Craig Scroggie

There are some fascinating details in the 2024 National State of the Assets Report, put together by IPWEA in partnership with the Australian Local Government Association. For example: 1. Local Governments collectively own one-third of all Australia's public infrastructure assets, yet employ under 10% of the public workforce. 2. Local Governments are the most asset-intensive level of government in Australia. 3. Total value of assets under Local Government control is $643bn, yet amazingly, their combined revenue was just a fraction of that (around $60bn in 2022-23). Just imagine operating, maintaining and renewing all those assets on this budget - let alone funding all the other non-asset services delivered by Local Government, such as urban planning, economic development/tourism, environmental health (nobody likes dodgy takeaway), animal and pests/weeds management and so much more... It is a real challenge to balance the needs and expectations of the community with financial reality. Therefore, it's not surprising that ~8% of L.G. assets (worth $50-55 billion) are in poor condition. Take just roads... Poor to very poor roads can have significant social, safety and productivity implications at a local and national level (even people living in the big cities don't want bananas bruised from a farm=>store journey via a washed out or potholed road!). All of the above, extracted from the report below, help to emphasise the need for continual improvement to our asset management and long-term financial planning capacity. This continual improvement and, importantly, the long term financial planning and properly funding renewal and replacement of ageing assets takes strong yet delicate leadership. I do not envy any Local Government politicians who seriously engage with this challenge. If you're a local government infrastructure operator, and you'd like to understand more about your assets, we'd love to hear from you! #LocalGovernment #Assets #Planning #AssetManagement #FinancialPlanning #FinancialSustainability #Infrastructure #Australia #Queensland #NorthernTerritory Mangoesmapping GIS Mapping (Mangoesmapping)

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KB Technology Presents: The Soft Launch of ‘Dolium’ at Tech in Gov Expo - Introducing Dolium: An Australian-designed and built Business Support System for Government and Corporates. Dolium is not just another system - it provides for complex functional alignment which aids in strategic decision-making and management. It is a repository of corporate know-how and is the source of competitive advantage, aiding in the execution of business strategy and management. With Dolium, you gain: - Speed to Decision: Uncover all the functional and activity elements of business with comprehensive policy and decision support. - Enhanced Transparency: Gain clear visibility into decision-making and operational activities. - Improved Collaboration: Foster cross-functional coordination and collaboration across teams to achieve the Desired mission/ objectives Visit Our Booth to discover how Dolium will revolutionise government and corporate operations to deliver true Public Value. https://lnkd.in/g8ibsXsd https://lnkd.in/gMCnsc5U #TechinGov #Dolium

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This week at #RHSummit we're sharing more on the collaboration between Water Corporation and IBM Consulting. The state owned entity is assuring that the communities of dry western Australia get access to clean and drinkable H2O thanks to an automation-first strategy using #watsonx Code Assistant for Red Hat Ansible Lightspeed. Read how data keeps water flowing → https://ibm.biz/BdmSi2

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It is an absolute pleasure to be part of PMB Defence, which Defence Connect has named "Export Business of the Year" for the second year in a row. From an industry perspective, I understand how challenging exporting can be. Navigating time zones, language barriers, and the complexities of establishing sustainable and maintainable capabilities within foreign nations' sovereign frameworks make defence exports one of the most intricate markets to operate. In the Australian context, I've observed that we often focus on complex commercial frameworks (ASDEFCON) with convoluted risk assessments to justify procurement value for money. This approach aims to satisfy government expectations of a system's deliverables but does little in terms of measuring sovereign capability. The ADF needs to focus on defining sovereign requirements derived from strategic analysis at the start of projects, ensuring the Australian Defence Force is equipped to defend our nation above the commercial mechanisms defined in the current set of commercial documents; this needs to include a greater focus on the role of Australian industry across the duration of the capability.

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It’s becoming increasingly complex for Australia’s federal agencies to navigate the cybersecurity landscape. The 2nd Annual Australian Cyber Security Showcase is bringing together experts to share best practices and strategies, from protecting sensitive data to ensuring business continuity in the face of cyber disruptions. Register now and join us on 29 May: https://ow.ly/nZc130sBHrp #digitaltransformation #cybersecurity #government

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🚀 Ready to Transform Your Business? 🚀 As a dedicated Managed Service Provider in South East Queensland, we’re here to guide SMEs through the digital landscape with ease. Microsoft 365 Business Premium is your all-in-one solution, blending top-tier productivity tools with robust security measures to propel your business forward. 🔒 Secure, Collaborate, and Thrive 🔒 With Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you’re not just getting the Office suite you know and love; you’re also unlocking advanced cyberthreat protection and device management. Imagine having the power to collaborate securely from anywhere, at any time – that’s the promise of Business Premium. 🌐 Connect with Confidence 🌐 Don’t let cyber risks hold you back. Embrace the future with confidence as Microsoft 365 Business Premium safeguards your data and streamlines your operations. Ready to take the leap? Reach out to us and let’s make it happen together! #Microsoft365 #BusinessGrowth #CyberSecurity #DigitalEra #SMEsupport

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Takeaways from the TEFMA workshop on using technology for better management of university campus buildings.

