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ICT delivery in Victorian state environments often hits a point of diminishing returns when speed replaces structure. We see specific signals when pressure mounts. Resource churn increases. Governance frameworks become reactive rather than proactive. Procurement timelines for critical digital infrastructure are compressed, leading to downstream integration risks. For Senior Executives, these aren't just technical delays: they are governance risks. When these signals appear, the focus should shift to stabilising the commercial and project environment. The Victorian eServices Register provides a structured pathway to engage advisory support that understands these specific state pressures. Strategic intervention prevents delivery fatigue and ensures program longevity.

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Available on AWS Marketplace: DeployPartners Virtualisation Modernisation Services on OpenShift® DeployPartners offers two powerful services on the AWS Marketplace, designed to help organisations across Australia & New Zealand modernise their infrastructure and unlock new capabilities with Red Hat® OpenShift® for Virtualisation. Assessment & JumpStart Ideal for organisations ready to explore OpenShift® and quickly experience the benefits of a unified platform to manage both virtual and containerised workloads in the AWS cloud. Assessment & Migration Perfect for teams prepared to migrate from traditional virtualisation platforms to OpenShift®. This end-to-end engagement includes environment assessment, platform deployment, workload migration, testing, and handover to your operations team. With DeployPartners, a Red Hat Premier Business Partner, you can: - Reduce operational costs - Accelerate innovation - Build for the future – from Monolithic to Microservices - Run virtual and container workloads side-by-side in a single platform Explore our offerings on AWS Marketplace: https://lnkd.in/gPyBrAtq Let’s modernise your infrastructure – and your business – together. #AWS #OpenShift #Virtualisation #CloudMigration #DevOps #DeployPartners #RedHat #Modernisation #Containerisation #CloudComputing #ANZTech

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“The problem with a lot of legacy systems is they're very complex, not well understood or well documented, but agentic AI is able to interrogate these systems, understand the code, the architecture and then document the system." Datacom Director of Cloud Mike Walls joined the AWS Re:Invent conference in Las Vegas to share how agentic AI is helping businesses tackle modernisation projects that were previously too complex, costly and time-consuming. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gg2__yTb #GenAI #AgenticAI #AI #LegacySystems #Modernisation #AppModernisation

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Highlights from AWS Public Sector Day – Wellington I had the chance to attend AWS Public Sector Day in Wellington today; the event delivered some powerful insights on where cloud and AI are heading for New Zealand’s public sector. 📊 Cloud Adoption & FinOps 💠 Many agencies are still struggling to show value realisation from cloud investments, often defaulting to treating cloud as a cost centre. 💠 Cloud FinOps maturity in the public sector is sitting around 1.8/5, highlighting the need to move away from “panic cost-optimisation” toward structured Cloud Financial Management frameworks that drive long-term efficiency. 🤖 AI Trends ✨ AI use is growing rapidly in NZ, 82% of organisations report using AI, with 77% seeing financial impact and 91% reporting productivity gains. ✨ AI governance is lagging behind with technology outpacing regulations. ✨ Trust in AI in NZ remains low, with only 44% of Kiwis believing AI’s benefits outweigh its risks. 🌟 Success Stories 🏛️ Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is transforming Government-to-Government certification through modernisation and automation—boosting trade efficiency and improving outcomes for Kiwi exporters. 🏦 Westpac shared an impressive AIOps/MLOps journey, offering a blueprint for organisations wanting to scale AI responsibly and effectively. ☁️ AWS Updates The local region continues to expand at pace, bringing more services and stronger foundations for sovereignty, resilience, and innovation. 🙌 Final Thought The event reinforced the importance of a value-driven cloud adoption and trusted AI ecosystems in the public sector with strong FinOps foundations, and AI Governance. #AWSPublicSector #AWSNZ #CloudAdoption #FinOps #AIGovernance #PublicSectorAI #DigitalTransformation 

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Telstra has released two security-focused APIs to the developer community via Aduna, the global network API aggregator in which the Australian telco is one of the founding investors: https://lnkd.in/ewFb8FSJ #telecom #security #APIs

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AWS Expands New Zealand Cloud Region to Empower Telecoms Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched its New Zealand cloud region with 5G-ready, low-latency infrastructure and renewable-powered data centres, accelerating digital transformation for telecoms. “The new AWS Region in New Zealand will help serve the growing demand for cloud services across the country and empower organisations of all sizes to accelerate their digital transformation,” says Prasad Kalyanaraman, Vice President of Infrastructure Services at AWS. #NewZealand #5G #DataCentre #Telecommunications #Telco Stella Nolan

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It complements the Australian Signals Directorate's existing guidance for securing edge devices by extending mitigations across the wider network environment, including core routing, switching and intermediary network components.

