Public Sector stories
Inspira appoints Swetha Srivastava as head of its global Data Analytics and AI practice, boosting leadership and diversity ambitions in technology.
AWS has honoured top Australia and New Zealand partners like HCLTech and TechnologyOne for excellence in cloud and AI innovation at its 2025 Partner Awards.
SAP opens a Centre of Excellence in Canberra to aid Australian public sector AI adoption, hiring 20 specialists by mid-2026 to boost digital transformation.
Datadog expands partnership with AWS to enhance cloud observability and security, boosting AI and multi-cloud management for enterprises globally.
Wasabi Technologies launches Covert Copy, a free hidden backup feature shielding data from cyberattacks for healthcare, finance and public sectors.
Research reveals fragmented procurement, skill gaps, and low tech investment hinder value delivery in Australia and New Zealand's public sector contracting.
Jane Livesey is appointed President of Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, returning to tech to lead amid a pivotal AI-driven transformation.
Over half of government CIOs expect IT budgets to rise in 2026, prioritising AI, cybersecurity and cloud tech despite fiscal constraints, says Gartner research.
Outdated IT systems hamper AI adoption in UK firms, with 61% citing legacy platforms as a key barrier amid budget and skills constraints.
Karmo is now the sole provider in Queensland's Local Buy fleet scheme, offering councils and agencies easy access to flexible vehicle subscription services.
CGI and Freshworks partner to provide AI-driven service tools targeting UK mid-market and public sectors, focusing initially on education and policing.
Central government places AI and data analytics centre stage in digital transformation, with 39% prioritising these techs for future public service reforms.
Legacy IT systems and budget constraints block AI adoption in 61% of UK organisations, stalling modernisation efforts across public and private sectors.
Infotrust, formerly Spirit Technology Solutions, begins trading on ASX, uniting cyber security and IT services with over 250 experts across Australia.
By 2026, Australian organisations will prioritise digital sovereignty and distributed AI, reshaping cloud strategies to boost security and resilience amid rising AI-driven threats.
Cohesity joins AWS as a launch partner for the European Sovereign Cloud, enhancing data security and cyber resilience for compliant regional data management.
AI could boost New Zealand's productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038, doubling current rates through improved skills, infrastructure, and public sector digitisation.
Bangladesh's LGED has adopted Zimbra's open-source email platform to enhance data security and control for over 13,000 staff nationwide, ahead of new data laws.
The UK Budget's frozen income tax thresholds and push for AI in public services are driving cautious consumer spending and a rapid digital shift in retail and government.
Australian government digital services hold second place globally but show little performance gain despite AI advances and ongoing investment challenges.