Architecting the Future Smart City 2020

At Architecting the Future Smart City, both domestic and international public sector leaders came together to explore how to create a smart city framework that delivers outcomes that matter. This report will unpack the key trends, opportunities and challenges in this space. This paper includes the insights from speakers at a recent event that, like so many of late, was held virtually. That was only possible because of the way technology has improved and continues to do so. Many of us are connected all the time with the number of devices constantly expanding. This is most noticeable in cities, as …

Innovation in the Western Australian Public Service 2020

On 5 March 2020 Public Sector Network (PSN) partnered with the Western Australian Government to present the WA Government Innovation Showcase 2020, a one-day event intended to explore and advance the WA Government’s Innovation and Digital Transformation strategies. T…

Innovation in the New South Wales Public Service

In most NSW Government agencies, major transformation or change is either already happening, or is just about to occur. Given this inevitable tide of transformation, what do leaders need to know and do to ensure transformation is successful and as the public sector shifts to a somewhat un…

State of Ransomware Industry Update 2020

The increased reporting of cyber incidents among large companies in ANZ in the first half of 2020 has been clearly evident. A handful of ransomware families are dominating these attacks. It is not uncommon for many organisations to fail to report breaches, or worse, to be completely unaware that they have even taken place. Ransomware is being used for much more than just blackmail. It can be used as a diversion; first harvesting credentials for later use, and then encrypting the drive to keep IT staff occupied while the attacker covers their tracks. More recently, attackers have accomplished even more …

Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2020

​On 6 August 2020, the Australian Government released Australia’s Cyber Security Strategy 2020. The Australian Cyber Security Strategy 2020 will invest $1.67 billion over 10 years to achieve their vision of creating a more secure online world for Australians, their businesses and the essential services upon which we all depend. It will be delivered through: Reference: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.

Public Sector Big Data: Exploring Use Cases For Government Data Sets

In the next edition of PSN’s Data and Analytics Blog Series we take a look at Public Sector Big Data – what it means, why we need it now more than ever, and how three departments are already leveraging insight to drive efficiencies. Big data management generates better information and practices across a wide array of areas and is part of both Federal and local governments’ plans to improve safety, increase innovation and optimise security, helping Australia grow as a nation. With advancements in technologies such as machine learning and cloud computing, coupled with global Open Government initiatives, emerging Big …

Post-Event Report - Virtual Future of Work Series 2020

Mobilize the Public Sector Workforce in Unprecedented Times June 15, 2020 – Eastern / Atlantic Canada | June 16, 2020 – Central / Western Canada Change is hitting the Public Sector workplace at an unprecedented pace. Is your organization ready for the future? From artificial intelligence to predictive analytics, employee wellness to employer branding, bring your-own-software to virtual reality — there is no shortage of advancements shaping workplaces in Canada’s public sector. The Future of Work series covers a range of topics around workforce development, recruiting, training and retaining the best possible workforce, changing ways of working supporting an increasingly …

Adapting to new ways of procurement

How public sector procurement is impacted by crises, how it can respond, and how it can assist to build strong, better and more resilient communities.