The Brønnøysund Register Centre

By project PROACTsme

Published on 24 January 2024

Norway

About this good practice

As a government body, the Brønnøysund Register Centre plays a pivotal role in facilitating business and industry policy, especially in the areas of simplification and coordination between public administration and trade and industry. Is operating under Norway's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries. The Centre's digital register provides accessible, up-to-date information on all registered businesses in Norway. This system ensures transparency and efficiency in business operations, compliance monitoring, and governmental oversight. It also aids in streamlining processes for businesses, making it easier to meet regulatory requirements and stay informed about changes in business administration laws and guidelines.

Resources needed

Advanced digital infrastructure, skilled IT professionals, data analysts, administrative staff; Legal Advisors, Regulatory Liaisons; Customer Service/Communication; Training, Development, Educational Resources; Cybersecurity; Tech Companies; Sustainability and Scalability Resources

Evidence of success

Simplified business administration, facilitated better coordination between the PA and businesses, enhanced compliance with regulations and operational transparency, reduced administrative burdens, enhanced business efficiency, facilitated the Government Policies, had positive impact on business environment, provided valuable insights into business trends, economic developments, and industry-specific dynamics.

Potential for learning or transfer

BRC's approach can serve as a model for similar institutions worldwide. PPs can learn to digitalize business registration and compliance, simplify administrative processes for businesses, reduce bureaucratic hurdles for SMEs. Data sharing and interoperability between different government bodies and public and private sectors can be achieved. Data collected used to inform policy decisions can be valuable. This can help other regions develop policies that are more aligned with the needs and dynamics of their SME sectors. Knowledge transfer sessions or training programs could be organized, where experts from BRC share their experiences and skills with PPs in areas like digital infrastructure development, data management, and user-friendly interface design. PPs can consider how these practices can be adapted to fit their local legal, economic, and cultural contexts, customizing the digital registry platform to meet specific regional needs or addressing unique regulatory challenges.