It’s imperative that local government adopt tools to help them sift through the increasing pools of data, writes Ben Cowling.
Category: Digital delivery
DTA ‘not at centre’ of government’s digital thinking: report
Government and opposition senators split on the role and responsibilities of the Digital Transformation Agency in driving digital delivery in government.
Data skills shortage is common across state and local government: peak
As the NSW Government moves to address a data skills shortfall in the state’s public service, local government professionals say they also need investment in professional development.
Government should lead AI certification: Finkel
Australia’s Chief Scientist has urged the Federal Government to use its purchasing power to reward ethical conduct by providers of artificial intelligence.
Centrelink, business registration among Govpass pilots: DTA
An estimated 2.8 million transactions will be moved online as the government’s digital identity program is gradually linked to more government services, the Digital Transformation Agency says.
Governments should adopt hybrid cloud strategies
Inadequate funding and skill means governments will struggle to provide private cloud that meets user expectations or matches the innovation of public cloud providers, an analyst says.
Global smart cities body targets Australia
An international collaboration of global technology companies, advisors and planners is moving to support governments in Australia in the development and roll out of smart city initiatives.
Citizens want eGovernment, but wary of data breaches
Australians want to be able to deal with all levels of government online but they remain wary of how governments treat their private information, a new survey shows.
Council adopts new approach to doing business
The City of Wyndham in Victoria is pioneering new ways of working and digital transformation as it responds to rapid population growth.
Digital innovation requires new commissioning approach: Shetler
Government tries to build digital products the same way it builds bridges, says the former CEO of Digital Transformation Office.