Operational Excellence Roadshow

Agenda

Wellington, 1 August 2024

All times in NZST

8:30 am

Registration and Tea & Coffee

8:55 am

Opening from Public Sector Network 

9:05 am

Welcome from Chair

Brian Davies, Manager Strategic Procurement, Department of Corrections NZ
Brian Davies, Manager Strategic Procurement, Department of Corrections NZ

9:15 am

Government Keynote

Developing and Executing a Clear OPEX Vision and Mission  – Assessing the Critical Components to Ensuring Operations Support Superior Service Delivery

Prashant Bakshi, Chief Customer Officer, New Zealand Qualifications Authority
  • Achieving the operational trifecta; advancing responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity.
  • Designing services with a citizen-centric approach and aligning operations to support the successful delivery for enhanced CX.
  • Aligning operations with the Opex vision and mission – providing a clear direction for decision-making and resource allocation and ensuring every action and initiative contribute to the vision’s success
  • Balancing competing and often urgent business priorities – developing discernment in what will make the most sustainable, long-term value to operational advancement

Prashant Bakshi, Chief Customer Officer, New Zealand Qualifications Authority

9:35 am

Partner Perspective: Unlocking Efficient and Effective Public Services: Building a Digital Government for New Zealand

Robert Bollard, PSM, Industry Principal – Public Sector, Pega

Join us as we address the imperative for effective public services amidst global economic uncertainty. Explore and learn from global digital thought leader Rob Bollard PSM who has been extensively recognised for his successful digital and transformational leadership within the Australian Government over 30 years.

Rob will share learnings on streamlining digital initiatives, driving efficiencies, and enhancing citizen experiences.

Let’s pave the way for more efficient and effective delivery of outcomes:

  • Setting up for success –Understanding the opportunity and building an effective business case.
  • Do more with less – Transforming quickly and deliver more cost effectively leveraging the power of intelligent automation.
  • Simplify and streamline projects design to fast track value, better navigate stakeholder complexity and support agility.

Robert Bollard, PSM, Industry Principal – Public Sector, Pega

9:55 am

Fireside Chat

Fireside Chat: Harnessing the Next Era of Emerging Technologies – AI, Automation, and Digital Transformation to Power Efficiency, Accuracy and Reduce Cost.

Jan Sheppard, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Environmental Science Research
  • AI’s impact on operational excellence – how can we harness emerging opportunities and advancements in AI technology while ensuring reliability, ethics, trust and transparency? 
  • Overcoming interoperability – how to effectively integrate various IT systems (cyber, data) 
  • Embracing digital technologies to streamline internal processes, improve data management, and enhance citizen interactions 
  • Transforming and automating processes for efficiency and a future ready public service 

 


Jan Sheppard, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Environmental Science Research

10:15 am

Short Break

10:20 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables: An interactive opportunity to collaborate  

Roundtable One: Creating services that prioritise citizens and coordinating operations to guarantee successful execution
Robert Bollard, PSM, Industry Principal, Pega & Jacob Hutchinson, Business Manager – Process Automation, Datacom

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Faciliated by Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Are you future-ready? Access to mission critical and citizen-centric information is only the beginning.
Paul Lamb, VP & General Manager ANZ, Iron Mountain & Mat Spratling, Commercial Director ANZ, Iron Mountain

11:05 am

Morning Tea and Networking Break    

11:25 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables 

Roundtable One: Creating services that prioritise citizens and coordinating operations to guarantee successful execution
Robert Bollard, PSM, Industry Principal, Pega & Jacob Hutchinson, Business Manager – Process Automation, Datacom

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Faciliated by Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Are you future-ready? Access to mission critical and citizen-centric information is only the beginning.
Paul Lamb, VP & General Manager ANZ, Iron Mountain & Mat Spratling, Commercial Director ANZ, Iron Mountain

