“Big Data” and other analytical tools have great potential to make governments more efficient and improve citizens’ lives, particularly in health and public safety sectors. A new study released by the TechAmerica Foundation and commissioned by SAP AG has revealed that 87 percent of federal IT officials and 75 percent of state IT officials say Big Data can have real and immediate impacts on how governments operate.
The survey of nearly 200 public IT officials, conducted by renowned pollsters, Penn Schoen and Berland, found that 83 percent of federal IT officials say Big Data solutions can help government cut the federal budget by at least 10 percent, or $380 billion. Those surveyed also believe that Big Data can save lives, for example by improving medical treatments.
“The findings from this study underscore the infinite potential of Big Data and reaffirm the findings of our Big Data Commission. That governments can save money and improve their service to citizens is clear from this study but it’s also clear that we must find ways to overcome adoption barriers – quickly,” said Jennifer Kerber, president of the TechAmerica Foundation.
