Transforming Local Governance: Indonesia’s One Data Policy in Mesuji Regency and Semarang City

Abstract

This study delves into the pursuit of improving welfare in public services and subnational governance by innovatively implementing unified data systems: Beneficiary Single Data (SAFAAT) in Morowali Regency, Village Single Data in Mesuji Regency, and Semarang Single Data in Semarang City. The SAFAAT program manages data for education, healthcare, and assistance to impoverished communities, aiming to achieve prosperity while considering human civilization. The Village Single Data innovation serves as an online platform for handling direct cash assistance (BLT) from village funds. Semarang Single Data serves as a communication and coordination hub between Central and Regional Agencies, fostering the implementation of unified Indonesian data at the city level. This qualitative research explores these innovations' potential to enhance welfare, streamline fund management, and guide regional development for the betterment of society. The digital evolution in Indonesia poses opportunities and challenges for data-driven government decision-making.