12:10 pm

Short Break 

12:15 pm

Government Keynote

Government Keynote: Enhancing Process Optimisation - The Risks & Opportunities

Gavin Pearce, Director of Risk & Compliance, Reserve Bank of New Zealand
  • Risks of data-driven decision making  
  • Opportunities to embrace emerging technology  
  • The psychology of innovation risk

Gavin Pearce, Director of Risk & Compliance, Reserve Bank of New Zealand

12:35 pm

Partner Session

Partner Perspective: Risk-Free Digital Transformation: Boosting Public Services with Automation

For public sector organisations, successful digital transformation is essential yet challenging, often hindered by legacy technologies, IT skill shortages, and limited resources. By embracing process improvement and automation, these organisations can overcome these obstacles, ensuring more predictable and error-free operations.

 

Managed and automated processes enhance efficiency and compliance, crucial for public accountability and operational excellence. Case studies from the Victorian Government Department of Transport and Planning and the MBIE NZ Companies Office demonstrate how automation can streamline public services, reduce human error, and maintain high standards.

 

Implementing these strategies will help public sector organisations achieve sustained success and continuous improvement in their digital transformation efforts.

12:55 pm

Panel Discussion

Panel: Navigating The Realm of Workforce Planning, People and Change Management – Mastering Leadership and Driving a Culture for Successful Operational Transformation 

  • How can we build an agile and collaborative workforce to respond to increasingly complex and interconnected challenges in the future?
  • What strategies can we implement to equip the workforce to maximize the use and potential of data and technology?
  • How can we effectively identify skills gaps in the workforce and address them through capability development, reskilling, and upskilling initiatives?
  • What are the best practices for encouraging knowledge sharing and cross-departmental collaboration to cultivate a highly skilled and motivated team that fuels operational excellence?
  • How can we leverage performance measurement and accountability insights to identify areas for improvement and report on performance to drive accountability, transparency, and trust?

Jan Sheppard, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Environmental Science Research
James Mowat, Leader Sector Engagement, Land Information New Zealand
Bill Moses, Head of Corporate, Ministry for Regulation
David Gumley, Managing Director and Partner, ADAPTOVATE

1:25 pm

Closing Remarks from Chair 

Brian Davies, Manager Strategic Procurement, Department of Corrections NZ
Brian Davies, Manager Strategic Procurement, Department of Corrections NZ

1:30 pm

Networking Lunch   

Sydney, 6 August 2024

All times in AEST

8:30 am

Registration and Tea & Coffee

8:55 am

Opening from Public Sector Network 

9:05 am

Welcome from Chair 

Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global
Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

9:15 am

Developing and Executing a Clear OPEX Vision and Mission – Assessing the Critical Components to Ensuring Operations Support Superior Service Delivery

Renee Collins, Director Performance, Analytics and Business Intelligence, Northern Sydney Local Health District
  • Achieving the operational trifecta; advancing responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity. 
  • Designing services with a citizen-centric approach and aligning operations to support the successful delivery for enhanced CX. 
  • Aligning operations with the Opex vision and mission – providing a clear direction for decision-making and resource allocation and ensuring every action and initiative contribute to the vision’s success 
  • Balancing competing and often urgent business priorities – developing discernment in what will make the most sustainable, long-term value to operational advancement 

 


Renee Collins, Director Performance, Analytics and Business Intelligence, Northern Sydney Local Health District

9:35 am

Partner Perspective: Case management reimagined: efficient, flexible and future-proof

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian
  • MVP in 6 weeks, utilising existing systems of record
  • Empowers front line workers to drive for better outcomes: Front line workers can extend the process, within the process, where the circumstances require special attention
  • Private AI leveraged today to improve outcomes now and in the future

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian

9:55 am

Fireside Chat

Harnessing the Next Era of Emerging Technologies – AI, Automation, and Digital Transformation to Power Efficiency, Accuracy and Reduce Cost

  • AI’s impact on operational excellence – how can we harness emerging opportunities and advancements in AI technology while ensuring reliability, ethics, trust and transparency? 
  • Overcoming interoperability – how to effectively integrate various IT systems (cyber, data) 
  • Embracing digital technologies to streamline internal processes, improve data management, and enhance citizen interactions 
  • Transforming and automating processes for efficiency and a future ready public service

