development. The 4IR has implications for government service delivery, which have brought about an increased demand for service delivery innovation and the development of information and communications technology (ICT). Although PPPs have traditionally focused on hard services, it is important to consider PPPs for soft service delivery. It is therefore necessary to rethink the role of the PPP model as an alternative service delivery mechanism. The aim of this article is to discuss risk allocation in ICT PPPs. The research approach is qualitative in nature. The research method is based on a desktop analysis of literature and secondary data utilising unobtrusive research techniques such as conceptual and documentary analyses. The article identified various risks and opportunities for PPPs for service delivery innovation. These partnerships are often faced with high levels of uncertainty in terms of funding, level of stakeholder commitment, and complex relationships. Other risks include vendor financing, market risk, intellectual property (IP) risk, data governance, and regulatory risk. The deployment of ICT can reinforce and expand PPPs beyond all previous limitations and boundaries. This research makes proposals for good practices for risk allocation in ICT PPPs.
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An assessment of emerging hybrid public-private partnerships in the energy sector in South Africa
- Authors: Nel, Danielle
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Hybridity , Independent power producer , Public-private partnerships
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/250854 , uj:26149 , Citation: Nel, D. 2017. An assessment of emerging hybrid public-private partnerships in the energy sector in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Globally, the power sector is one of the greatest beneficiaries of private investment through public-private partnerships (PPPs) and project financing structures. South Africa has adopted a unique approach to renewable energy (RE) project finance and partnership development. This unique approach is referred to as the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). The programme is implemented through Independent Power Producer (IPP) projects. The aim of this article is to assess IPPs as a variant model of PPPs. To this end, the first objective is to determine what type of partnership IPPs constitute. The second objective is to gain an understanding of how a variant PPP model can be structured. This research is based on a qualitative research design. Data data from past research, including 66 interviews and 168 interviews, is triangulated with current research, including 13 interviews and a conceptual and documentary analysis. The findings of the research suggest that IPPs contribute to diversifying the country’s energy mix; developing RE technology; infrastructure, local economic, and green skills development; and stimulating socio-economic development. This research is unique as the concept of hybridity or hybrid PPPs is an unexplored area in public sector management. Hybrid PPPs represent a unique approach to public-private procurement for energy partnerships. The hybrid PPP model serves public interest and is crucial to the country’s energy transition.
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- Authors: Nel, Danielle
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Hybridity , Independent power producer , Public-private partnerships
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/250854 , uj:26149 , Citation: Nel, D. 2017. An assessment of emerging hybrid public-private partnerships in the energy sector in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: Globally, the power sector is one of the greatest beneficiaries of private investment through public-private partnerships (PPPs) and project financing structures. South Africa has adopted a unique approach to renewable energy (RE) project finance and partnership development. This unique approach is referred to as the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). The programme is implemented through Independent Power Producer (IPP) projects. The aim of this article is to assess IPPs as a variant model of PPPs. To this end, the first objective is to determine what type of partnership IPPs constitute. The second objective is to gain an understanding of how a variant PPP model can be structured. This research is based on a qualitative research design. Data data from past research, including 66 interviews and 168 interviews, is triangulated with current research, including 13 interviews and a conceptual and documentary analysis. The findings of the research suggest that IPPs contribute to diversifying the country’s energy mix; developing RE technology; infrastructure, local economic, and green skills development; and stimulating socio-economic development. This research is unique as the concept of hybridity or hybrid PPPs is an unexplored area in public sector management. Hybrid PPPs represent a unique approach to public-private procurement for energy partnerships. The hybrid PPP model serves public interest and is crucial to the country’s energy transition.
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Open governance for improved service delivery Innovation in South Africa
- Authors: Nel, Danielle
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Fourth Industrial Revolution , Innovation , Open governance
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/416002 , uj:35172 , Citation: Nel, D. Open governance for improved service delivery Innovation in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: , The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is the current and developing environment in which changing technologies and trends such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the way governments function. Governments are increasingly facing new risks and opportunities due to the advancement of the 4IR. Governments need to find ways to adapt to the 4IR. Innovation is a prerequisite for adapting to the 4IR. The aim of this article is to determine the level of public service delivery innovation (SDI) in South Africa in the context of the 4IR. The analysis in this article is based on secondary data and documentary analysis, including unsolicited government documents, reports and legislation, and authoritative scholarly literature. A number of innovation measures for improved service delivery have been adopted in South Africa. These efforts are not, however, embedded within the wider public service, and efforts to improve SDI should be considered. In a global environment of resource constraints and constant change, open governance through multi-stakeholder collaboration may present strategic opportunities to facilitate innovation. The aim of these initiatives is to enhance transparency and accountability, and to facilitate public service delivery and citizen participation.
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- Authors: Nel, Danielle
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Fourth Industrial Revolution , Innovation , Open governance
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/416002 , uj:35172 , Citation: Nel, D. Open governance for improved service delivery Innovation in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: , The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is the current and developing environment in which changing technologies and trends such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the way governments function. Governments are increasingly facing new risks and opportunities due to the advancement of the 4IR. Governments need to find ways to adapt to the 4IR. Innovation is a prerequisite for adapting to the 4IR. The aim of this article is to determine the level of public service delivery innovation (SDI) in South Africa in the context of the 4IR. The analysis in this article is based on secondary data and documentary analysis, including unsolicited government documents, reports and legislation, and authoritative scholarly literature. A number of innovation measures for improved service delivery have been adopted in South Africa. These efforts are not, however, embedded within the wider public service, and efforts to improve SDI should be considered. In a global environment of resource constraints and constant change, open governance through multi-stakeholder collaboration may present strategic opportunities to facilitate innovation. The aim of these initiatives is to enhance transparency and accountability, and to facilitate public service delivery and citizen participation.
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