Special Reports

Public servants need to get their heads around the impact artificial intelligence and machine learning will have on services and citizens' lives. The legislative and technology choices governments make will have a big impact on whether AI will be a help or hindrance as society embarks on a fully digital future. Public confidence and trust in government are at stake.

From the role of adaptive leadership in a hybrid workplace to the reasons why quiet quitting is a cybersecurity risk, the Synergy Group has shared their insights on a number of topics over the years. Today, we share some of their best content to pique your curiosity.

Data has been in the news for the wrong reasons recently after high-profile hacks led to customer information being released on the dark web. But modern organisations can’t survive without accurate and timely data. Backed by AI, machine learning and cloud technologies, data is the key to delivering better public services and customer experiences. Its presence, however, makes organisations vulnerable.

Public servants are expected to deliver better value for money while providing goods and services that satisfy government’s social contract. Meanwhile, they're confronted with supply-line difficulties, budgetary pressures and an inflationary environment. How do they make wiser and more sustainable, cost-effective buying decisions?

Government entities and private organisations are under increasing attack from organised criminals, state-based actors and others wanting to inflict digital chaos. We look at the state of cybersecurity in Australia, the industries that are most vulnerable to cyber threats and how authorities are trying to find people with the skills to combat future attacks.

With employees now demanding greater flexibility to work from home, both the private and public sectors will need to be adaptable and willing to listen to these needs. We look at many of the factors driving change in our workplaces, and what will become of our cities once offices evolve into spaces where we meet rather than work.

The defence industry is big business and big news. As controversial as it is important. It also happens to be the Federal Government’s number one priority in the midst of growing geopolitical uncertainties. Important enough to upset some friends while shoring up others in an effort to help secure the nation and the region it is located.