Elections in the Digital Age: How Technology is Revolutionising Vote Counting
2025-03-18
The Manila Times
The Operation Quick Count (OQC) is a groundbreaking process that utilises technology to tabulate and consolidate vote counts from polling places across the nation. Developed by the National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections (Namfrel), this innovative approach has streamlined the electoral process, enhancing transparency and efficiency. With the help of digital tools, OQC has become a vital component of modern elections, ensuring accurate and rapid results. As technology continues to evolve, its role in elections is expected to expand, further transforming the democratic process. Key aspects of this process include vote counting, electoral transparency, and digital democracy.
