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Student Placement Programme – Bridging the skills gap
For another year, MITA launched the Student Placement Programme on Wednesday 3rd March 2021.
Student Placement Programme – Bridging the skills gap
For another year, MITA launched the Student Placement Programme on Wednesday 3rd March 2021.
Student Placement Programme – Bridging the skills gap
For another year, MITA launched the Student Placement Programme on Wednesday 3rd March 2021.
...
Supporting Our Digital Future – An Automation Journey
Written by Andre Scicluna
In today’s digital world, Government organisations leverage IT to offer public services with increased efficiency and reduced queue time.
The Developing EU Digital Regulatory Framework
Written by Pauline Debono
Two regulatory proposals published by the European Commission on the 15 December 2020 are set to update the regulatory framework as a result of the ongoing digitalization of services.
Back on Track!
Written by Loranne Avzar
At one time or another during our career, most of us might experience a career setback. Hence, it is reasonable to expect the unexpected to occur at some point in our career.
...
Launch of MITA Strategy 2021 -2023
A strategy that will strengthen our digitalisation programme.
...
MITA IT Operations – who are we?
Written by Matthew Catania
Today, most organizations critically depend on information technology (IT) as the enabler for meeting their objectives. IT affects every sector or industry and such dependency continues to grow exponentially as time progresses.
...
The Importance of Guiding Principles and Foundations; A Perspective In view of Technological advances and Innovation.
Written by Ian Scicluna Laiviera
At the beginning and onset of any revolutionary drive be it technological or scientific, we tend to get lost behind what we could achieve at the cost of that which works and has stood the test of time.
...
Moving Forward -> Technology an enabler for Change – MITA’s Client Relationship perspective
Written by Andre Damato
MITA stepped into 2021 fresh from its recent 30th Anniversary in 2020. Over the years Malta’s government ICT organisation,
...
Thirty Years of MITA: An Enduring Success of a Public Tech Entity
Written by Brian Micallef
On Thursday, 17th December 2020, the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA) launched a publication to mark the 30th Anniversary since the establishment of the Agency. This book provides a detailed overview about how the Agen...
MITA’s procurement outlook for 2021: Opportunities for the IT Sector
Written by Karina di Maggio
The new year will once again see the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA) engaged in numerous procurement activities, which should be of great interest to economic operators involved in the IT Sector, both locally and abroad....
Augmented Reality
Written by Jason Zammit and Julian Calleja
Augmented Reality – AR is a technology that blends a real-life environment with computer-generated information such as data, images, interactive models, or text.
...
Liability for the Operation of AI Systems: Civil Law Revisited?
Written by Pauline Debono
Despite the past grim months of 2020, the pace of the work of the European institutions has remained consistent. The work on the public health challenges has inevitably taken the limelight but the remaining areas of economic activity...
MITA Service Management – a supporting pillar
Written by Matthew Catania
Typically, the early understanding of what some of the primary value-adding activities within an IT organization are, include software development, IT administration, and ongoing configuration of services amongst many others
...
Leading by Innovation
Written by Dayna Camilleri Clarke
Dayna Camilleri Clarke speaks to Andrea Mallia, Senior Executive from MITA’s Digital Outreach team, and prospective graduate Nicholas Vella Magri Demajo to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
...
A Dynamic Purchasing System for Software Development Services: An Opportunity for All
Written by Danielle Mercieca
Following the successful establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the procurement of printers, scanners and related consumables established earlier this year, MITA has embarked on another procurement initiative
...
AI or not AI?
Written by Dayna Camilleri Clarke
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a phrase that’s been doing the rounds for quite some time, but is it just a buzz word set to fizzle out or should we fear a take-over by machines? Dayna Camilleri Clarke caught up with Pierre...
Unplugging Cyber Threats
Written by Katia Bonello
The ever-changing technology and the wide use of digital media are making attackers smarter! The risk and severity of cyber-attacks grew considerably as 2020 brought about a fresh wave of cybersecurity threats that people and businesse...
Digital Sovereignty
Written by Sarah Borg
If there’s anything we have learned from the current predicament, is that Covid-19 has revealed our current dependence on goods, resources, and value chains often of essential value.
...
The Opportunity of Change during Disruption
Written by Daniela Chetcuti
The prevailing situation of managing a business during the pandemic has created an opportunity for businesses to transform themselves. In some situations, this transformation is a do or die; and those who do not change are at a gre...