Devlin Bell, Chief Finance & Operations Officer, Premier’s Department and The Cabinet Office
Shan Sharma, Director, Process Excellence and Automation, Department of Customer Service

10:15 am

Short Break

10:20 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables: An interactive opportunity to collaborate  

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex & Joshua Commins, Account Executive, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Demystifying AI in Accounts Payable for Operational Efficiencies and Fraud Prevention
Facilitated by Wayne Beyrooti, Vice President Sales APAC, Basware

 

Roundtable Four: Leveraging Technology Without Leaving Our People Behind
Facilitated by Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

11:05 am

Morning Tea and Networking Break    

11:25 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables 

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex & Joshua Commins, Account Executive, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Demystifying AI in Accounts Payable for Operational Efficiencies and Fraud Prevention
Facilitated by Wayne Beyrooti, Vice President Sales APAC, Basware

 

Roundtable Four: Leveraging Technology Without Leaving Our People Behind
Facilitated by Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

12:10 pm

Short Break 

12:15 pm

Fireside Chat

Process Optimisation and Innovation: Advancing Efficiency, Accuracy and Speed to Elevate Service Delivery

Shan Sharma, Director, Process Excellence and Automation, Department of Customer Service
  • Leveraging data insights to identify bottlenecks within operations and potential efficiencies 
  • streamlining and optimising processes – identifying and eliminating redundancies, simplifying procedures, and improving the efficiency of service delivery. 
  • Leveraging innovative approaches in process reengineering to drive significant improvements in responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity. 
  • Collaborative governance – Breaking down silos and fostering communication and cooperation for coordination, effective policy implementation, and improved service delivery.

Shan Sharma, Director, Process Excellence and Automation, Department of Customer Service

12:35 pm

Partner Session

Risk-Free Digital Transformation: Boosting Public Services with Automation

Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex

For public sector organisations, successful digital transformation is essential yet challenging, often hindered by legacy technologies, IT skill shortages, and limited resources. By embracing process improvement and automation, these organisations can overcome these obstacles, ensuring more predictable and error-free operations.

Managed and automated processes enhance efficiency and compliance, crucial for public accountability and operational excellence. Case studies from the Victorian Government Department of Transport and Planning and the MBIE NZ Companies Office demonstrate how automation can streamline public services, reduce human error, and maintain high standards.

Implementing these strategies will help public sector organisations achieve sustained success and continuous improvement in their digital transformation efforts.


Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex

12:55 pm

Panel Discussion

CXO Panel: Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Eliminating Silos for Better People and Change Management – Mastering Leadership and Culture Curation for Operational Transformation and Excellence

  • How can we build an agile and collaborative workforce to respond to increasingly complex and interconnected challenges in the future?
  • What strategies can we implement to equip the workforce to maximize the use and potential of data and technology?
  • How can we effectively identify skills gaps in the workforce and address them through capability development, reskilling, and upskilling initiatives?
  • What are the best practices for encouraging knowledge sharing and cross-departmental collaboration to cultivate a highly skilled and motivated team that fuels operational excellence?
  • How can we leverage performance measurement and accountability insights to identify areas for improvement and report on performance to drive accountability, transparency, and trust?

Marina van der Walt, Deputy Secretary, Financial Management and Services, NSW Treasury
Craig Cooper, Service Director Drug and Alcohol, Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network NSW
Matthew Nicholls, Director Strategic Business Advisory & Finance, Department of Regional NSW
Wayne Beyrooti, Vice President Sales, APAC, Basware

1:25 pm

Closing Remarks from Chair  

Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global
Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

1:30 pm

Networking Lunch 

Brisbane, 7 August 2024

All times in AEST

8:30 am

Registration and Tea & Coffee

8:55 am

Opening from Public Sector Network 

9:05 am

Welcome from Chair 

Lauren Howard, Director Strategy, Engagement, and Workforce, Queensland Revenue Office
Lauren Howard, Director Strategy, Engagement, and Workforce, Queensland Revenue Office

