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Objective: This study investigates the barriers to implementing the policy of establishing a national identity information database and issuing smart national ID cards, in accordance with Clause (D) of Article 46 of Iran’s Fifth Development Plan.
Methodology: The research was conducted using a qualitative approach, based on semi-structured interviews. The collected data were analyzed through thematic analysis.
Findings: The analysis revealed that the barriers to policy implementation can be categorized across four levels:
- Level 1: Weakness in the supply of raw materials for producing the card body was identified as a dependent barrier, while managerial inefficiencies and internal organizational processes within the Civil Registration Organization were classified as linkage barriers.- Level 2: Lack of a coherent policy framework and inter-agency collaboration, along with deficiencies in policy design and formulation, were recognized as independent barriers.- Level 3: Weakness in policy monitoring and evaluation emerged as a linkage barrier.- Level 4: Neglect of cultural context and social dynamics was identified as a foundational barrier.
Originality: This research offers valuable insights for policymakers seeking to reform the smart civil registration policy and supports managers in enhancing the implementation process.
Practical/Research Implications: The findings serve as a strategic guide for effective policy planning and development of e-government initiatives, including future applications of artificial intelligence in national governance.
Keywords: Public policy, policy implementation, policy evaluation, e-government, Civil Registration Organization, Fifth Development Plan, smart national ID card
Methodology: The research was conducted using a qualitative approach, based on semi-structured interviews. The collected data were analyzed through thematic analysis.
Findings: The analysis revealed that the barriers to policy implementation can be categorized across four levels:
- Level 1: Weakness in the supply of raw materials for producing the card body was identified as a dependent barrier, while managerial inefficiencies and internal organizational processes within the Civil Registration Organization were classified as linkage barriers.- Level 2: Lack of a coherent policy framework and inter-agency collaboration, along with deficiencies in policy design and formulation, were recognized as independent barriers.- Level 3: Weakness in policy monitoring and evaluation emerged as a linkage barrier.- Level 4: Neglect of cultural context and social dynamics was identified as a foundational barrier.
Originality: This research offers valuable insights for policymakers seeking to reform the smart civil registration policy and supports managers in enhancing the implementation process.
Practical/Research Implications: The findings serve as a strategic guide for effective policy planning and development of e-government initiatives, including future applications of artificial intelligence in national governance.
Keywords: Public policy, policy implementation, policy evaluation, e-government, Civil Registration Organization, Fifth Development Plan, smart national ID card
Keywords: Public policy, policy implementation, policy evaluation, e-government, Civil Registration Organization, Fifth Development Plan, smart national ID card
Type of Study: Applicable |
Subject:
Development Process
Received: May 07 2025 | Accepted: Aug 17 2025
Received: May 07 2025 | Accepted: Aug 17 2025
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