Looking to the Future, MITA’S make-over
Written by MITA
MITA, the Government’s information and technology arm, recently launched a successful rebranding exercise, Dayna Camilleri Clarke caught up with Clive Farrugia and Anthea Xuereb to discuss the timing and rationale for MITA’s exciting new im...
STATEMENT BY THE OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER
Written by MITA
Increase in MITA facilities with an investment of € 1 million for the continuous monitoring and protection of the security of the Government’s digital infrastructure.
...
About Artificial Intelligence
Written by Andrea Abela
It is currently estimated that the human brain contains an amazingly large number of 86 billion neurons inside of it.
...
More than just a New Look…together we are moving forward
Written by Clive Farrugia
Our Digital Future >
Generally, everyone knows that MITA is the central driver for Information Technology within Government. How much is this true?
...
MITA Service Management – A vision
Written by Matthew Catania
The world has for a while been living through another revolution where digital disruption and fusing technology are transforming, improving and at the same time challenging a wide array of industries.
...
Evolution of email to improve communication
Written by Kurt Attard
The world continues to register technological advances throughout the so-called fourth industrial revolution.
...
MITA protagonist in Government Digital Innovation
This year MITA is commemorating its 30th Anniversary since its establishment (formally MSU and MITTS). Throughout these past 30 years, we have witnessed huge advances in technology which have fundamentally changed both the way we do business and our personal lives....
MITA supporting students
Written by MITA
MITA works in various ways with students studying at different educational levels.
...
More to MITA
Written by MITA
It’s a name you may well have heard over the years, but who exactly is MITA and why are they so important to the people of Malta?
...
Nocmigging – Automated birding whilst you sleep
Written by Nicholas Galea
There are many reasons why people do birdwatching; some do it for pure enjoyment, some seek the science and conservation aspect.
...
Beyond the Horizon of 2020
Written by Ian Scicluna Laiviera
The year 2020, due to its symmetrical design and rounded off structure held an important significance to most.
...
It’s that time of the year
Written by Loranne Avzar
August … the much-awaited month by many of us to enjoy some holiday time.
...
MITA’s Network Operations Centre and the evolving world of IT Monitoring Tools
Written by Kester Stoner
One of the most sophisticated systems ever developed is the human body.
...
Soft Skills: as part of Software Developers’
Written by Joanna Schembri Warren
I am not a software developer myself. I work in the IT sector though and most of my colleagues are software developers.
...
Securing gadgets at the palm of your hand
Written by Roderick Lia
Access to your data and services is now closer to your fingertips.
...
E-Government as a service
Written by Mario Mallia Milanes
Although the use of technology is prevalent in Government administration, eGovernment has opened a new window over the participation of the citizen in the administrative and political affairs of a Government.
...
Digital Europe Programme
Written by Sarah Borg
Europe has not been cooperatively advancing enough in the latest technologies, and there is a growing discrepancy between supply and demand when it comes to the use of digital technologies.
...To contactless and less cash- In a flash
Written by Darren Mizzi
A study carried out by the Central Bank of Malta on Maltese payment habits in 2018, had found that although there was progress in the use of alternative payment instruments, the Maltese society in general still preferred the use of cas...
Prime Minister visit at MITA Data Centre
Written by MITA
Prime Minister Robert Abela, accompanied by the Minister of Financial Services Edward Scicluna and Parliamentary Secretary for Financial Services and Digital Economy Clayton Bartolo, visited MITA offices at Santa Venera.
...
Technology Preparedness – How well does it serve us?
Written by Gerald Vassallo
The MITA Customs Team is a team within the Program Management Department.
...
Of Remote Arbitration and Virtual Sittings
Written by Paula Debono
MITA found itself in this situation precisely at the time when the Government started implementing a number of measures to safeguard public health.
...
Workflow Automation in the “COVID-Led” Information Age
Written by Darren Mizzi
Writing this article, I am reflecting on all that has taken place in the past weeks.
...
MITA Innovation Hub opens applications for the second edition of the MITA YouStartIT Validator Programme with a special focus on Covid-19
Written by Deborah Schiavone
The MITA Innovation Hub (MIH) incubator, run by the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA), has opened its applications for the second edition of the MITA YouStartIT Validator, a training programme for early-stage tech startups...
