Trans-European networks for the electronic interchange of data between administrations IDA II: interoperability

OBJECTIVE: the proposal for a decision concerns the adoption of a series of actions and measures in order to ensure interoperability of and access to trans-European networks for the electronic interchange of data between administrations (IDA programme - second phase). SUBSTANCE: in the proposed second phase of the IDA programme, the Community aims to: - attain a high level of interoperability, within and between the various administrative sectors and with the private sector, between the telematics networks in the Member States and between the Community and Member States, in order to attain economic and monetary union and enable Community policies to be implemented; - establish and operate these networks in such a way as to increase their viability, reactivity, flexibility and adaptability to technical progress and the development of the market; - enable enterprises and the citizens of the Union to benefit from these networks; - promote the dissemination of better practices and encourage the devising of original telematics solutions within administrations. In order to attain these objectives, the Community will carry out horizontal measures and projects, particularly including feasibility studies or demonstrations, the setting-up of working parties comprising experts from the Member States and the Community and, if appropriate, the acquisition of goods and services for the Community. �