Tag: APS

APS heavyweights sit out Microsoft Copilot trial

Posted on   |  by Justin Hendry
Two of Canberra’s biggest federal government agencies are sitting out a six-month trial of Microsoft Copilot while another 7,400-plus public servants put the generative artificial intelligence assistant through its...

Gig Guide: Biercuk leaves USyd quantum lab

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
Q-CTRL founder and chief executive Professor Michael Biercuk is stepping away from his role at the University of Sydney to fully commit to the global growth of his business....

Breaking down the policy decision-making silos

Posted on   |  by Professor Johanna Weaver
The Albanese government has shown a clear commitment to uplift Australia’s technology capability, but does it have a minister willing and able to lead a coordinated national effort?  Siloed...

Fostering talent that is hiding in plain sight

Posted on   |  by Alistair Gordon
The Australian Public Service in 2023 is faced with an extraordinary opportunity to reset its contribution to supporting the government of Australia and all Australians.  Four events occurring almost...

APSLabs could be the ultimate GovTech sandbox

Posted on   |  by William Scheer
The Australian government serves every individual and business that interacts with Australian laws and regulations. It is a massive and intricate conglomerate, encompassing diverse organisations with a multitude of...

Policy makers put on notice for responsible AI

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
Any use of artificial intelligence by government must demonstrate integrity, competence, and empathy while delivering a clear improvement in public services, according to new long-term guidance released by Finance...

Canberra to hire dozens of its own consultants

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
The Albanese government’s in-house consultancy will be up and running by the end of the year, with around 20 staff providing professional services and focusing on building capability and...