Technological advances in recent decades have profoundly changed everyday life – in business, government, at home and at work. It has had a profound impact on all aspects of our lives, including the way we connect, socialize, understand, and even run or govern.
While the rapid spread of digital and physical technologies has great potential, it also carries risks. As previous waves of technical development in industry and society have expressed their concern for individuals and society, a similar concern can be seen in the current debate about artificial intelligence, nuclear energy, gene editing and social media.
Clearly, it is important for both developing and developed countries to create policies and regulatory systems to monitor these new technological breakthroughs. Under these conditions, the concept of ‘technology management’ is becoming more and more popular all over the world.
In this article, we will learn about technology governance and explain what are the key regulatory frameworks for technology?
Definition of technology management:
According to the OECD: Technology management can be defined as the process of exercising political, economic and administrative power over the development, dissemination and operation of technology in society. It can include rules (e.g. regulations, standards and customs), but can also be operated through physical and virtual architectures to manage risks and benefits. Technology governance refers not only to official government activities, but also to the activities of companies, civil society organizations and communities of practice. In the broadest sense, it represents the sum total of the many ways that individuals and organizations shape technology and, conversely, how technology shapes social order.
Technology governance often involves many stakeholders, including government agencies, regulators, industry associations, and individual organisations. Here, “governance” refers to a range of institutional structures and norms that guide technological progress, including:
- Define research and development programs and public accountability mechanisms
- Technology assessment, forecasting and scientific advice
- Public participation and scientific communication
- Technical standards and design
- Regulations and soft laws
- Management and self-regulation of the private sector
Where is the need for a framework for effective technology management?
Currently, the world is coming to the end of the stage of establishing the “Information and Communication Technology (ICT)” and entering the stage of establishing a new model, including pioneering technologies (Blockchain, AI). , Self-driving cars, Internet of Things, etc.).). In this scenario, the role of technology management becomes important for the following reasons:
- Public policy design
- Ensuring national security
- Minimizing risks and potential negative impacts caused by the use of new technologies
- Drive innovation by providing a framework for experimentation and risk taking while ensuring responsible use
- Use technology ethically.
What are the key governance frameworks for technology regulation?
According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Technology Governance Report 2021.As new technologies continue to evolve, regulators should anticipate their needs and risks. While it is not always possible to stay ahead of evolving technology, it is possible to prepare.”
Popular governance framework topics include:
- ethical management
- Public-private partnership:
- Agility, quick adjustment
- experiment
- Data sharing/interoperability
- legal cooperation
In summary, encouraging public education and awareness raising about emerging technologies and their possible consequences will empower individuals to make informed choices and encourage responsible behavior. in the adoption and use of new technologies.
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Source: newstars.edu.vn