The Philippines has seen a positive improvement in its standing in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2023. The latest edition, published by Portulans Institute and Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, evaluates how technology and people can be integrated within a strong governance structure to drive economic, social, and environmental impact.

Our strongest indicators are having E-commerce legislations, presence of High-tech exports and ICT services exports. Quality of education still remains as our weakest indicator.

The NRI model consists of four pillars: Technology, People, Governance, and Impact. Notably, the Philippines has made significant progress in the People pillar, moving from 73 to 59.

The country has also improved its technology ranking from 85 to 84 and demonstrated positive impact by rising from 50 to 48. However, there was a slight decrease in governance, dropping from 82 to 85.

The Technology pillar focuses on a country’s technological infrastructure for engagement in the global economy, including aspects such as accessibility and content generation.

The People pillar assesses the application of ICT among individuals, businesses, and governments.

The Governance pillar emphasizes structures that fortify the networked economy by addressing trust, regulation, and inclusion.

Lastly, the Impact pillar evaluates the economic, societal, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) contributions resulting from engagement in the networked economy. This pillar assesses the effects of a nation’s engagement in the networked economy. This assessment is critical as it measures how technological advancement and digital integration translate into overall societal and economic benefits.

The improvement in the Philippines’ NRI ranking signifies the country’s growing proficiency, inclusivity, and readiness in harnessing technological assets.

This bodes well for its economic growth and societal enhancement, with ICT playing a pivotal role in driving positive outcomes across various sectors. Overall, the higher ranking in the Network Readiness Index underscores the Philippines’ commitment to leveraging technology and creating an enabling environment for sustainable digital development.

Full Report for the Philippines here.

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Network Readiness Index 2023: U.S. still #1, U.K. climbs to #10, and China among top 20 despite advanced economies leading the way in network readiness

The United States has taken the top position in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2023, unveiled today, securing the #1 ranking for the second consecutive year.

Singapore retains its second-place position, while Finland has surged by four places to secure #3 from #7 last year. The Netherlands and Sweden have ranked fourth and fifth, respectively. The U.K, meanwhile, has climbed into the top 10, securing 10^th position – up from 12^th in the previous year – and China is the only upper-middle-income country in the top 20, rising to #20. 

This NRI 2023, published by Portulans Institute and Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, provides a robust framework for assessing the impact of Information Communication & Technology (ICT) on society and the development of nations. It evaluates 134 economies based on 58 indicators across four dimensions of digital readiness – technology, people, governance, and impact. 

This year’s report, titled ‘Trust in a Network Society: A crisis of the digital age?’, draws attention to the potential for a serious crisis in public trust in the internet and related technologies in an increasingly interconnected world. It also highlights Africa’s digital rise, with Kenya leading in inclusivity and infrastructure, while the Arab States are sharpening their focus on digital workforce skills. In Asia-Pacific, a blend of innovation and rapid adoption defines regional growth. Europe progresses steadily, with Finland as a notable exemplar of network readiness. The Americas are recognized for their varied and comprehensive digital strategies, pointing to a region embracing a holistic digital evolution. 

The top 10 performers in the NRI exhibit three prominent trends: they consistently belong to high-income economies, demonstrating robust network readiness across all dimensions, and European countries continue to dominate the list. These trends continue in the NRI 2023.

China, an upper-middle-income economy, defies tradition by securing a spot in the NRI’s top 20 due to its formidable technological prowess. When looking at regional distribution of those listed within the top 10 Singapore and Korea remain the only economies located in Asia and the Pacific, while the United States is the only economy located in the Americas.