The Tasmanian government is undertaking a state-wide digital industry and service transformation after it published a strategy in March that focuses on the community, the economy, and the government.
The objectives under the government header were to implement securely-managed government information and technology systems that are able to support efficient, joined-up public services; make evidence-led policy decisions; have a skilled and capable government workforce that are digital savvy; and consume cloud-based services.
"As the Tasmanian government's first strategy for digital transformation, Our Digital Future articulates a strong commitment to helping and inspiring Tasmanian people, businesses, industries, and government agencies through the initial, foundation-building phase," the strategy[1] [PDF] explained.
"Digital maturity means much more than embracing new technologies: It is an ongoing process of seeking out, adopting, and encouraging new ways of doing things, challenging and changing conventional practices. It means innovating to remove unnecessary costs and activities. It means putting citizens at the heart of everything we do."
The next step for the strategy came into force on Wednesday, with seven state government departments to begin transitioning financial systems to one provided by TechnologyOne.
"Transitioning seven government departments to the cloud will provide a foundation for us to emerge from COVID-19 stronger and will improve the resilience and safety of government held data and our cybersecurity footing," Minister for Science and Technology Michael Ferguson said.
"Our Digital Future sets a clear agenda for whole-of-government digital transformation and more strategic use of technology including cloud services. I'm pleased to see departments realise these opportunities and embrace the future so quickly."
It is expected the Department of Premier and Cabinet, the Department of Treasury and Finance, the Department of Education, the Department of State Growth, the Department of Primary Industries