9:15 am

Fireside Chat

Process Optimisation and Innovation: Advancing Efficiency, Accuracy and Speed to Elevate Service Delivery

Paul Hesford, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Department of Transport and Main Roads
  • Leveraging data insights to identify bottlenecks within operations and potential efficiencies 
  • streamlining and optimizing processes – identifying and eliminating redundancies, simplifying procedures, and improving the efficiency of service delivery. 
  • Leveraging innovative approaches in process reengineering to drive significant improvements in responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity. 
  • Collaborative governance – Breaking down silos and fostering communication and cooperation for coordination, effective policy implementation, and improved service delivery

Paul Hesford, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Department of Transport and Main Roads

9:35 am

Partner Perspective: Case management reimagined: efficient, flexible and future-proof

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian
  • MVP in 6 weeks, utilising existing systems of record
  • Empowers front line workers to drive for better outcomes: Front line workers can extend the process, within the process, where the circumstances require special attention
  • Private AI leveraged today to improve outcomes now and in the future

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian

9:55 am

Fireside Chat

Harnessing the Next Era of Emerging Technologies – AI, Automation, and Digital Transformation to Power Efficiency, Accuracy and Reduce Cost

James Smith, Director, Court Technology Services, Department of Justice and Attorney-General
  • AI’s impact on operational excellence – how can we harness emerging opportunities and advancements in AI technology while ensuring reliability, ethics, trust and transparency? 
  • Overcoming interoperability – how to effectively integrate various IT systems (cyber, data) 
  • Embracing digital technologies to streamline internal processes, improve data management, and enhance citizen interactions 
  • Transforming and automating processes for efficiency and a future ready public service

 


James Smith, Director, Court Technology Services, Department of Justice and Attorney-General

10:15 am

Short Break 

10:20 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables: An interactive opportunity to collaborate  

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex & Fraser Maguire, Senior Account Manager, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Expanding the Table: Through Place-Based Co-Design and Diverse Perspectives
Facilitated by Helen Burrell, Regional Engagement Lead, Advance Queensland

 

Roundtable Four: Cloud Assessment with the Well-Architected Framework: Strategies for Mitigating IT Risks and Enhancing Workload Efficiency
Facilitated by Peritos Solutions

11:05 am

Morning Tea and Networking Break

11:25 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables 

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex & Fraser Maguire, Senior Account Manager, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Expanding the Table: Through Place-Based Co-Design and Diverse Perspectives
Facilitated by Helen Burrell, Regional Engagement Lead, Advance Queensland

 

Roundtable Four: Cloud Assessment with the Well-Architected Framework: Strategies for Mitigating IT Risks and Enhancing Workload Efficiency
Facilitated by Peritos Solutions

12:10 pm

Short Break 

12:15 pm

Government Keynote

Vision for the Future: Setting Clear Goals for Operational Excellence in Government

Karl Frank, Executive Director Regulatory Services Policy, Performance and First Nations, Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works
  • Sharing Our Journey: Highlighting practical strategies and initiatives that have effectively ‘moved the dial,’ showcasing tangible progress and outcomes.
  • Developing and implementing a cohesive strategic plan that fosters alignment and direction amidst outdated systems and processes, ensuring systematic improvements.
  • Demonstrating how clear goals and collaborative leadership can elevate public service quality and operational effectiveness, fostering sustainable improvement.
  • Prioritising team morale, leveraging small changes to produce significant results in performance.

Karl Frank, Executive Director Regulatory Services Policy, Performance and First Nations, Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works

12:35 pm

Partner Session

Risk-Free Digital Transformation: Boosting Public Services with Automation

Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex

For public sector organisations, successful digital transformation is essential yet challenging, often hindered by legacy technologies, IT skill shortages, and limited resources. By embracing process improvement and automation, these organisations can overcome these obstacles, ensuring more predictable and error-free operations.