Shaping Europe’s Digital Future: Take 2
Written by Sarah Borg
Many countries in Europe introduced social distancing measures to fight the Coronavirus pandemic.
...
What it all boils down to – balance!
Written by Sharon Vassallo
The year 2019 professionally started for me with a different modus operandi.
...
MITA Notifications Platform – A Bridge Over Troubled Waters
Written by Mario Mallia Milanes
The Notifications System was set up with the purpose of unifying, and simplifying, communications for the various service providers within Government to the consumers of their services, the citizen.
...
Simplifying Procurement of Imaging Equipment across Government through a Dynamic Purchasing System
Written by Danielle Mercieca
MITA, in order to fulfill a simplification measure, is driven by the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) – Office of the Permanent Secretary (Strategy & Implementation), embarked on a project to facilitate the purchase and le...
How MITA’s Infrastructure Services Department has ensured continuous operations of Government’s IT systems in these challenging times
Written by Robert Galea
As a result of the continuous investment in MITA’s core infrastructure, particularly over the past few years, we were very well positioned to withstand the pressures of ‘new’ work practices and overall demands that the...
MITA and the COVID-19
Written by Ian Bonello & Katia Bonello
Our priority is to safeguard the Government’s Critical Operations whilst working with the highest efficiency in this current situation.
...
Cross-border Social Benefits, Assistance and Health
Written by Paul Aquilina
Traditionally, citizens of a country are raised, educated, and lawfully employed in their own country, paying Taxes and National Insurance that contribute towards their general welfare.
...
Student Placement Programme – Bridging the skills gap
For another year, MITA launched the Student Placement Programme on Wednesday 3rd March 2021.
...
Supporting Our Digital Future – An Automation Journey
Written by Andre Scicluna
In today’s digital world, Government organisations leverage IT to offer public services with increased efficiency and reduced queue time.
The Developing EU Digital Regulatory Framework
Written by Pauline Debono
Two regulatory proposals published by the European Commission on the 15 December 2020 are set to update the regulatory framework as a result of the ongoing digitalization of services.
Back on Track!
Written by Loranne Avzar
At one time or another during our career, most of us might experience a career setback. Hence, it is reasonable to expect the unexpected to occur at some point in our career.
...
Launch of MITA Strategy 2021 -2023
A strategy that will strengthen our digitalisation programme.
...
MITA IT Operations – who are we?
Written by Matthew Catania
Today, most organizations critically depend on information technology (IT) as the enabler for meeting their objectives. IT affects every sector or industry and such dependency continues to grow exponentially as time progresses.
...
The Importance of Guiding Principles and Foundations; A Perspective In view of Technological advances and Innovation.
Written by Ian Scicluna Laiviera
At the beginning and onset of any revolutionary drive be it technological or scientific, we tend to get lost behind what we could achieve at the cost of that which works and has stood the test of time.
...
Moving Forward -> Technology an enabler for Change – MITA’s Client Relationship perspective
Written by Andre Damato
MITA stepped into 2021 fresh from its recent 30th Anniversary in 2020. Over the years Malta’s government ICT organisation,
...
Thirty Years of MITA: An Enduring Success of a Public Tech Entity
Written by Brian Micallef
On Thursday, 17th December 2020, the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA) launched a publication to mark the 30th Anniversary since the establishment of the Agency. This book provides a detailed overview about how the Agen...
MITA’s procurement outlook for 2021: Opportunities for the IT Sector
Written by Karina di Maggio
The new year will once again see the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA) engaged in numerous procurement activities, which should be of great interest to economic operators involved in the IT Sector, both locally and abroad....
Augmented Reality
Written by Jason Zammit and Julian Calleja
Augmented Reality – AR is a technology that blends a real-life environment with computer-generated information such as data, images, interactive models, or text.
...
Liability for the Operation of AI Systems: Civil Law Revisited?
Written by Pauline Debono
Despite the past grim months of 2020, the pace of the work of the European institutions has remained consistent. The work on the public health challenges has inevitably taken the limelight but the remaining areas of economic activity...
MITA Service Management – a supporting pillar
Written by Matthew Catania
Typically, the early understanding of what some of the primary value-adding activities within an IT organization are, include software development, IT administration, and ongoing configuration of services amongst many others
...
