{"id":2745,"date":"2018-04-30T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-04-30T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.booktheorytesttoday.com\/?p=2745"},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T23:00:00","slug":"theory-test-candidate-identification-to-be-improved-by-dvsa-digital-strategy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theorytestcentres.co.uk\/blog\/theory-test-candidate-identification-to-be-improved-by-dvsa-digital-strategy\/","title":{"rendered":"Theory Test Candidate Identification to be Improved by DVSA Digital Strategy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n\tThe Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) launched its 2018-2022 digital strategy recently. The agency&rsquo;s plans will result in a huge overhaul across the business, including improvements to candidate identification technology at both practical and theory test centres, to help prevent fraud. Here&rsquo;s what we know&hellip;<\/p>\n<p>\n\tRoad safety is high on the agenda as the DVSA announced its digital strategy for the coming years. Enhanced digital services will &ldquo;meet the needs of users, from learner drivers, to car owners, to driving instructors and garage owners&rdquo;, the DVSA said in an official statement.<\/p>\n<p>\n\t<strong>Practical and Driving Theory Test Candidate Recognition to be Enhanced<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\n\tAdditionally, the DVSA is aiming to develop a series of new tools for use by the agency&rsquo;s enforcement teams, and to help its staff operate more effectively. Over the next three years, the DVSA is targeting a rollout of improved technology and state of the art digital services to enhance its customer experience, including:<\/p>\n<p>\n\t* Enabling driving examiners to check vehicle status, MOT and tax online<\/p>\n<p>\n\t* Enhancing candidate identification technology at both practical and<a href=\"http:\/\/www.booktheorytesttoday.com\/?page=find\"> theory test centres<\/a>, to help prevent fraud<\/p>\n<p>\n\t* Developing improvements to the driving test for candidates, including being able to record the test debrief and email a copy to the candidate and trainer<\/p>\n<p>\n\t* Moving away from paper-based forms that have been in existence for more than 25 years, meaning successful driving test candidates get their licences more quickly<\/p>\n<p>\n\t* Using voluntary electronic driving log books as part of the learning process<\/p>\n<p>\n\t* Introducing an online option for Approved Driving Examiners (ADIs) to book their standard checks<\/p>\n<p>\n\t* Improving customer experience at MOT garages by improving test quality and making MOT systems more intuitive<\/p>\n<p>\n\tAs part of the wider strategy, DVSA staff will be equipped with new technologies to maintain road safety on Britain&rsquo;s highways. The agency&rsquo;s in-house digital and technology teams will upgrade infrastructure and enhance internal digital services to reduce the volume of paperwork for staff, allowing them to focus on more crucial jobs.<\/p>\n<p>\n\tLeading the DVSA&rsquo;s digital revolution is James Munson, the director of digital services, who said: &ldquo;The DVSA is determined to help citizens stay safe on Britain&rsquo;s roads. Our digital, data and technology infrastructure plays a vital role in this, as there&rsquo;s much more we can do to provide better services and better value for money.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>\n\t&ldquo;Introducing new and improved digital infrastructure will help our staff work more efficiently, make our customers&rsquo; experiences more intuitive, and provide brilliant world-class digital services,&rdquo; Mr Munson added.<\/p>\n<p>\n\t<strong>Book Your Theory Test, Now<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\n\tMake an online driving test<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booktheorytesttoday.com\/book\/skip\"> booking or theory test appointment with us<\/a>, today and take advantage of our three free retests scheme.<\/p>\n<p>\n\tBook Theory Test Today offers an intermediary service assisting clients with booking a UK theory test, or practical test, at test centres across the nation. The service also supplies resources to help you prepare for your theory test &ndash; Ready to take your theory test? Book your theory test online today&hellip;<\/p>\n<p>\n\tNo. We&rsquo;re not affiliated with the DVSA or the gov.uk website, but that does not make us a scam. You&rsquo;re charged an admin fee to cover our staff costs and the process of booking a theory test or practical exam on your behalf.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) launched its 2018-2022 digital strategy recently. The agency&rsquo;s plans will result in a huge overhaul across the business, including improvements to candidate identification technology at both practical and theory test centres, to help prevent fraud. 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