Managed and automated processes enhance efficiency and compliance, crucial for public accountability and operational excellence. Case studies from the Victorian Government Department of Transport and Planning and the MBIE NZ Companies Office demonstrate how automation can streamline public services, reduce human error, and maintain high standards.

Implementing these strategies will help public sector organisations achieve sustained success and continuous improvement in their digital transformation efforts.


Thomas Kohlenbach, Senior Product Specialist, Nintex

12:55 pm

Panel Discussion

CXO Panel: Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Eliminating Silos for Better People and Change Management – Mastering Leadership and Culture Curation for Operational Transformation and Excellence

  • Building an agile and collaborative workforce to respond to increasing complex and interconnected challenges in the future 
  • Equipping the workforce to maximise the use and potential of data and technology  
  • Identifying skills gaps in the workforce and addressing them through capability development, reskilling and upskilling initiatives 
  • Encouraging knowledge sharing, cross-departmental collaboration, investing in the growth and development of your workforce: cultivating a highly skilled and motivated team to fuel operational excellence 
  • Performance measurement and accountability: leveraging insights to identify areas for improvement and reporting on performance to drive accountability, transparency and trust 

Helen Burrell, Regional Engagement lead, Advance Queensland
Nicole Blackett, Director, Program Design and Insights, Innovation Division, Department of Environment, Science and Innovation
Tony King, Executive Director Innovation – Strategy , Department of Environment, Science and Innovation

1:25 pm

Closing Remarks from Chair   

Lauren Howard, Director Strategy, Engagement, and Workforce, Queensland Revenue Office
Lauren Howard, Director Strategy, Engagement, and Workforce, Queensland Revenue Office

1:30 pm

Networking Lunch

Victoria, 8 August 2024

All times in AEST

8:30 am

Registration and Tea & Coffee 

8:55 am

Opening from Public Sector Network 

9:05 am

Welcome from Chair 

Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global
Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

9:15 am

Developing and Executing a Clear OPEX Vision and Mission – Assessing the Critical Components to Ensuring Operations Support Superior Service Delivery

Christine Tipton, Chief Operating Officer, Sustainability Victoria
  • Achieving the operational trifecta; advancing responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity. 
  • Designing services with a citizen-centric approach and aligning operations to support the successful delivery for enhanced CX. 
  • Aligning operations with the Opex vision and mission – providing a clear direction for decision-making and resource allocation and ensuring every action and initiative contribute to the vision’s success 
  • Balancing competing and often urgent business priorities – developing discernment in what will make the most sustainable, long-term value to operational advancement 

 


Christine Tipton, Chief Operating Officer, Sustainability Victoria

9:35 am

Partner Perspective: Case management reimagined: efficient, flexible and future-proof

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian
  • MVP in 6 weeks, utilising existing systems of record
  • Empowers front line workers to drive for better outcomes: Front line workers can extend the process, within the process, where the circumstances require special attention
  • Private AI leveraged today to improve outcomes now and in the future

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian

9:55 am

Government Keynote

Government Keynote: Driving Public Sector Evolution: Inspiring Continuous Improvement and Innovation

Michael Deichsel, Director Business Integration and Improvement, People and Business Services, Department of Transport and Planning
  • Fostering a culture of continuous improvement in the public sector 
  • Driving operational efficiency and pioneering RPA integration 
  • Collaborative learning and knowledge exchange towards innovation 

Michael Deichsel, Director Business Integration and Improvement, People and Business Services, Department of Transport and Planning

10:15 am

Short Break 

10:20 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables: An interactive opportunity to collaborate

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Ben Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Leveraging Technology Without Leaving Our People Behind
Facilitated by Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

 

Roundtable Four: Organisational maturity in approach to mobility management: How do you compare and where are the opportunities to improve?
Facilitated by Paul Boutlis, National Sales Manager, Bluewater Control

11:05 am

Morning Tea and Networking Break    

11:25 am

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables 

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Ben Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Leveraging Technology Without Leaving Our People Behind
Facilitated by Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

