Collaboration between government and technology partners will be a key driver in positioning Queensland as a global economic leader.
This summit offers an ideal platform for government and industry to join forces. Beyond an inspiring plenary session, participants can engage in a range of roundtable discussions based on case studies and led by industry experts. These sessions allow attendees to ask questions, exchange ideas, and leave with actionable insights.
The 9th annual event will gather over 160 public-sector IT leaders, facilitating learning, development, and networking as the Queensland government works to create a digitally inclusive, customer-focused government that is agile, empowered, and engaged.
- The implementation and impact of the Data Maturity Assessment Tool
- Strategies for improving data maturity across government departments
- Addressing challenges in maintaining public trust in government data use
Collaboration for Impact: Harnessing Collective Strengths to Enhance Digital Transformation
- Building a Unified Digital Strategy: Examine strategies for aligning the objectives and resources of the largest government agencies to create a cohesive digital transformation agenda across Queensland.
- Leveraging Data and Insights: Examine the critical role of data sharing and collaborative analytics in driving informed decision-making, optimising service delivery, and enhancing the citizen experience. Delve into strategies for fostering inter-agency collaboration to develop and implement robust data governance frameworks.
- Driving Change through Innovation: Discuss how to foster a culture of innovation that encourages risk-taking and experimentation across agencies, showcasing successful collaborative projects and their outcomes.
- Rising cyber threats – Queensland accounts for 30% of Australia’s reported cyber incidents, making proactive security essential for government agencies
- Quantifying and managing cyber risk – Government audits show agencies with structured risk assessments and proactive security drills are far more resilient. Learn how to measure and mitigate cyber risk effectively
- AI-driven security – The ACSC recommends shifting to proactive, AI-enhanced risk management. Explore how AI can help detect threats faster, automate responses, and strengthen security across public sector systems
Our peer to peer roundtable discussions enable you to engage with other attendees as they rotate from table to table.
Each discussion features one of 16 distinct topics and is hosted by a technology expert together with a government co-host to drive an engaging conversation amongst the participants.
This year's top themes span across Digital Leadership, Organisational Transformation, IT Capabilities, Service Delivery, Cyber Uplift, Advanced Data & Analytics, and more.
Our peer to peer roundtable discussions enable you to engage with other attendees as they rotate from table to table.
Each discussion features one of 16 distinct topics and is hosted by a technology expert together with a government co-host to drive an engaging conversation amongst the participants.
This year's top themes span across Digital Leadership, Organisational Transformation, IT Capabilities, Service Delivery, Cyber Uplift, Advanced Data & Analytics, and more.
- Building trust in AI for public services requires transparency, accountability and robust governance frameworks, alongside rigorous testing and public engagement
- Success stories demonstrate how AWS-powered AI solutions have improved public services through streamlined administration, personalized citizen services, and enhanced disaster response capabilities
- AWS provides secure, scalable cloud infrastructure and AI/ML services specifically designed for government use, helping enable responsible AI implementation
Our peer to peer roundtable discussions enable you to engage with other attendees as they rotate from table to table.
Each discussion features one of 16 distinct topics and is hosted by a technology expert together with a government co-host to drive an engaging conversation amongst the participants.
This year's top themes span across Digital Leadership, Organisational Transformation, IT Capabilities, Service Delivery, Cyber Uplift, Advanced Data & Analytics, and more.
Our peer to peer roundtable discussions enable you to engage with other attendees as they rotate from table to table.
Each discussion features one of 16 distinct topics and is hosted by a technology expert together with a government co-host to drive an engaging conversation amongst the participants.
This year's top themes span across Digital Leadership, Organisational Transformation, IT Capabilities, Service Delivery, Cyber Uplift, Advanced Data & Analytics, and more.
- Placing "Customers First" to create citizen-focused government digital services
- Putting "Ideas into Action" and "Being Courageous" to drive innovation within government constraints
- "Unleashing Potential" and "Empowering People" to build a high-performing digital delivery teams
- Understanding the role of Dynamic Standards International? The inception and roadmap
- Demonstrating its potential to streamline compliance - looking into some pilot programs
- How can it strengthen cyber resilience across government supply chains?
- NSW Digital Connectivity Index – Gain insights into the development and impact of the NSW Digital Connectivity Index, tracking key metrics such as access, affordability, and service quality.
- Addressing Connectivity Gaps Using Data – Learn how data from the NSW Digital Connectivity Index is being used to identify and bridge connectivity gaps in rural and remote areas, improving access to essential services.
- Promoting Digital Inclusion and Affordability – Explore initiatives by the NSW government to enhance digital inclusion and affordability, fostering collaboration between government, service providers, and communities.
Data-Driven Innovation: Shaping Queensland's Future with AI
- Transforming Public Services with AI-Driven Insights: Explore how emerging AI-powered data analytics can enhance service delivery across Queensland’s public sector, laying the groundwork for future adoption.
- Strengthening Data Governance and Ethical AI Practices: Learn how Queensland is developing frameworks to ensure transparent, responsible, and ethical use of AI in public service applications.
- Driving Innovation with AI and Open Data: Uncover the potential of AI models trained on open data to tackle public challenges, from urban planning to public health, and how Queensland is positioning itself for this future.
Cyber Resilience: Adapting to Emerging Threats in the Digital Landscape
- Navigating the Evolving Threat Landscape: Examine the latest trends in cyber threats, such as ransomware attacks, phishing schemes, and insider threats, and how Queensland’s public sector can adapt to mitigate these risks effectively.
- Public-Private Collaboration for Cyber Resilience: Explore the necessity of partnerships between government agencies and private sector cybersecurity firms to enhance threat intelligence sharing, incident response capabilities, and collective defence strategies.
- Cultivating a Proactive Cyber Security Culture: Discuss strategies for embedding a culture of cyber security across all levels of government, focusing on continuous training, awareness campaigns, and the role of leadership in fostering an environment where security is everyone's responsibility.




