Transformation of Government Management through the Process of Formulating Regional Regulations for the Archival System and Digital Library in West Java Province in 2021

Abstract

This research is motivated by the low reading interest of the Indonesian public and the suboptimal digitization of archives and libraries in the regions, necessitating institutional transformation capable of integrating archival systems and digital literacy. The purpose of this research is to analyze the process of transforming government management thru the formulation of regional regulations regarding digital archiving and library systems in West Java Province in 2021. As for the research, it uses a qualitative method, employing Dunn's policy process theory and the four dimensions of government management transformation. The research findings indicate that the transformation of government management reflects a shift in the bureaucratic paradigm toward digital knowledge-based governance. Reframing is characterized by a shift in the perception of archives and libraries as sources of public data; restructuring involves reorganizing institutions, human resources, and digital systems; revitalization strengthens public services; and renewal involves cultural, value, and digital leadership updates. Meanwhile, the process of formulating the Regional Regulation has also been carried out in a participatory, deliberative, and evidence-based manner, covering the stages of agenda setting, formulation, and policy legitimization. Based on the research findings, it can be affirmed that digital transformation must be implemented sustainably thru strengthening the competence of government officials, cross-sectoral collaboration, and policy evaluation that adapts to technological developments and community needs.