This document provides a descriptive model as the basis for a shared understanding and vocabulary of the key components of digital government for the development community.

It builds on, and is informed by, existing frameworks for digital or e-government.4 This model is not intended to be prescriptive, nor is it intended to replace existing reference frameworks and documents already in use by partners. The model is a living document intended to evolve over time and complements the strong base of existing work on digital development and governance.