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Telstra has signed a multi-million-dollar deal with managed mobility service provider imei to deliver network connectivity and technology solutions for enterprise and government customers. https://lnkd.in/g3-RZGhd Under the five-year deal, both companies will develop a suite of connectivity and technology services, utilising Telstra’s network assets with imei’s managed mobility capabilities. Tim Fussell, imei founder and CEO, said the partnership marks a “pivotal moment” for both companies. “Together, we are set to deliver the next generation of network and technology solutions, helping our customers innovate, grow, and succeed in an increasingly connected world.” Telstra Business group executive Amanda Hutton added that imei is one of the telco's longest standing strategic partners.

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In a significant step towards enhancing national emergency preparedness, Spark and One New Zealand have partnered with Next Generation Critical Communications Lead Entity and Police Minister Mark Mitchell to launch the Cellular Network Visibility Service - a tool that provides emergency services with real-time mobile network insights. In what is believed to be a world-first, Hourua – a joint venture between Spark and One New Zealand - has integrated data from both networks, enabling emergency services to view and prepare for any planned and unplanned mobile network outages in real-time and up to two weeks in advance. This integration is crucial for ensuring emergency services devices, which rely on mobile connectivity, remain operational when responding to critical incidents. Our Chief Executive Jolie Hodson MNZM says, “Hourua is an important collaboration that is delivering real value for our critical emergency services teams who are saving lives and protecting New Zealanders on the front line. Each initiative we’ve delivered– from priority access to multi network roaming and now visibility of network availability in real-time – strengthens the Public Safety Network and ensures first responders have the reliable connectivity they need when it matters most.” https://lnkd.in/gS-DFX-d

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🌟 Transforming government data management with CKAN An impactful project with a New South Wales #government agency, helping them build a comprehensive internal data portal using CKAN on AWS infrastructure. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞:  Data scattered across multiple systems, poor discoverability, and complex compliance tracking. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:  A centralized 'Information Asset Register' that serves as a single source of truth for all organizational data assets. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭:  ✅ Improved data visibility across departments ✅ Streamlined compliance processes ✅ Enhanced evidence-based decision making It's wonderful to see how the right data infrastructure can improve an organization's potential and support better public service delivery. For public sector organizations experiencing similar data governance challenges, solutions like this demonstrate what's possible with thoughtful implementation. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤:  🔧 CKAN for data catalog and management ☁️ AWS for scalable cloud infrastructure Read the full case study 👇 #DataGovernance #PublicSector #CKAN #DataManagement #InternalDataPortal #DigitalTransformation

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11:11 Systems snaps up Digital Sense from Aussie Broadband, deepening its VMware cloud play and bolstering its reach across Australia.

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Large-scale government cloud migrations are never just about moving infrastructure. They’re about setting up the future. Over 24 months, Blue Crystal Solutions supported the South Australian Department for Infrastructure (DIT) and Transport in a cloud migration that modernised 125+ applications and databases. By working alongside trusted service partners like Comunet, we delivered a smooth, phased migration that reduced risk, empowered internal teams, and set a strong foundation for future digital transformation. Explore how strategic collaboration enabled a major AWS cloud modernisation for DIT: https://hubs.la/Q03smZMF0 #CloudMigration #AWS #DigitalGovernment #PublicSectorIT #ModernInfrastructure #DIT #BlueCrystalSolutions

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New Zealand emergency services gain real-time and forecast cellular network visibility via Next Generation Critical Communications’ new service aiding operational planning.

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97% of organisations plan to upgrade their IT infrastructure, but budgets aren't keeping pace. Cisco ANZ CTO Carl Solder speaks with Karissa A. Breen (KB) about why the cyber readiness gap exists — and what it will take to close it.

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We’re proud to share that Data#3 has been appointed as a preferred supplier to the Western Australian Government’s Technology Infrastructure and Solutions (TIS) panel. Under the CUATIS2024 panel, Data#3 will support WA Government agencies with Networking, Data Centre, and Hybrid Cloud Solutions, delivering critical infrastructure, expert services, and innovative technology to help modernise IT environments across the state. This appointment reflects our continued commitment to empowering public sector organisations and serving WA communities with secure, scalable, and forward-thinking solutions. Read the full release: https://bit.ly/44iVeDX #TeamD3 #DigitalGovernment #PublicSectorIT

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Te Wānanga o Aotearoa scopes shift from VMware to MS Azure https://lnkd.in/gYfqQfZS #ResellerNews With the establishment of a new datacentre, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is moving away from VMware as its core virtualisation platform, seeking proposals for migrating 200 virtual machines.

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We're proud to announce the launch of our new fully-managed Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution! Created in partnership with Fortinet, this solution extends our enterprise capability, complementing our existing SD-WAN, cloud, and connectivity services. A huge thanks to both Fortinet and our team for their hard work, and their unwavering commitment to security. Find out more about our Enterprise security systems here: https://lnkd.in/g3m-x4Gm

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