European Commission Resources
The project drew on and contributed to a network of European eGovernment knowledge-sharing platforms and initiatives.
epractice.eu
The European Commission's eGovernment practice-sharing platform, offering case studies, news, and community resources for public-sector practitioners across Europe.
eEurope 2005 Modinis
The European Commission programme that funded the Breaking Barriers project, aimed at accelerating the adoption of digital public services across member states.
Related Organisations & Initiatives
The project referenced and collaborated with leading international bodies working on eGovernment standards and policy.
- OECD — eGovernment Studies The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development's comparative analyses and policy recommendations on digital government.
- W3C — Web Accessibility Initiative The World Wide Web Consortium's guidelines and standards for accessible digital public services.
- EU-funded Research Projects A network of related European research initiatives addressing digital inclusion, interoperability, and public-sector innovation.
Further Reading
Explore the project's own outputs and the barrier inventory for deeper insight into eGovernment obstacles and solutions.
- Inventory of eGovernment Barriers A structured catalogue of legal, organisational, and technical obstacles, with country examples from across Europe.
- Newsletter Archive All 15 issues published between July 2005 and January 2008, documenting project findings and eGovernment developments.
- Project Outputs Deliverables, case studies, and final recommendations from the Breaking Barriers research team.
Beyond the flagship platforms highlighted above, the European digital government landscape has long been enriched by a broader ecosystem of collaborative initiatives and knowledge-sharing networks. Practitioners across member states regularly exchange practical case studies, lessons learned, and implementation guidance through community-driven channels that span national and regional levels. These spaces allow public-sector professionals to compare approaches to service delivery, accessibility, and user-centered design, helping to avoid duplicated effort and encouraging the spread of proven solutions. For citizens, the cumulative effect is a more seamless experience when interacting with public services online, with less bureaucracy and clearer pathways to the information they need, regardless of which country they happen to be in.
The work of promoting inclusive digital public services is an ongoing journey, one that depends on sustained cooperation between governments, researchers, and citizens themselves. As technologies evolve and new platforms emerge, the principles that guided earlier eGovernment efforts remain as relevant as ever: transparency, accessibility, and a genuine focus on the end user. Those interested in exploring this space further can look to the many resources, publications, and community forums that continue to document progress and highlight remaining challenges. Whether the goal is simplifying administrative procedures, improving digital literacy, or ensuring that no one is left behind in the transition to online services, the collective body of knowledge offers both inspiration and practical direction for the road ahead.
