Australian Government stories - Page 13

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

It's been 5 months since the introduction of Australia's metadata laws came into effect, and the general public's understanding remains vague at best.

Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison has unveiled a surprise Budget with measures designed to drive economic growth and combat tax avoidance.

The Australian Government has made spatial data free through a dedicated website, benefiting various industries.

IT provider Cirrus Networks is spreading its wings and opening a Canberra office as it seeks to garner an increased share of the $5b govt ICT spend.

Malcom Turnbull recently announced Australia’s Cyber Security Strategy for the future - here are some insights from professionals in the industry.

Australian businesses are falling behind in cyber security, leaving them vulnerable to cyber criminals, according to Deloitte.

Blue Coat welcomes Australian Government's cyber security strategy update, says it will make networks more resilient.

Avaya secures a deal with the Australian Treasury to replace their outdated network with Avaya's SDN Fx architecture, enhancing efficiency and reliability.

The Australian Government has announced its intent to help support and develop local businesses with The National Innovation and Science Agenda.

Government tees up digital marketplace to enable more ICT suppliers to nab some of the $5b annual government ICT spend and a cyber security centre.

Ten more companies, including HP and NEC, have been added to the whole-of-Australian-Government ICT hardware and associated services panel.

Viocorp, the cloud based video platform provider based in Australia, is working with the government to make web content more accessible.

New whole-of-government hardware panel includes Mac1, OPC IT and Samsung in first tranche of preferred tenderers, more to follow.

Change of prime minister in Australia sparks speculation on the impact for the IT industry. Malcolm Turnbull's tech background is seen as positive.

Adoption of the government's new Digital Service Standard amounts to a major IT transformation that should be planned for, not rushed.

The nbn long term satellite service will be a 'game changer' for those living and working in regional and remote areas.

Kaspersky Labs win Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet deal with Hemisphere Technologies a key play in delivering the solution.

Taxes on services purchased online from offshore sellers look to have moved a step closer, with Budget 2015 confirming it is a key focus area.

The Australian government's Department of Finance has added a further nine suppliers to their Cloud Services Panel with Envisian among the winners.