Information Systems Technology

Information Systems Technologies Division (IST)

The IST Division leverages ICT to drive progress, enhance processes, and deliver quality services and products. We use agile development, stakeholder collaboration, phased rollouts, change management, integration, and user‑focused design—positioning us as a reliable partner for digital transformation at scale.

As part of BITRI's core mandate, the IST Division collaborates with government departments and parastatals to optimise operations and harness the power of technology for sustainable development.

Custom Software Development

Core/backbone systems with seamless legacy integration — secure, scalable, API-first.

  • Scalable, secure and integrated digital platforms
  • Maintainable architectures and standards-based patterns
  • Robust APIs for partner and developer ecosystems
Applied Research in Emerging Technologies

Applied Research in Emerging Technologies

Research and prototyping focused on real-world impact.

  • Predictive modelling; data analytics & algorithms
  • HealthTech, EdTech, Smart agriculture & tourism, FinTech
Process Analysis & Optimization

Process Analysis & Optimization

Business process re-engineering for operational efficiency.

  • Diagnostic studies and change management
  • Service design and journey mapping
ICT Utilization & Capacity Building

ICT Utilization & Capacity Building

Training programs and technical workshops.

  • ICT skills transfer and user adoption support
  • Enablement for teams and departments
Digital Transformation Advisory

Digital Transformation Advisory

Strategic ICT consulting for public sector modernisation.

  • Phased rollout planning and governance
  • Change management initiatives
4IR Technology Enablement

4IR Technology Enablement

R&D aligned with Fourth Industrial Revolution priorities.

  • Smart, connected systems for development
  • IoT, AI/ML and data platforms

How we deliver

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Agile delivery

Iterative sprints and continuous improvement.

2

Co-creation

Stakeholder collaboration from day one.

3

Phased rollout

Pilot → scale with change management.

4

Integration

APIs and legacy interoperability.

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User-focused design

Accessible, inclusive services.

6

Governance

Security, standards and compliance.

Emerging technology focus

Predictive modelling Data analytics & algorithms HealthTech EdTech Smart agriculture & tourism FinTech
Technology collaboration
Applied research
Innovation in energy

Partner with the IST Division

Let’s co‑create secure, scalable digital services for Botswana.