Innovate Aotearoa

Event Details

Agenda

Wellington, 05 November 2024

All times in NZDT

8:00 am

Registration and Networking

8:55 am

Mihi

9:00 am

Welcome from Public Sector Network

9:10 am

Welcome from Event Chair

9:20 am

Ministerial Address

Harnessing the Power of Technology and Digital Strategy to Support Successful Progress

9:30 am

Government Keynote

Helping NZ Innovators See the Potential of AI Activation

Dr Stefan Korn (and AI team), Chief Executive Officer, Callaghan Innovation
Jen Cherrington, CIEO, Callaghan Innovation
Sarah Sun, Head of Digital and AI Whare, Callaghan Innovation

An overview of AI uptake in the broader R&D / innovation ecosystem
Encouraging (cybersafe) AI learning for all ages and stages
Hear more about the Callaghan Innovation AI Activator

Dr Stefan Korn (and AI team), Chief Executive Officer, Callaghan Innovation
Jen Cherrington, CIEO, Callaghan Innovation
Sarah Sun, Head of Digital and AI Whare, Callaghan Innovation

9:50 am

Government Keynote

South Australia Government’s Innovation Journey | Where are We Now and The Way Forward

Dr. Eva Balan-Vnuk, Executive Director | Government Chief Information Officer, Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Department of the Premier and Cabinet

Creating cultural change for innovation
Highlighting South Australia Government’s digital transformation journey
Discussing the challenges and opportunities for South Australia Government
Preparing students with technology skills for the future

Dr. Eva Balan-Vnuk, Executive Director | Government Chief Information Officer, Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Department of the Premier and Cabinet

10:10 am

Executing the Vision for Simple, Sophisticated, Secure Public Service

10:30 am

Panel Discussion

Future-Proofing Public Service: Prioritising Employee Wellbeing and Resilience

Suzanne Stew, Deputy Chief Executive, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
Bill Moses, Head of Corporate, Ministry for Regulation

Combatting fatigue in the modern day workforce
How technology can aid in reducing worker stress
What does resilience mean in public service today and how do we help employee’s in this area?

Suzanne Stew, Deputy Chief Executive, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
Bill Moses, Head of Corporate, Ministry for Regulation

11:00 am

Morning Tea and Networking Break

11:20 am

Digital Innovation and Citizen Experience

Welcome from Stream Chair

11:20 am

Data and Technology

Welcome from Stream Chair

11:30 am

Government Keynote Digital Innovation and Citizen Experience

Unlocking Excellence: The Power of High-Performing Teams in Public Service

Robert Te Moana, Director Māori Digital and Crown Relationships, The Department of Internal Affairs

Collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning to drive high performance and achieve objectives
Investment in leadership training and professional development programs to assist workers to excel in their roles
Create a diverse and inclusive workforce to harness the strengths of individuals and promote creativity and resilience

Robert Te Moana, Director Māori Digital and Crown Relationships, The Department of Internal Affairs

11:30 am

Government Keynote Data and Technology

Government Keynote: Solving Tomorrow’s problems today using AI

Jan Sheppard, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, ESR – Science for Communities

What key challenges can AI in government help address, and how can it contribute to solving tomorrow’s problems today?
How can organizations effectively leverage AI to anticipate future needs and make proactive decisions, shifting from a reactive approach that relies on historical data?
Why is it crucial for government entities to adopt AI technologies to look beyond the horizon and make informed decisions that will have long-term benefits?
What strategies and methodologies should be employed to ensure the responsible and ethical use of AI in government, especially when aiming to shape a future-focused decision-making process?

Jan Sheppard, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, ESR – Science for Communities

11:50 am

Digital Innovation and Citizen Experience

Citizen-Centric Design: Tailoring Digital Services to Meet the Needs of a Diverse Population

11:50 am

Data and Technology

Harnessing AI for Smarter Service Delivery and Operational Excellence

12:10 pm

Government Case Study Digital Innovation and Citizen Experience

Creating a More Inclusive Public Transport System 

Kevin Glynn, General Manager Customer and Digital Experience, Auckland Transport

What does inclusivity look like in the Digital Age
Spring boarding strategic alliances to share information and improve access across the board
Funding research and development of emerging technologies

Kevin Glynn, General Manager Customer and Digital Experience, Auckland Transport

12:10 pm

Government Case Study Data and Technology

Unveiling the Power of Data - Building Capability to Capture Meaning and Impact at NZTE

Bryan Ng, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

Develop robust data governance frameworks to ensure ethical use of data
Harnessing the potential of data assets with data analytics for evidence based decision making
Promote data literacy and skills to empower public services to effectively collect, analyse and interpret data

Bryan Ng, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

12:30 pm

Digital Innovation and Citizen Experience

Future-Proofing Government Services: Building Resilient Digital Infrastructures

12:30 pm

Data and Technology

Data Governance Strategies for Maximising AI Effectiveness in Service Delivery

12:50 pm

Panel Discussion Digital Innovation and Citizen Experience

Driving Excellence in Government Services and Programmes to Improve Customer Satisfaction

Shar Amner, General Manager, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Enterprise
Darren Lee, General Manager, National Contact Centre, Oranga Tamariki Ministry for Children

12:50 pm

Panel Discussion Data and Technology

Empowering Public Services through Strategic Advancements in Data and Analytics Capabilities

Elias Wyber, Program Director – Data and Reporting, Ministry for the Environment
Milica Zivanovic, Chief Data Officer, Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission

How data analytics is transforming the efficiency and effectiveness of public services.
The potential of AI and machine learning to enhance decision-making and resource allocation in government.
Measuring the impact of data and AI on public service delivery and citizen outcomes.

Elias Wyber, Program Director – Data and Reporting, Ministry for the Environment
Milica Zivanovic, Chief Data Officer, Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission

1:20 pm

Lunch and Networking Break

2:20 pm

Interactive Roundtable Discussions 

3:20 pm

Welcome back From Event Chair 

3:30 pm

Panel Discussion

Human-Centric Innovation: Shaping the Future of Government Services

Clive Manley, Chief Executive, Ruapehu District Council
Lefaoalii Auelua-Fonoti, CEO, MFIT, Government of Samoa
Andrew Nwosu, Chief Allied Health Scientific and Technical Professions Officer, Health New Zealand Te Whata Ora

Integrating technology to streamline processes to ensure all demographics accessibility
Transparent communication channels for better accountability and trust
Prioritising obtaining feedback from users for real time insights to adapt and improve
Tailoring services to the needs and preferences of all citizens

4:00 pm

Strategies for Inclusive Digital Transformation

4:20 pm

Digital Innovation: Catalyst for Economic Growth

Fostering an ecosystem of innovation to address challenges and drive success
Improving and investing in digital infrastructure and technology to support economic growth
Partnerships with research institutions and private industry to identify emerging technologies and opportunities for digital disruption

4:40 pm

Closing Remarks from Event Chair  

4:50 pm

Event Close

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