Labor pledges to bring back FTTP NBN
15 June, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingLabor has pledged to revamp the NBN project to connect up to 2m more homes with FTTP compared to the Coalition's multitechnology model, if it wins the upcoming election.
Merging NSW local councils adopt transition tool
14 June, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingA merger transition tool developed by business intelligence company CAMMS and Local Government Professionals Australia will help NSW local councils navigate the merger process.
Transport for NSW selects ServiceNow
07 June, 2016 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingTransport for NSW has contracted RXP Services to deliver an integrated work management and service desk support system based on the ServiceNow platform.
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.
