WA's ICT policy marks a new beginning
01 June, 2016 by David BraueDigital WA represents the state's first whole-of-government ICT strategy — a marked change from previous approaches that were heavily localised and largely disunified.
Treasury adopts Expense8 travel management platform
30 May, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Department of Treasury has signed a three-year contract with 8common that will see the latter provide its Expense8 travel management platform as a service to the agency.
What governments can learn from pizza companies
30 May, 2016 by Kathleen O’Brien, Public Sector Principal, SAP HybrisWhen it comes to digital transformation, there are many lessons learned by the private sector that are applicable to all levels of government.
Queensland chooses CGI for debt recovery
27 May, 2016 by GTR staffCGI has been awarded a contract with the Queensland Government's State Penalties Enforcement Registry (SPER) to implement and service a debt recovery solution.
Big data for the common good
25 May, 2016 by David Bowie, Managing Director, SAS Australia and New ZealandAs data is used to develop policies designed to address society's needs, there must be processes and standards in place to promote good usage and guard against the bad.
Vic govt needs to do better online
25 May, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Victorian Government has assigned $81m to help improve its online presence, as currently less than 1% of interactions with citizens are completed online.
Defence seeks SIs for ERP program
24 May, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe Department of Defence is seeking system integators interested in participating in a project to overhaul the department's finance and logistics operations.
Atos to provide key platforms for CG2018
23 May, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAtos has won the contract to provide a games management and information diffusion system for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.
Australia Post names new CIO
17 May, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralia Post has finally appointed a new CIO and has started a search for a new CISO to replace the outgoing Troy Braban.
Budget highlights expected digital savings
10 May, 2016 by David BraueThe government's 2016–17 Budget puts teeth into earlier ambitions as it leans on its Digital Transformation Agenda to earn its keep.
Ipswich taps Accenture for smart city plan
10 May, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAccenture will consult with Ipswich City Council on an initiative that aims to transform the Queensland regional hub into a 'smart' city.
Improved weather data for WA growers
26 April, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe WA agriculture and food ministry has added new weather stations to its network as part of a project to provide growers in the region with accurate, localised information to aid decision-making.
NZ Bus to begin transition to electric vehicles
21 April, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingNZ infrastructure operator Infratil has revealed plans to start converting certain vehicle types owned by its NZ Bus unit to electric power.
CSIRO selects 11 teams for ON Accelerator program
21 April, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe CSIRO has selected 11 teams with innovative ideas to take part in the next round of its ON Accelerator program, which has been expanded to include Australian universities for the first time.
IBM analysts work to make Melbourne a smarter city
20 April, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingA team of six IBM expert analysts has arrived in Melbourne and will spend the next three weeks helping to ensure the city is equipped to deal with disasters and disruptive events.
