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MANILA, Philippines — A shopper group known as on the nationwide authorities to ascertain a “connectivity rating index” to function a benchmark for each authorities and personal establishments amid digitization efforts.
CitizenWatch Philippines identified the nation’s lack of a metric system to find out the standard of connectivity a particular establishment has.
“We have long suffered a mismatch between demand for internet services in public spaces and the quality provided by those in charge of these spaces,” stated CitizenWatch Philippines Co-convener Tim Abejo in a latest assertion.
“The administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., given its avowed commitment to digitally transform the country, should engage in a public-private collaboration that would establish a Connectivity Index Rating in all public and private buildings,” he added.
Abejo defined that the dearth of such a metric system leaves most people with no approach of understanding whether or not they might go surfing in these locations.
“It’s become a guessing game, something that depends on luck,” he stated.
“It should not be so difficult to determine the number of foot traffic of an establishment and properly match this data to design optimal coverage and broadband network configurations that would provide a satisfactory experience for internet users in a particular location,” he added.
According to Abejo, the nationwide authorities ought to set up a connectivity index that’s simple to know; displayed prominently in public areas to provide folks an concept of the standard of the Internet connection inside public premises and to push institutions to make sure digital connectivity.
“Having a connectivity index rating of an establishment publicly displayed or available online will affect the image of an institution and will force building owners to take steps to ensure high-quality digital connectivity for their users,” Abejo stated.
He instructed that the score system ought to be easy for the general public to know.
“Ensuring fast connectivity and adequate coverage in government buildings is a fundamental element of the President’s E-Government initiatives aimed to enhance the delivery of government services. A Connectivity Index Rating for all public and private buildings will help boost a systemic digital transformation that our country needs to become competitive in a global digital economy,” Abejo stated.
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