Industry News
ACT Health adopts Ex Libris library tech
ACT Health is replacing its integrated library system with a unified cloud-based resource management system based on Ex Libris platforms. [ + ]
Drones to deter illegal dumpers in Vic
Illegal dumping will be targeted by a new Victoria-wide drone program, designed to capture video evidence of this type of offence. [ + ]
NZ completes schools fast internet project
The NZ Government has finished a project to equip 2431 schools across the nation with fast, uncapped broadband services via the N4L Managed Network. [ + ]
ATO adopts Nuance virtual assistant
The ATO is using Nuance Communications' Nina virtual assistant technology to power its own virtual assistant, Alex, which it is using to provide intelligent answers to customer queries. [ + ]
Level35 using Watson to revamp project management
Melbourne's Level35 is using IBM's Watson cognitive computing capabilities to evaluate the sentiment of government department projects by analysing the tone of project manager reports. [ + ]
New telecommunications and MOMs panels implemented
The federal government has created two new panels focusing on telecommunications services major office machines. [ + ]
SA launches planning system online portal
The new SA Planning Portal will give South Australians 24/7 access to planning information and an online conduit to request approvals. [ + ]
Government selects 5 Data Fellows from APS
Five public service employees have been selected to undergo a comprehensive coaching program involving using data and analytics to drive policies and service delivery. [ + ]
DTA Chief Digital Officer Paul Shetler resigns
The inaugural CEO of the former Digital Transformation Office and current CDO of the rebranded Digital Transformation Agency has tendered his resignation. [ + ]
WA govt partners with Ajilon for TAFE reform
The WA Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD) has selected Ajilon to deliver its new student management system at TAFE. [ + ]
Security top priority for US state CIOs
Security and risk management issues topped the list of US state CIOs' priorities for the third consecutive year during a recent national survey. [ + ]
Ministers to be briefed by global professionals
Key ICT leaders from across the world will gather in Sydney this week to advise government ministers on issues ranging from cybersecurity and innovation to professionalism in ICT. [ + ]
Victoria teams with Virginia to fight cybercrime
Victoria's premier has signed an agreement with the governor of the state of Virginia — the USA's largest defence sector state — to collaborate in the fight against cybercrime. [ + ]
Victoria's OPP to deploy Knosys knowledge platform
The Victorian Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) will deploy a knowledge management system from Knosys to help its solicitors better prepare for and pursue legal cases. [ + ]
Supercomputer success at BOM
A new Cray supercomputer has been installed at the Bureau of Meteorology, meaning that weather forecasts and warnings in Australia will now be more accurate and reach the public faster. [ + ]