Leading by Innovation
Written by Dayna Camilleri Clarke
Dayna Camilleri Clarke speaks to Andrea Mallia, Senior Executive from MITA’s Digital Outreach team, and prospective graduate Nicholas Vella Magri Demajo to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
...
A Dynamic Purchasing System for Software Development Services: An Opportunity for All
Written by Danielle Mercieca
Following the successful establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the procurement of printers, scanners and related consumables established earlier this year, MITA has embarked on another procurement initiative
...
AI or not AI?
Written by Dayna Camilleri Clarke
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a phrase that’s been doing the rounds for quite some time, but is it just a buzz word set to fizzle out or should we fear a take-over by machines? Dayna Camilleri Clarke caught up with Pierre...
Unplugging Cyber Threats
Written by Katia Bonello
The ever-changing technology and the wide use of digital media are making attackers smarter! The risk and severity of cyber-attacks grew considerably as 2020 brought about a fresh wave of cybersecurity threats that people and businesse...
Digital Sovereignty
Written by Sarah Borg
If there’s anything we have learned from the current predicament, is that Covid-19 has revealed our current dependence on goods, resources, and value chains often of essential value.
...
The Opportunity of Change during Disruption
Written by Daniela Chetcuti
The prevailing situation of managing a business during the pandemic has created an opportunity for businesses to transform themselves. In some situations, this transformation is a do or die; and those who do not change are at a gre...
Looking to the Future, MITA’S make-over
Written by MITA
MITA, the Government’s information and technology arm, recently launched a successful rebranding exercise, Dayna Camilleri Clarke caught up with Clive Farrugia and Anthea Xuereb to discuss the timing and rationale for MITA’s exciting new im...
STATEMENT BY THE OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER
Written by MITA
Increase in MITA facilities with an investment of € 1 million for the continuous monitoring and protection of the security of the Government’s digital infrastructure.
...
About Artificial Intelligence
Written by Andrea Abela
It is currently estimated that the human brain contains an amazingly large number of 86 billion neurons inside of it.
...
More than just a New Look…together we are moving forward
Written by Clive Farrugia
Our Digital Future >
Generally, everyone knows that MITA is the central driver for Information Technology within Government. How much is this true?
...
MITA Service Management – A vision
Written by Matthew Catania
The world has for a while been living through another revolution where digital disruption and fusing technology are transforming, improving and at the same time challenging a wide array of industries.
...
Evolution of email to improve communication
Written by Kurt Attard
The world continues to register technological advances throughout the so-called fourth industrial revolution.
...
MITA protagonist in Government Digital Innovation
This year MITA is commemorating its 30th Anniversary since its establishment (formally MSU and MITTS). Throughout these past 30 years, we have witnessed huge advances in technology which have fundamentally changed both the way we do business and our personal lives....
MITA supporting students
Written by MITA
MITA works in various ways with students studying at different educational levels.
...
More to MITA
Written by MITA
It’s a name you may well have heard over the years, but who exactly is MITA and why are they so important to the people of Malta?
...Nocmigging – Automated birding whilst you sleep
Written by Nicholas Galea
There are many reasons why people do birdwatching; some do it for pure enjoyment, some seek the science and conservation aspect.
...
Beyond the Horizon of 2020
Written by Ian Scicluna Laiviera
The year 2020, due to its symmetrical design and rounded off structure held an important significance to most.
...
It’s that time of the year
Written by Loranne Avzar
August … the much-awaited month by many of us to enjoy some holiday time.
...
MITA’s Network Operations Centre and the evolving world of IT Monitoring Tools
Written by Kester Stoner
One of the most sophisticated systems ever developed is the human body.
...
Soft Skills: as part of Software Developers’
Written by Joanna Schembri Warren
I am not a software developer myself. I work in the IT sector though and most of my colleagues are software developers.
...
Securing gadgets at the palm of your hand
Written by Roderick Lia
Access to your data and services is now closer to your fingertips.
...
E-Government as a service
Written by Mario Mallia Milanes
Although the use of technology is prevalent in Government administration, eGovernment has opened a new window over the participation of the citizen in the administrative and political affairs of a Government.
...
Digital Europe Programme
Written by Sarah Borg
Europe has not been cooperatively advancing enough in the latest technologies, and there is a growing discrepancy between supply and demand when it comes to the use of digital technologies.
