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People-first approach to innovation
User-centred design is vital to inspiring innovation within government projects, says hatchd's Anna Lee-Renwick. [ + ]
E-health needs to be about people, not tech
Funding alone will not usher in the next wave of digital innovation in health care, argues SAP Hybris’s Kathleen O’Brien. [ + ]
The folly of 'fail fast'
Public sector IT agility is a good thing, but not when it undermines confidence. [ + ]
ICT approaches for productivity gain
Improving front-office digitisation, interagency communications and user-centric software architecture are key to boosting public sector productivity. [ + ]
Next-generation citizen services: Is there an availability gap? If so, how do we close it?
Communications and citizen experience within the government sector is being redefined. [ + ]
Tackling the digital transformation 'hype' to drive results
'Digital transformation' has become a major buzzword in recent years with organisations around the globe continuing to invest heavily in major transformation initiatives focused on integrating digital technologies such as social, mobile, analytics and cloud. [ + ]
How data can help government make faster decisions
More informed, higher quality and faster decisions can be made when data is presented properly at every level of an organisation, and according to data titan Pete Williams, there's no area of business that hasn't been affected by the data-related opportunities now widely available. [ + ]
LGAQ developing analytics tool for councils
The Local Government Association of Queensland has previewed LG Sherlock, a planned data analytics platform designed to help local councils enhance their services and operations. [ + ]
US agencies failing data centre targets
Most US agencies are not even attempting to meet legislated requirements for consolidating and optimising inefficient data centres, according to a new audit. [ + ]
Qld digital strategy saves time and money
A new digital strategy has been launched by the Queensland Government, designed to save people time and money. [ + ]
Newcastle launches refined smart city strategy
The Newcastle City Council has endorsed a refined four-year smart city strategy covering initiatives including rolling out a city-wide IoT platform. [ + ]
iWORCS technology reduces road disruptions
The cloud-based iWORCS platform, designed to synchronise underground maintenance projects, has attracted the interest of multiple organisations. [ + ]
Victoria develops cybersecurity strategy
Victoria's new whole-of-government cybersecurity strategy will involve initiatives including the establishment of a CISO within the Premier's department. [ + ]
DTA launches MLSP tender
The DTA has launched a request for tender for a whole-of-government panel of Microsoft licensing solutions providers to ensure it is receiving value for money for the software licences. [ + ]
Public Wi-Fi boosts remote Qld tourism
A plan to switch on free public Wi-Fi across one-fifth of Queensland has been supported by the government. [ + ]
