ICT Opportunities of the Defence White Paper

Modern armed forces march on information

The realisation of network centric warfare (netric) requires the development of extensive ICT systems to support personnel and platforms in the frontline

Defence contracts represent a third of the Government's total ICT spend each year

Strategy changes in the defence ICT market are likely to have a flow on impact for other government agencies

Briefing Details

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Briefing Description

The Department of Defence and the Defence Materiel Organisation together represent the largest purchasers of ICT goods and services in Australia. In terms of the Federal Government market, Defence ICT procurement represents around 30% of all contracts reported, by value AND volume.

Over the last four years, Defence ICT purchases have been larger than the next three largest agencies (Centrelink, ATO and DIAC) combined. With the rapid implementation of Network Centric Warfare, the inherent level of ICT across all elements of Defence will continue to increase.

The Defence White Paper, in combination with the ‘Defence Strategic Reform Program’ and the ‘Defence Capability Plan’, sets out a rolling strategy and associated programs to achieve these. All have significant implications for the Australian ICT market.

Briefing Objectives

Intermedium’s Briefing on the Defence White Paper aims to demystify the acronym-rich Defence environment and offer key insights into Defence ICT requirements and supplier opportunities over the next few years.

Attendees will gain a high level view of the Defence Department and its business processes – how priorities are identified and funded, and where opportunities will arise.

Who should attend?

• Specialist defence systems suppliers;
• General ICT suppliers;
• Consultants;
• Business Development Managers;
• Department of Defence personnel;
• Department of Finance personnel; and
• Government representatives.

Briefing Speakers

Dr Allan Hawke

Dr Allan Hawke joined the Commonwealth Public Service in 1974 as an Administrative Trainee. He rose through the ranks to achieve roles as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Defence and also at the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. He was Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Keating, and Secretary of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, the Department of Transport and Regional Services, and at Defence.

After a period as High Commissioner to New Zealand, Allan retired on 27 February 2006 to become Chancellor of the Australian National University for a three year term.

Allan was appointed a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Public Administration in 1998 and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management in 1999 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to public service. In 2001 he became a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. The Australian Financial Review’s “Boss” Magazine, named him as one of Australia’s top 30 true leaders in its inaugural list in 2001.

Kyrill Brent

Kyrill Brent has had a rich 30 year career in public and private sector organisations. He has held roles as a technologist, architect, strategist, project manager and senior executive. Kyrill is sought after as an executive speaker and consultant with a focus on large scale, complex ICT issues and associated organizational reform.

Whilst at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade he managed the delivery and deployment of computer systems to some eighty countries worldwide. He has also been responsible for the establishment of the ICT function for a Federal agency and as Principal Consultant he was instrumental in the establishment of BHP Information Technology in Canberra. As the Manager Government Sector for BHP IT, Kyrill managed the delivery of systems integration to Federal and State government agencies.

As Assistant Secretary at the Department of Defence, Kyrill managed the development and delivery of applications for the Department, giving him a deep understanding of the range and depth of use of ICT within Defence.

Tim Conway
Head of Research
Intermedium

Tim’s lengthy and strategic involvement in the ICT industry spans business development, consulting, lobbying and research services.

Tim spent a number of years as Deputy Executive Director of the AIIA, where he dealt with government both in its capacity as a policy-maker/regulator and as a major customer. Tim established a consultancy, FACTOTUM Research, which assisted a range of ICT and other companies deal in the public sector market.

Tim has played key roles in establishing two start-ups, including securing venture capital support and transitioning in new management. Before joining Intermedium, Tim was responsible for Government Programs at Canon Australia.

Tim has degrees in Commerce and Law, and spent his early career as an economist in the resources sector and a ministerial adviser.

Kevin Noonan
Head of Consulting
Intermedium

Kevin is responsible for the delivery of Intermedium’s consulting services, and is a Federal Government ICT subject matter specialist. In this capacity, he is sought after as a strategist, executive speaker and media commentator.

Kevin has more than 30 years experience in government ICT, including ten years as a government senior executive and Chief Information Officer. Over this time he has held positions responsible for almost every aspect of ICT, ranging from technical infrastructure and major purchasing, through to policy and business change.

Drawing on his experience in more than six government agencies, Kevin brings a broad understanding of the ICT needs of government, as well as a deep background in many ICT disciplines.

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