ISLAMABAD
The digitalization of Directorate General of Trade Organizations (DGTO) processes will play a vital role in improving transparency, efficiency, and ease of doing business in Pakistan. This was stated by the President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sardar Tahir Mehmood, while delivering the closing address at the “Change Management Session on Digitalization of DGTO Processes”.
The event was organized by Directorate General of Trade Organizations in collaboration with Pakistan Single Window, said a press release. Sardar Tahir Mehmood appreciated DGTO and PSW for taking a timely initiative towards institutional modernization and stakeholder facilitation.
The ICCI President said that the world economy was rapidly moving towards digitization, automation, and data-driven governance, adding that Pakistan must accelerate reforms to establish a modern and efficient business ecosystem.
He observed that the digitalization of DGTO processes would help simplify regulatory procedures, reduce paperwork, improve communication, and enhance operational efficiency for trade organizations.
He appreciated the consultative approach adopted by Pakistan Single Window by involving Chambers of Commerce and Trade Associations during the development phase of the automated system.
He remarked that reforms become more effective and sustainable when stakeholders and end users are actively engaged in the process.
Highlighting the importance of change management, Sardar Tahir Mehmood said that digitalization was not only about introducing technology but also about building confidence, enhancing technical capacity, and ensuring adaptability among stakeholders.
He stressed the need for continuous awareness sessions, training workshops, and technical support mechanisms for smooth implementation.
The ICCI President emphasized the importance of developing a secure, integrated, and user-friendly digital platform capable of effectively addressing the practical needs of trade organizations across different regions of the country.
He assured DGTO and PSW of ICCI’s full cooperation in making the reform initiative successful through strong public-private partnership and institutional collaboration.
Distinguished representatives of Chambers of Commerce, Trade Associations, and business organizations from different regions participated in the session physically and virtually through Zoom.
