Based on the directives of the University of Technology regarding the implementation of the government program in the field of governance and e-government, the Department of Chemical Engineering organized a scientific lecture entitled (E-governance and enhancing software systems in academic work) delivered by Engineer Zaid Kareem Hussein. The session was moderated by Dr. Walaa Abdel Hadi Nouri, Director of the Training Unit in the Chemical Engineering Department. The lecturer gave a detailed presentation on electronic governance and how to reduce time and effort in completing scientific, academic and administrative work in universities. The lecturer also touched on the importance of protecting software systems in e-government systems because of its role in avoiding operational problems and reducing breaches or any potential malfunctions. At the end of the lecture, the lecturer was honored with a certificate of appreciation for his efforts in delivering the lecture.