Information technology projects
Report
Report 509: inquiry into public sector information technology procurement and projects
An investigation into capability, planning and management shortfalls in Commonwealth entities entering into external information technology (IT) contracts. The report finds such shortfalls lead to poor results as well as poor value for money for the taxpayer, and makes three recommendations to improve and build capacity for future IT procurement.
Report
State of Australian quantum report 2024
This report provides updates on how Australia's National Quantum Strategy has been implemented. It also highlights the successes, challenges and next steps for Australia's quantum industry.
Report
Defence’s procurement and implementation of the myClearance system
Australian Government employees and contractors require a security clearance to access classified resources, which can relate to Australia’s national security, economic and other interests. The objective of this audit was to assess the effectiveness of the Department of Defence's procurement and implementation of the myClearance system. The audit finds that the procurement and implementation of...
Discussion paper
Crowdsourcing an Australian cyber intelligence and information militia
This discussion paper seeks to canvass options for an Australian ‘cyber intelligence and information militia’. The discussion is focused on structural and organisational issues regarding such a body, as well as the roles it can play, the risks involved and the key legal considerations.
Report
Report 504: Inquiry into procurement at Services Australia and the NDIA
This final report focuses on the award of a large contract to the ICT vendor, Salesforce, by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) for a new customer relationship and management software platform, known as the PACE system. Evidence received indicates that PACE has been working appropriately.