Establishing a national Digital Economy Strategy and outlook for Australia’s digital future is imperative.
Understanding the role that technology plays and will continue to play in our economy is imperative for determining how we prepare ourselves across industry, government, education systems, and the community.
In doing so, it is also essential to ensure that the discussion remains framed by the broader Australian society, one that actively determines our digital future. Priority must be given to preparing Australian industry and society to be leaders in the application and development of digital technologies.
Key points from the submissions include:
- Strategies should be devised to harness and grow digital transformation expertise in all industry sectors including the biotech, financial, health and energy industries to enhance productivity and competitiveness;
- National leadership is required to ensure high quality digital network infrastructure and access availability across all of Australian society;
- Cybersecurity must be viewed as an enabler for our digital future by maintaining the highest of cyber security standards including the development of a highly professional cyber security workforce and a comprehensive education program for our citizens; and
Education sectors at all levels need to accept that the knowledge and competencies to understand and use information and communications technology are critical in our 21st century society.