Motivations for open data adoption: An institutional theory perspective |
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| Institution: | 1. Utrecht University – School of Governance, Bijlhouwerstraat 6, Utrecht 3511 ZC, the Netherlands;2. Utrecht University – Urban Futures Studio, Heidelberglaan 8, Room 043, Utrecht 3584 CS, the Netherlands;1. Creating 010, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, P.O. Box 3001 HA, Rotterdam, The Netherlands;2. Research & Documentation Centre, Ministry of Security and Justice, P.O. Box 20301, 2500 EH The Hague, The Netherlands;3. Industrial System & Product Design, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Ghent University, Graaf K de Goedelaan 5, 8500 Kortrijk, Belgium |
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| Abstract: | During the last few years, government institutions and agencies around the world have been adopting Open Government Data (OGD) initiatives to achieve political, social, economic, cultural and institutional benefits. This study aims to investigate the motivational factors for adopting OGD among government institutions in Saudi Arabia. A qualitative research approach was used to guide the research and the data was collected using interviews and documentation. The results of the study are interpreted and explained using elements from institutional theory. It shows that the adoption of OGD is influenced by existing institutional arrangements, and that the institutional changes that are occurring in the country such as the Saudi Vision 2030, the approval of the Freedom of information Act 2016, and anti-corruption campaigns have contributed positively to the transition from culture of secrecy to openness. In addition, the initiative is influenced by internal and external institutional pressures. Furthermore, the organizations studied perceived several benefits, which can be described as rationalized myths of the OGD such as transparency and accountability, better access to government data, support for innovation, improved government services, operational benefits and encouragement of participation. Based on the findings, the study provides some theoretical and practical implications regarding OGD adoption in government sittings. |
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