Scope and Objectives

These guidelines cover the entire software lifecycle from initiation definition to decommissioning.

They are mandatory and applicable to all Government institutions in Rwanda and should be followed by Government staff as well as any external parties involved in the acquisition, implementation and maintenance of software within Government institutions. Key objectives of these guidelines include:

• Ensure software projects  implemented in Government institutions are initiated and acquired in line with existing policies.
• Minimise duplication in acquisition and implementation of software projects across governments and ensure efficient sharing of resources wherever possible.
• Ensure software projects are implemented in line with best practices to ensure quality and ease of maintenance
• Ensure software projects meet the needs and requirements of institutions and deliver value
• Ensure software projects meet data protection and privacy regulations and requirements
• To secure the integrity and availability of government software and protect the institution from malicious attacks.