Queensland to launch new ICT strategy

The Queensland Government plans to launch a refreshed ICT strategy designed to secure Queensland’s digital future.

The new strategy has been developed by the Queensland Government Chief Information Office (QGCIO) in consultation with industry leaders, academia, government agency CIOs and other stakeholders.

It has a focus on positioning the state government to maximise the benefits of digital technology, as well as making it easier for local technology start-ups and small businesses to do business with the government.

Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy and Minister for Small Business Leeanne Enoch plans to launch the strategy under the name ‘Advancing our Digital Future’ later this year.

“Advancing our Digital Future will guide future investments and decision-making to improve the use of digital technologies in areas including customer service, innovation, security, privacy, service delivery and information management,” Enoch said.

“This strategy will recognise that we have to move beyond our traditional approach to ICT. Technology now reaches into the very fabric of our everyday lives. Increasingly, digital technologies will enable government to deliver proactive and personalised services to citizens and businesses.”

Enoch said the government also plans to release the state’s first dedicated digital infrastructure plan later this year.

“We understand that access to affordable and high-quality telecommunications are essential for our businesses to compete and local services to be effective.”

Pictured: Queensland Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy and Minister for Small Business Leeanne Enoch

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