PUBLIC SECTOR DATA MANAGEMENT AND TRACEABILITY SYSTEMS IN THE REGULATION OF ANIMAL FEED MANUFACTURING PLANTS
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Data Management , Government Tracking System , Animal Feed Production Plant ControlAbstract
This research aims to 1) examine the models and approaches of government data management used in monitoring and regulating animal feed factories in Thailand; 2) analyze the effectiveness of government monitoring and inspection systems applied to control feed production quality; and 3) propose guidelines for developing government data management and monitoring systems by integrating digital technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain to enhance efficiency and transparency in regulating feed factories. The sample group consisted of 25 participants, including government officials responsible for feed factory regulation, factory executives in Nonthaburi Province, and information technology experts, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected via in-depth interviews and analyzed using content analysis. The findings revealed that: (1) government data management remains fragmented, with agencies maintaining separate records primarily in manual or paper formats, leading to duplication and inefficiency. The absence of a centralized, interconnected system hinders accurate and timely policy planning and decision-making; (2) government monitoring systems face limitations, including delays, inaccuracies, and insufficient responsiveness to irregular events, as they primarily emphasize retrospective inspections rather than predictive measures. This reactive approach is inadequate for proactive risk management in rapidly changing contexts; and (3) future development should focus on technology integration and capacity building. The application of IoT and Blockchain can enable real-time data recording and verification, supported by the establishment of a centralized database connecting both government and private sectors, alongside training programs to enhance digital skills of personnel for sustainable system implementation.
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