 

Roundtable Four: Organisational maturity in approach to mobility management: How do you compare and where are the opportunities to improve?
Facilitated by Paul Boutlis, National Sales Manager, Bluewater Control

12:10 pm

Short Break 

12:15 pm

Fireside Chat

Process Optimisation and Innovation: Advancing Efficiency, Accuracy and Speed to Elevate Service Delivery

Sheetal Kapoor, Chief Financial Officer, Victorian Ombudsman
  • Leveraging data insights to identify bottlenecks within operations and potential efficiencies 
  • streamlining and optimizing processes – identifying and eliminating redundancies, simplifying procedures, and improving the efficiency of service delivery. 
  • Leveraging innovative approaches in process reengineering to drive significant improvements in responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity. 
  • Key to success on getting started with process optimisation and excellence for public sector organisations

Sheetal Kapoor, Chief Financial Officer, Victorian Ombudsman

12:35 pm

Partner Session

Risk-Free Digital Transformation: Boosting Public Services with Automation

Barry Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

For public sector organisations, successful digital transformation is essential yet challenging, often hindered by legacy technologies, IT skill shortages, and limited resources. By embracing process improvement and automation, these organisations can overcome these obstacles, ensuring more predictable and error-free operations.

Managed and automated processes enhance efficiency and compliance, crucial for public accountability and operational excellence. Case studies from the Victorian Government Department of Transport and Planning and the MBIE NZ Companies Office demonstrate how automation can streamline public services, reduce human error, and maintain high standards.

Implementing these strategies will help public sector organisations achieve sustained success and continuous improvement in their digital transformation efforts.


Barry Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

12:55 pm

Panel Discussion

CXO Panel: Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Eliminating Silos for Better People and Change Management – Mastering Leadership and Culture Curation for Operational Transformation and Excellence

  • Building an agile and collaborative workforce to respond to increasing complex and interconnected challenges in the future 
  • Equipping the workforce to maximise the use and potential of data and technology  
  • Identifying skills gaps in the workforce and addressing them through capability development, reskilling and upskilling initiatives 
  • Encouraging knowledge sharing, cross-departmental collaboration, investing in the growth and development of your workforce: cultivating a highly skilled and motivated team to fuel operational excellence 
  • Performance measurement and accountability: leveraging insights to identify areas for improvement and reporting on performance to drive accountability, transparency and trust 

AJ Karliner, Chief Procurement Officer, Victoria Police
Zane Zhao, Assistant Secretary, Digital Security and Operations, Department of Employment and Workplace Relations

1:25 pm

Closing Remarks from Chair   

Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global
Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training Facilitator, Intertek SAI Global

1:30 pm

Networking Lunch  

Adelaide, 21 August 2024

All times in ACST

8:30 am

Registration and Tea & Coffee 

9:00 am

Opening from Public Sector Network 

9:10 am

Welcome from Chair 

M. Ali Babar, Professor - School of Computer Science, The University of Adelaide
M. Ali Babar, Professor - School of Computer Science, The University of Adelaide

9:20 am

Scene Setter: Data-Driven Decisions: Unleashing Insights for Enhanced Service Efficiency

Peter Worthington-Eyre, Chief Data Officer, Executive Director, Office for Data Analytics, Department of the Premier and Cabinet
  • Harnessing data integration for comprehensive decision-making. 
  • Efficiency opportunities by identifying areas for operational enhancement through data analysis. 
  • Accuracy in action through utilizing data to improve service precision and reliability. 
  • Overcoming challenges with Strategies for navigating obstacles and maximizing the impact of data-driven decisions. 