...To contactless and less cash- In a flash
Written by Darren Mizzi
A study carried out by the Central Bank of Malta on Maltese payment habits in 2018, had found that although there was progress in the use of alternative payment instruments, the Maltese society in general still preferred the use of cas...
Prime Minister visit at MITA Data Centre
Written by MITA
Prime Minister Robert Abela, accompanied by the Minister of Financial Services Edward Scicluna and Parliamentary Secretary for Financial Services and Digital Economy Clayton Bartolo, visited MITA offices at Santa Venera.
...
Technology Preparedness – How well does it serve us?
Written by Gerald Vassallo
The MITA Customs Team is a team within the Program Management Department.
...
Of Remote Arbitration and Virtual Sittings
Written by Paula Debono
MITA found itself in this situation precisely at the time when the Government started implementing a number of measures to safeguard public health.
...
Workflow Automation in the “COVID-Led” Information Age
Written by Darren Mizzi
Writing this article, I am reflecting on all that has taken place in the past weeks.
...
MITA Innovation Hub opens applications for the second edition of the MITA YouStartIT Validator Programme with a special focus on Covid-19
Written by Deborah Schiavone
The MITA Innovation Hub (MIH) incubator, run by the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA), has opened its applications for the second edition of the MITA YouStartIT Validator, a training programme for early-stage tech startups...
Shaping Europe’s Digital Future: Take 2
Written by Sarah Borg
Many countries in Europe introduced social distancing measures to fight the Coronavirus pandemic.
...
What it all boils down to – balance!
Written by Sharon Vassallo
The year 2019 professionally started for me with a different modus operandi.
...
MITA Notifications Platform – A Bridge Over Troubled Waters
Written by Mario Mallia Milanes
The Notifications System was set up with the purpose of unifying, and simplifying, communications for the various service providers within Government to the consumers of their services, the citizen.
...
Simplifying Procurement of Imaging Equipment across Government through a Dynamic Purchasing System
Written by Danielle Mercieca
MITA, in order to fulfill a simplification measure, is driven by the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) – Office of the Permanent Secretary (Strategy & Implementation), embarked on a project to facilitate the purchase and le...
How MITA’s Infrastructure Services Department has ensured continuous operations of Government’s IT systems in these challenging times
Written by Robert Galea
As a result of the continuous investment in MITA’s core infrastructure, particularly over the past few years, we were very well positioned to withstand the pressures of ‘new’ work practices and overall demands that the...
MITA and the COVID-19
Written by Ian Bonello & Katia Bonello
Our priority is to safeguard the Government’s Critical Operations whilst working with the highest efficiency in this current situation.
...
Cross-border Social Benefits, Assistance and Health
Written by Paul Aquilina
Traditionally, citizens of a country are raised, educated, and lawfully employed in their own country, paying Taxes and National Insurance that contribute towards their general welfare.
...The power of
technology
into one team.
portfolio
ICT Policy & Strategy
MITA serves as the digital driver for the Government of Malta. The Agency assists the Government in establishing ICT policy direction, its governance and implementation, both at a national level and for the Public Administration.
Data Centre & ICT Services
MITA provides efficient, effective and secure ICT infrastructure and services to government. It operates a Tier III Data Centre which hosts the vast majority of government information systems, including those critical for the operation of the Maltese Public Administration.
Engagement with Community
MITA not only serves the Public Administration, it engages with society to encourage take-up of ICTs in the wider economy. Furthermore, it acts as a national asset during events of strategic and national importance.
Information Systems
MITA delivers and manages information systems across government, providing the tools to the Public Administration to digitalise, reform and innovate.
Digital Security
MITA serves as the digital security consultant for the Government of Malta. The Agency provides measures to safeguard Government’s digital assets through a comprehensive risk management approach that ensures the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data. It is entrusted to extend this function to international-scale events organised by the Government of Malta.
Consultations & Management Services
The Agency operates a business model based on entering into project and service contracts funded from national and EU programmes. MITA builds relationships with clients and provides them with a suite of management services.
Procurement
A portal to provide more information about any procurement issued by MITA.
ICT Strategies
The adviser to the Government on the development of ICT strategies and policies.
MITA Cares
The corporate driver for social responsibility in line with the Agency’s vision, values and practices.
Emerging Technologies Lab
A Lab for MITA employees, government employees and students.
Cyber Security Malta
National Cyber Awareness Campaign as part of Malta’s first National Cyber Security Strategy.
