The finance function is going through unprecedented change as it becomes more strategic and future focused. Many senior finance leaders have been accountable for day to day responsibilities like transactions, compliance and financial statements. However as automation gains traction in government and in the context of shared services, strategic leadership and business analysis become essential to the finance role. How can you prepare yourself f...

According to the 2015-2016 APS Statistical Bulletin, whilst women make up 57.9% of the Australian Public Service they continue to be grossly underrepresented in a range of senior leadership positions. It is clear that while women have more opportunities than ever, there is still a great deal of work to be done. Poor work culture, unconscious bias, bullying and the challenges of balancing career with other commitments prevent many women from ac...

Technology in Government is Australia's largest ICT event for the Public Sector. It combines a high- level conference with a large scale exhibition, bringing together senior Public Sector Technologists and Communications Experts to learn, network and source ICT solutions for the ongoing transformation within Government. Technology in Government Summit 2016 brings together suppliers of ICT and emerging digital technologies, with an innovative,...

Workplace culture is shaped by the decisions made by leaders and communicators and by the messages that they convey. The tone of voice, establishing and following strategies, setting and following rules, along with your team are integral aspects of a successful leader. Governments worldwide are faced with the challenge of transformation and the need to reinvent government systems in order to deliver efficient information through ever-increasin...

Releasing governmental data Commonwealth portfolios are moving toward a more integrated, effective and innovative approach to information sharing and publishing. The improved use of data and information across departments and agencies drives improvements in policy delivery and community outcomes. On the other hand, sharing and publishing data can create real concerns for the continued integrity and security of confidential information. This co...

Implementing a more flexible performance measurement framework The Public Sector is focusing on improving performance measurement. The implementation of the Enhanced Commonwealth Performance Framework has been introduced to help assist Departments and Agencies better align measurement strategy. This conference will provide a practical platform for improvement, offering both Departments and Agencies the opportunity to hear recommendations from...

The Coalition’s goal is to lift Australia’s productivity performance by cutting red and green tape as one of its central policy objectives. One of the key priorities is to reduce the regulatory burden for individuals, businesses and community organisations by $1 billion annually. This red and green tape reduction target is driving the Coalition’s regulatory reform. This conference will discuss national and state impacts of re...

Now in its 9th year, AVSEC will shed light on the most pressing issues, the latest challenges and technology advancement within the aviation industry in the Asia Pasicif Region, bringing together government authorities, policy makers and key industry leaders all under one roof at one time.Key topics of the conference include:Managing regulatory challenges & updates in policiesSecurity by designAviation security threatsBuilding a secure nei...

Strategically building a business improvement culture Government departments are currently contending with how they can deliver better services at lower costs, particularly in light of the recent increased efficiency dividend. It is therefore essential that significant changes are made, for which process improvement is one of the key ways to drive down costs, increase efficiency and improve service delivery. One of the major challenges to over...

The event will hear from senior government ministers and defence officials, following the recent election, and will centre on the theme What does government want of industry?' The Congress will connect industry delegates to government ministers and Department of Defence Personnel as well as speakers from Prime contractors and SMEs. A diverse program of speeches, panel discussions and workshops will seek to address key defence developments, cap...