Industry News
One in four agencies lack a digital transformation strategy
New research into the maturity of federal government agencies' digital transformation strategies found that one in four agencies have yet to start the journey. [ + ]
DTA releases program for Digital Summit 2020
The program for the fully virtual Digital Summit includes panels, showcases and workshops from a variety of homegrown and international speakers and exhibitors. [ + ]
Canberra SME secures $3.4m Defence Innovation contract
Kord Defence has secured a contract to help soldiers more effectively control a wide range of body-worn electronic devices using Bluetooth technology. [ + ]
Want to be a spy? NZSIS, GCSB want to hear from you
New Zealand intelligence agencies NZSIS and GCSB have launched a recruitment campaign to attract a diverse range of people, with 170 positions available. [ + ]
COVID-19 has highlighted privacy and transparency issues
The pandemic has focused attention on privacy and created opportunities for transparency through the proactive release of government information, says the OAIC. [ + ]
Budgets inhibit US state CIOs from embracing emerging tech
US state government CIOs report budget constraints as the top challenge inhibiting them from further embracing emerging technologies. [ + ]
COVID exposes security weaknesses among US states
A new survey has found that the COVID-19 crisis has left more than half of government employees working from home in 35 US states. [ + ]
Tasmania Police unveils high-tech drone fleet
Tasmania Police has unveiled 22 new additions to its drone fleet, as part of the state government's commitment to keeping Tasmanians safe. [ + ]
CBCity introduces smart camera tech to improve safety
As part of its Smart City program, the City of Canterbury Bankstown will use camera technology and artificial intelligence to improve safety and congestion. [ + ]
Government releases updated science and tech priorities
The Australian Government has released the updated National Security Science and Technology Priorities, with a view to strengthen Australia's national security. [ + ]
Winners revealed for MAV Technology Awards for Excellence
The recipients of the MAV Technology Awards for Excellence 2020 have been announced at an online event. [ + ]
Kool heads prevail for Antarctic data management
Dr Johnathan Kool, Manager of the Australian Antarctic Data Centre, has been appointed to Chair the Standing Committee on Antarctic Data Management. [ + ]
Satellite ground station up and running in WA
The first of three Defence satellite ground station projects is now operational in Geraldton, Western Australia, providing real-time logistical information. [ + ]
Celebrate Digital Twin Week with Smart Cities Council
Digital Twin Week is taking place from 19 to 23 October, with the Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand showcasing everything about digital twins. [ + ]
Communication and mission system upgrade for RAAF MRTT fleet
Airbus has been selected to develop a Communication and Mission System upgrade for the Royal Australian Air Force's KC-30A MRTT fleet. [ + ]
