From Red Tape to Smart Tape Administrative Simplification in Oecd Countries

"Too much red tape" is one of the most common complaints from businesses and citizens in OECD countries. Filling out forms, asking for permits and licences, etc., are often complex and cumbersome, generating unnecessary regulatory burdens. When excessive in number and complexity, administrative formalities can impede innovation, create unnecessary barriers to trade, investment and economic efficiency, and even threaten the legitimacy of regulation and the rule of law.Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Staff is the author of 'From Red Tape to Smart Tape Administrative Simplification in Oecd Countries', published 2003 under ISBN 9789264100671 and ISBN 9264100679.