Impact Syntheses of Anti-Corruption Technology in E-Procurement and Open Contracting

Kagaba Amina G.

Faculty of Business, Kampala International University, Uganda

                                                                                        ABSTRACT
Corruption in public procurement remains a persistent global challenge, undermining economic efficiency, governance, and public trust. This study synthesizes the impacts of anti-corruption technologies, particularly eprocurement systems and open contracting frameworks, with a focus on their effectiveness in enhancing transparency, accountability, integrity, and openness (TAIO). Drawing on cross-country empirical evidence and
policy-oriented literature, the paper examines how digital procurement platforms and the Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) influence governance outcomes, efficiency gains, and competitive dynamics. Findings indicate that these technologies significantly reduce opportunities for leakage and misconduct, improve auditability, and enhance participation and supplier diversity, especially among smaller firms. However, the evidence suggests that while efficiency and transparency gains are robust, improvements in integrity outcomes are more modest and highly dependent on governance arrangements, institutional capacity, and stakeholder engagement. The study also identifies key risks, including data quality challenges, privacy concerns, technological capture, and vendor lock-in, which may undermine long-term effectiveness. Ultimately, the analysis highlights that anti-corruption technologies are not standalone solutions but require complementary oversight mechanisms, strong governance frameworks, and sustained political commitment to achieve meaningful and equitable outcomes.

Keywords: E-Procurement, Open Contracting, Anti-Corruption Technology, Transparency and Accountability
and Public Procurement Governance.

CITE AS: Kagaba Amina G. (2026). Impact Syntheses of Anti-Corruption Technology in E-Procurement and Open Contracting. Research Output Journal of Arts and Management 5(1):33-40.
https://doi.org/10.59298/ROJAM/2026/513340