Innovate Aotearoa
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
Harnessing the Power of Technology and Digital Strategy to Support Successful Progress
9:30 am
Helping NZ Innovators See the Potential of AI Activation
Jen Cherrington, CIEO, Callaghan Innovation
Sarah Sun, Head of Digital and AI Whare, Callaghan Innovation
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An overview of AI uptake in the broader R&D / innovation ecosystem
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Encouraging (cybersafe) AI learning for all ages and stages
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Hear more about the Callaghan Innovation AI Activator
Jen Cherrington, CIEO, Callaghan Innovation
Sarah Sun, Head of Digital and AI Whare, Callaghan Innovation
9:50 am
South Australia Government’s Innovation Journey | Where are We Now and The Way Forward
- 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
10:10 am
Executing the Vision for Simple, Sophisticated, Secure Public Service
10:30 am
Future-Proofing Public Service: Prioritising Employee Wellbeing and Resilience
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?
Bill Moses, Head of Corporate, Ministry for Regulation
11:00 am
Morning Tea and Networking Break
11:20 am
Welcome from Stream Chair
11:20 am
Welcome from Stream Chair
11:30 am
Unlocking Excellence: The Power of High-Performing Teams in Public Service
- 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
11:30 am
Government Keynote: Solving Tomorrow’s problems today using AI
- 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?
11:50 am
Citizen-Centric Design: Tailoring Digital Services to Meet the Needs of a Diverse Population
11:50 am
Harnessing AI for Smarter Service Delivery and Operational Excellence
12:10 pm
Creating a More Inclusive Public Transport System
- 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
12:10 pm
Unveiling the Power of Data - Building Capability to Capture Meaning and Impact at NZTE
- 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
12:30 pm
Future-Proofing Government Services: Building Resilient Digital Infrastructures
12:30 pm
Data Governance Strategies for Maximising AI Effectiveness in Service Delivery
12:50 pm
Driving Excellence in Government Services and Programmes to Improve Customer Satisfaction
Darren Lee, General Manager, National Contact Centre, Oranga Tamariki Ministry for Children
Darren Lee, General Manager, National Contact Centre, Oranga Tamariki Ministry for Children
12:50 pm
Empowering Public Services through Strategic Advancements in Data and Analytics Capabilities
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.
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
Human-Centric Innovation: Shaping the Future of Government Services
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
Lefaoalii Auelua-Fonoti, CEO, MFIT, Government of Samoa
Andrew Nwosu, Chief Allied Health Scientific and Technical Professions Officer, Health New Zealand Te Whata Ora
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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