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The Department of Industry, Science and Resources #CriticalTechnologies #ChallengeProgram will provide up to $5 million of funding to develop solutions or components using #quantum technologies, #AI and #robotics in response to challenges: - Challenge 1: Optimise the performance, sustainability, and security of energy networks. - Challenge 2: Improve medical imaging and medical sensors to support diagnosis, treatment of disease and monitoring activities inside the human body. - Challenge 3: Enhance communication with autonomous systems in varying environments. - Challenge 4: Optimise and reduce the impact of resource exploration, extraction, and mineral processing. Applications are due on 2 July 2024. https://lnkd.in/gAk2nrg3

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Join us May 2nd at 2pm AEST as we talk Copilot Readiness Copilot is the big talking point across Australia as enterprises are looking to remain competitive in todays landscape. Join us as we walk you through: - Hidden risks with no guardrails - 7 step process to getting Copilot pushed out safely - Q&A to how other enterprises have deployed Copilot #copilot #readiness

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Curious about the cloud complexities of Australian organisations? CRN’s inaugural Cloud Covered report delves deep into the hybrid cloud landscape. "Two decades of haphazard purchasing of SaaS and public cloud services has left many Australian organisations neither fully in nor fully out of the cloud." Explore insights from IT executives like Richard Wiltshire and Greg Wratt, navigating the nuances of hybrid environments for optimal cost and performance. Discover modernisation priorities, migration challenges, and industry perspectives from leaders like Paul Keen and Tomas Varsavsky. Read the report now! https://lnkd.in/g4sGsUmh Sponsored by Interactive and Rubrik #HybridCloud #CloudCovered

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Search-powered AI is ultimately what will assist organisations to improve data management capabilities. However, only 21% of organisations in Australia are trialling Gen AI’s use internally. Spoke with Mike Loder at Ticker News on key insights from Elastic's recent Generative AI report. We explored how Generative AI is revolutionising the Australian technology sector, driving efficiency and innovation. The report provides key insights and practical steps for organisations looking to harness this transformative technology. Catch the full report here if you missed it: https://lnkd.in/gKgZryCH #Elasticsearch #generativeAI

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- Is your UC&C platform draining your budget? - Are you aware of the hidden costs of inefficient UC&C solutions? A recent study by Frost & Sullivan (2024) revealed that inefficient UC&C solutions cost Australian businesses an average of 15% more due to hidden expenses. Check out our latest blog to learn how much inefficiency is costing your business and the steps you need to take to address it... https://loom.ly/yrrcW58 #productivity #ProductivityBoost #officesolutions #ModernOffice #BusinessCommunication #BusinessSolutions #Ucaas #unifiedcommunications #CollaborationSolutions #collaboration #businessphonesystem #VoIP #VOIPsolutions #CloudSolutions

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Who doesn't like opening up their time to do more productive activity? 🤔📈 Spend less time administrating and more time innovating by leaning on #AI with the tools you already have available in your Microsoft Suite! 💡 Ingram Micro have teamed up with Using Technology Better to deliver a webinar that gives all attendees (whether you are experienced or a new user) tips and tricks that you can apply to your day-to-day to be more productive. #CoPilot #Productivity #IMNZ #Microsoft Jamie Hall Barbara Kidd Cassandra Ong

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Vision Pro is arriving in Australia soon. Has your organisation seriously considered how Spatial Computing might benefit your organisation? visionOS 2.0 brings a wealth of new features, particularly for Enterprises: Recent guest users, hand gestures to access the Home Screen and Control Centre, a new Mac virtual display and an AirPlay Receiver. Do you have the skills to build in Swift with visionOS 2.0? Ask me or call the Bilue team to learn more about how spatial computing could enhance your customer experience or your enterprise workplace.

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What a powerful collaboration! Learn more about this amazing partnership between Ventia & Microsoft in the article below! If you are interested in joining Ventia, visit their career site today: https://lnkd.in/eiGmgajt

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One of the most powerful tools of Intermedium's market intelligence platform is Scout IT. This tool helps ICT suppliers with opportunity prospecting in Australian governments across all jurisdictions.​ Newly revamped, Scout IT provides our subscribers:​ ✅ Drillthroughs to list of contracts, tenders and panels, for targeted account planning​ ✅ A timeline of expiring contracts, to position for early agency engagement​ ✅ A deeper dive into contract information, through supplier and agency lenses, which include annualised contract value, to craft and align offers effectively​ This is just one of the many tools from our platform that ICT suppliers use to help boost their business with government.​ 👉 Book a demo with us to learn more: https://hubs.li/Q02Fy5Bs0 ​ #Intermedium #MarketIntelligence #Tendering #GovernmentProcurement

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One for all of my #Manufacturing connections. Do you know the future landscape of Technology in your sector? Featured in the Australian Manufacturing News today is this article from myself around the Future Landscape of Technology https://lnkd.in/ges8Tga3 Let me know your thoughts and please reach out if you'd like to discuss #Technology #HumanAsset #Robotics #CyberSecured #CyberSecurity

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The importance of a data governance strategy cannot be overstated - and the necessity for this to align with the cyber strategy is fundamental to ensure a solid cyber foundation is in place. If a cyber crisis hits, the need to understand what data is at risk must be addressed. #informationassets #datagovernance #cyber

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