Digitalization is a comprehensive process of transitioning to the use of digital technologies in public administration, the economy, the social sphere, and citizens' everyday lives.
In the context of the Digitalization Strategy of the Akmola Region for 2025–2030, digitalization is understood as the creation of a unified digital ecosystem in which all IT services, data, and technologies are interconnected, standardized, and aimed at improving the quality of life and the efficiency of public administration.
Digital Infrastructure
High-speed internet access, including 4G/5G and fiber-optic networks (FTTx) even in remote villages
Centralized data centers and cloud-based solutions
Integration of IT Systems
Formation of a unified IT landscape: elimination of redundant digital solutions, standardization and unification of platforms
Establishment of a unified data storage system (Data Lake) accessible to government agencies, businesses, and the public
Digitalization of Industries
Implementation of digital solutions in agriculture (AgriTech), logistics, education, healthcare, ecology, tourism, and housing and utilities
Examples: drones, IoT sensors, Big Data, AI, AR/VR technologies
Smart Cities and Data-Driven Governance
Development of Smart City concepts (e.g., Smart Aqkol 2.0), creation of a Regional Control Center (RCC) to process key data in real time
Adoption of the Data-Driven Government model for decision-making based on analytics
Digital Literacy and Human Capital
Educational programs in IT and cybersecurity
Development of IT hubs, attraction and retention of skilled professionals in the region
Cybersecurity
Establishment of a Security Operations Center (SOC) to monitor and respond to cyber threats
Protection of personal and state data
Financing and Investment
Attracting investment in the IT sector through public-private partnerships (PPPs), venture capital, accelerator programs, and grants