Academic view of the approach to development of e-government in Slovakia. Global framework assessment of the present situation in Slovakia from the point of view of best practices abroad. SWOT view of the implementation of previous strategy. Strategy of development of e-government with the emphasis on cost-effectiveness and services of other quality. Various aspects of the interoperability phenomenon. Crucial components of a typical electronic service. Irreplaceable position of politicians in the process of development of e-government.