Global Digitalisation Report (GDR)
by Smart City Enterprise
The World Digitalisation Report draws on a variety of data sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the state of digital transformation across different regions and sectors. While the exact sources and data used can vary depending on the specific focus and year of the report.
Digitalisation Maturity Report Data
Digital Infrastructure
- Internet Penetration Rates: Percentage of the population with access to the internet.
- Broadband Penetration: Availability and adoption rates of high-speed internet.
- Mobile Connectivity: Number of mobile phone subscriptions and smartphone penetration.
- 5G Deployment: Status and coverage of 5G networks.
- Digital Services Usage: Usage rates of digital services such as online banking, e-commerce, telemedicine, and e-government services.
- ICT Usage in Businesses: Adoption of technologies like cloud computing, big data analytics, IoT (Internet of Things), and AI (Artificial Intelligence) in various sectors.
- Social Media Penetration: Usage statistics of various social media platforms.
- Digital Literacy Rates: Level of digital skills among different demographics.
- Education Systems: Integration of digital tools and platforms in education systems.
- Online Learning: Enrollment and participation rates in online courses and MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses).
- E-Government Development Index (EGDI): UN’s measure of the willingness and capacity of governments to use digital technologies.
- E-Participation Index: Level of online citizen participation in governance.
- Cybersecurity Index: Level of preparedness and robustness of cybersecurity measures in different countries.
- Cybercrime Statistics: Incidence and types of cybercrimes reported.
- Digital Economy Contribution: Contribution of the digital sector to GDP.
- Employment in ICT: Number of jobs in the ICT sector.
- Startups and Innovation: Number of tech startups, investment in tech innovations, and R&D spending.
- Digital Policies: Government policies and regulations promoting digital transformation.
- Privacy Laws: Data protection and privacy regulations.
- Gender Gap: Disparities in digital access and usage between genders.
- Urban-Rural Divide: Differences in digital infrastructure and access between urban and rural areas.
- Affordability: Cost of internet access relative to income levels.
- Global Rankings: Comparison of digitalization levels across countries using indices like the Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI), Global Connectivity Index (GCI), and Networked Readiness Index (NRI).
Key Variables and Their Data Sources
Global Databases and Indices:
- World Bank: Provides data on internet usage, mobile subscriptions, and ICT infrastructure.
- International Telecommunication Union (ITU): Offers statistics on global telecommunication trends, broadband access, and digital skills.
- United Nations (UN): Especially through its specialized agencies like the UN Development Programme (UNDP) and the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), which provide insights on digital readiness and e-commerce.
Government and National Statistics:
- National statistics offices and digital ministries provide country-specific data on digital adoption, ICT infrastructure, e-government services, and digital literacy.
Private Sector Reports:
- Reports from consulting firms like McKinsey, Deloitte, and PwC offer insights into digital trends, industry-specific digital transformation, and technology adoption.
- Data from tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Cisco can provide detailed insights into internet usage patterns, cybersecurity, and cloud computing adoption.
Academic Research and Publications:
- Studies and reports from universities and research institutions that focus on the impacts of digitalization on economies, societies, and industries.
Conclusion
These diverse data sources help to paint a comprehensive picture of digitalization trends, challenges, and opportunities worldwide. The exact methodology and sources are usually detailed in the report’s methodology section, providing transparency on how the data was collected and analyzed.
