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Australian researchers develop graphical modelling for the combat zone
Cloud Services

Australian researchers develop graphical modelling for the combat zone

Advanced computing techniques are being used to help the Australian military understand combat situations using modelling & simulations.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jul 2016
Law firm warns Australian firms: Get your data breach protection toolkit ready now
Breach Prevention

Law firm warns Australian firms: Get your data breach protection toolkit ready now

Australian organisations are facing an increase in cyber litigation, prompting the need to prepare for mandatory data breach reporting, says law firm Jones Day.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2016
AIIA says Government needs to ditch 'archaic' voting methods & switch to e-voting
Australian Government

AIIA says Government needs to ditch 'archaic' voting methods & switch to e-voting

Why is Australia slow at electronic voting uptake? The AIIA says that with e-voting in place, we would already know the election results by now.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2016
Australian Govt Dept of Employment chooses Qlik Sense for analytics
Data Analytics

Australian Govt Dept of Employment chooses Qlik Sense for analytics

We look forward to continuing our relationship with the Department of Employment to help them harness the full power of our visual analytics platform.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2016
Aussie Govt should make better use of survey data
Data Analytics

Aussie Govt should make better use of survey data

The Government could do well to make better use of survey data from the public in order to gain a better understanding of people's needs and wants.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jun 2016
NEC to set up $4.38 million cyber security centre in Adelaide
Digital Signage

NEC to set up $4.38 million cyber security centre in Adelaide

NEC Australia is set to establish a $4.38m Global Security Intel Centre in Adelaide to address growing demand for cyber security in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jun 2016
CGI nabs Queensland government contract worth $58m
Data Analytics

CGI nabs Queensland government contract worth $58m

CGI secures a £58.8m deal to enhance Queensland's debt recovery, aiming for smarter, faster collections with a high-tech solution.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 30th May 2016
Avaya focuses on Govt with new appointment
Unified Communications

Avaya focuses on Govt with new appointment

Avaya appoints Peter Whitely as new account director for Federal Government in Australia to drive digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016
UXC: Australia's Cyber Security Strategy a great leap forward
Risk & Compliance

UXC: Australia's Cyber Security Strategy a great leap forward

Australia's new Cyber Security Strategy aims to address shortages in skilled professionals & promote cultural change.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th May 2016
AU Govt Cyber Security Strategy: More insider insights
Cybersecurity

AU Govt Cyber Security Strategy: More insider insights

We published a story last week to share some authoritative opinions from the industry about the Govt strategy - here's some more expert commentary.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 5th May 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Turnbull: Accelerate Australia's digital transformation
Digital Transformation

Turnbull: Accelerate Australia's digital transformation

The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) urges Turnbull Government to push for a digital economy.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Jul 2016
Digitising government operations - just like business
Digital Transformation

Digitising government operations - just like business

Governments are following businesses in going digital, with Australia focusing on improving communication and transformation through technology.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2016
Are Australian Govt websites up to scratch?
Cloud Services

Are Australian Govt websites up to scratch?

A new report has revealed that the majority of Australian government websites are failing to meet plain English language guidelines.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2016
Your invite: National forum on the Future of Public Sector Digitisation
Health Technologies

Your invite: National forum on the Future of Public Sector Digitisation

A national conference to be held in Sydney this July will provide insightful case studies around digitisation and converting to e-service delivery.

By Claire Dowler • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jun 2016
It's about time Australian businesses invested in cyber security
Cybersecurity

It's about time Australian businesses invested in cyber security

Cyber crime costs Australia over $1 billion annually, but many businesses fail to publicly acknowledge breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 17th May 2016
WA Govt teams with Readify for emergency room app
Health Technologies

WA Govt teams with Readify for emergency room app

The Western Australian Government launches an app to help Perth residents know the best hospital to go to in an emergency.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016
Should the Government regulate cybersecurity?
Firewalls

Should the Government regulate cybersecurity?

Trying to codify cybersecurity regulations can be a lot like trying to paint a racecar as it zips around the track.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 13th May 2016
Aussie company takes home four awards for 'inspiring ICT innovation'
Information Communication & Technology

Aussie company takes home four awards for 'inspiring ICT innovation'

Ajilon, the systems integrator, and key client Landgate have been shortlisted in four categories at the WAITTA INCITE Awards.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 9th May 2016