Peter Worthington-Eyre, Chief Data Officer, Executive Director, Office for Data Analytics, Department of the Premier and Cabinet

9:40 am

Partner Perspective: Case management reimagined: efficient, flexible and future-proof

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian
  • MVP in 6 weeks, utilising existing systems of record
  • Empowers front line workers to drive for better outcomes: Front line workers can extend the process, within the process, where the circumstances require special attention
  • Private AI leveraged today to improve outcomes now and in the future

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian

10:00 am

Government Keynote

Government Keynote: An Integration Platform for SA Government

Luke Toop, Deputy Director, Strategy & Architecture, Department of the Premier and Cabinet
  • The vision for Integration of data, workflows and services across the public sector in South Australia 
  • Empowering agencies to achieve faster, cheaper and higher quality outcomes through mature, sustainable integration practices 
  • Progress on delivering the platforms, policies and governance bodies for a high-performing integration ecosystem 
  • What’s next: decentralised operational excellence in an environment with high governance, compliance and security requirements 

Luke Toop, Deputy Director, Strategy & Architecture, Department of the Premier and Cabinet

10:20 am

Short Break

10:40 am

Fireside Chat

Process Optimisation and Innovation: Advancing Efficiency, Accuracy and Speed to Elevate Service Delivery

Dr Shikha Sharma, Director of Business Improvement Technology & Chief Information Officer, Department of Human Services
  • Leveraging data insights to identify bottlenecks within operations and potential efficiencies 
  • streamlining and optimising processes – identifying and eliminating redundancies, simplifying procedures, and improving the efficiency of service delivery. 
  • Leveraging innovative approaches in process reengineering to drive significant improvements in responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity. 
  • Collaborative governance – Breaking down silos and fostering communication and cooperation for coordination, effective policy implementation, and improved service delivery

Dr Shikha Sharma, Director of Business Improvement Technology & Chief Information Officer, Department of Human Services

11:00 am

Panel Discussion

Panel: Navigating The Realm of Workforce Planning, People and Change Management – Mastering Leadership and Driving a Culture for Successful Operational Transformation 

  • Building an agile and collaborative workforce to respond to increasing complex and interconnected challenges in the future 
  • Equipping the workforce to maximise the use and potential of data and technology  
  • Identifying skills gaps in the workforce and addressing them through capability development, reskilling and upskilling initiatives 
  • Encouraging knowledge sharing, cross-departmental collaboration, investing in the growth and development of your workforce: cultivating a highly skilled and motivated team to fuel operational excellence 
  • Performance measurement and accountability: leveraging insights to identify areas for improvement and reporting on performance to drive accountability, transparency and trust

Angie Shafei, Dean of Business, Director (MBA, MHA), Flinders University
Richard Wortley, Manager BD – Workforce Capability Professional and Continuing Education, The University of Adelaide
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

11:30 am

Closing Remarks from Chair   

M. Ali Babar, Professor - School of Computer Science, The University of Adelaide
M. Ali Babar, Professor - School of Computer Science, The University of Adelaide

11:40 am

Networking Lunch 

Canberra, 15 August 2024

All times in AEST

8:00 am

Registration and Tea & Coffee

9:00 am

Opening from Public Sector Network

9:10 am

Welcome from Chair

Benjamin Bek, Associate Institute Director, ANU Institute for Space
Benjamin Bek, Associate Institute Director, ANU Institute for Space

9:20 am

Government Keynote

Opening Keynote: Cultivating Change: Operational Excellence through Digital Transformation of Program and Service Delivery

Sankaran Krishnaraj, Director General, Service and Program Excellence Directorate, Programs Branch, Agriculture and AgriFood Canada
Sankaran Krishnaraj, Director General, Service and Program Excellence Directorate, Programs Branch, Agriculture and AgriFood Canada

9:40 am

Government Keynote

Harnessing the Next Era of Emerging Technologies for Digital Transformation

Janine Bennett, Acting Assistant Secretary, Digital Business and Sector Engagement, Department of Health and Aged Care
  • Leveraging emerging opportunities and advancements in technology while ensuring reliability, ethics, trust and transparency
  • Overcoming interoperability – how to effectively integrate various IT systems (cyber, data)
  • Embracing digital technologies to streamline internal processes, improve data management, and enhance citizen interactions
  • Transforming and automating processes for efficiency and a future ready public service

Janine Bennett, Acting Assistant Secretary, Digital Business and Sector Engagement, Department of Health and Aged Care

10:00 am

Partner Session

Risk-Free Digital Transformation: Boosting Public Services with Automation

Barry Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

For public sector organisations, successful digital transformation is essential yet challenging, often hindered by legacy technologies, IT skill shortages, and limited resources. By embracing process improvement and automation, these organisations can overcome these obstacles, ensuring more predictable and error-free operations.

