Partner Content

In 1969 and 1970, one-sixth of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) firms disappeared through mergers or liquidations. Thousands lost their jobs in the first major economic shock since the Great Depression. The cause was not the ethical failings we often associate with such events but another common problem: business leaders’ failure to adapt to […]

Despite short-term challenges, central business districts are well-positioned to capitalise on their strengths to become resilient, multi-purpose destinations and attract investment. Opportunities to create more value from central business districts (CBDs) exists amid changing demand for office space, new commuter patterns, and the desire for new experiences.  And the potential for revitalisation lies primarily in […]

Many government and private sector leaders are moving toward a risk-based approach to cybersecurity. This shift recognises that the capacity and capability to address all cyber risks equally is impossible in today’s all-encompassing digital environment. However, while people, culture, and behaviour remain the core risk in cyber security assessments and post-incident analyses, these areas still […]

We lost a tender. Not the first we have lost and I daresay it will not be the last. Thing is, we shouldn’t have bid. To be fair, a five-year contract with 20+ people was pretty enticing. But still, it wasn’t the type of work we do, and I should have known better. We had […]

We are in the midst of a climate crisis and it’s going to take the efforts of everyone, especially the government, to tackle the environmental, economic, and social impacts to create a more sustainable future. Climate change affects everything. The planet is on a path to a 2.7 °C temperature rise by the end of […]

Good governance applies at every level of an organisation, and as such, should be considered and planned at the organisational, team, program, policy, portfolio, and project level. Grosvenor Performance Group presents ‘A better practice model for Governance’, which explains their model to improve governance at any organisation, as developed in conjunction with and tested by […]

The recent Federal Budget 2023-24 recognises the importance of investing in cybersecurity and privacy measures to strengthen Australia’s sovereignty and security in the region. By prioritising these investments, it’s possible to build a safer and more resilient Australia for the future. Peter Jennings, Fortinet Public Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) member and former executive director of […]

Cube Group is excited to announce the appointment of Daniel Cziperle as its newest Partner this month. Daniel will spearhead the firm’s Health practice, bringing an impressive portfolio of experience in both the public and private sectors. With a focus on improving healthcare delivery and access, Daniel is a proven leader with experience across the […]

Today’s supply chains need to be more than efficient and reliable. Increasingly, they must meet a growing range of environmental and social targets – and the pressure is on companies to show that they do. An estimated 70% of a large organisations’ sustainability impact comes from its supply chain. Plus, Scope 3 emissions are on average 5.5 […]

One of the buzzwords in content development is ‘narrative’. It’s talked about as a goal for content – that we need to be telling a story. Making content into a story can better engage your audience and make your messages more memorable. In marketing, the idea of narrative is easy. It is often about bringing […]

For government, building a redress scheme to right past wrongs and provide justice to vulnerable members of the community isn’t just about handing out money and leaving it at that. Today, redress schemes take a holistic approach, combining looking after the physical and mental health of the people affected, along with ongoing counselling – as […]

We’ve all heard the phrase ‘a picture paints a thousand words’. Colourful images are great for grabbing attention. But you need words and numbers to communicate precise information. By combining these elements, infographics can give us the best of both worlds, and engage audiences more effectively than text alone. The power of infographics was shown […]

We talk of sovereign capability, but we give it away in the services industry. We want international influence – but we don’t support the growth of Australian businesses that might become internationally influential.   Literally billions of dollars are spent on consultants by the APS, with the lion’s share going to a few companies. It’s not […]

Gender equality has long been viewed as a cause primarily benefiting women. However, the truth is it will positively impact everyone.  It not only breaks down barriers for women but also liberates men from harmful stereotypes, ultimately fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.  Future Women’s Change Makers program, developed in consultation with Kate Jenkins, […]