Managed and automated processes enhance efficiency and compliance, crucial for public accountability and operational excellence. Case studies from the Victorian Government Department of Transport and Planning and the MBIE NZ Companies Office demonstrate how automation can streamline public services, reduce human error, and maintain high standards.

Implementing these strategies will help public sector organisations achieve sustained success and continuous improvement in their digital transformation efforts.


Barry Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

10:20 am

Government Keynote

Government Keynote: Developing and Executing a Clear OPEX Vision and Mission – Assessing the Critical Components to Ensuring Operations Support Superior Service Delivery

Christine Tipton, Chief Operating Officer, Sustainability Victoria
  • Achieving the operational trifecta; advancing responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and citizen-centricity. 
  • Designing services with a citizen-centric approach and aligning operations to support the successful delivery for enhanced CX. 
  • Aligning operations with the Opex vision and mission – providing a clear direction for decision-making and resource allocation and ensuring every action and initiative contribute to the vision’s success 
  • Balancing competing and often urgent business priorities – developing discernment in what will make the most sustainable, long-term value to operational advancement 

Christine Tipton, Chief Operating Officer, Sustainability Victoria

10:40 am

Morning Tea and Networking Break

11:10 am

Fireside Chat

Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Eliminating Silos for Better People and Change Management – Mastering Leadership and Culture Curation for Operational Transformation and Excellence  

Christine Tipton, Chief Operating Officer, Sustainability Victoria
  • Building an agile and collaborative workforce to respond to increasing complex and interconnected challenges in the future
  • Equipping the workforce to maximise the use and potential of data and technology
  • Identifying skills gaps in the workforce and addressing them through capability development, reskilling and upskilling initiatives
  • Encouraging knowledge sharing, cross-departmental collaboration, investing in the growth and development of your workforce: cultivating a highly skilled and motivated team to fuel operational excellence
  • Performance measurement and accountability: leveraging insights to identify areas for improvement and reporting on performance to drive accountability, transparency and trust

Christine Tipton, Chief Operating Officer, Sustainability Victoria

11:30 am

Partner Perspective: Case management reimagined: efficient, flexible and future-proof

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian
  • MVP in 6 weeks, utilising existing systems of record
  • Empowers front line workers to drive for better outcomes: Front line workers can extend the process, within the process, where the circumstances require special attention
  • Private AI leveraged today to improve outcomes now and in the future

Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President - Public Sector APJ, Appian

11:50 am

Break

12:10 pm

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Andrew Magnisalis, Account Executive, Nintex & Barry Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Leveraging Technology Without Leaving Our People Behind
Facilitated by Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training, Facilitator Intertek SAI Global

 

Roundtable Four: You can have it all. Enhancing Service Excellence and Operational Performance for Government Agencies and have improved team morale and satisfied customers
David Gumley, Managing Director and Partner, ADAPTOVATE & Prue Humber, Head of Strategy and Program Management, Bendigo Kangan Institute (BKI)

12:55 pm

Lunch and Networking

1:20 pm

Roundtables

Concurrent Roundtables

Roundtable One: Exploring practical AI deployment: Enhancing process excellence to better deliver case management outcomes
Kal Marshall, Regional Vice President – Public Sector APJ, Appian

 

Roundtable Two: Scaling Digital Transformation in the Public Sector
Facilitated by Andrew Magnisalis, Account Executive, Nintex & Barry Cairns, Senior Solutions Engineer, Nintex

 

Roundtable Three: Leveraging Technology Without Leaving Our People Behind
Facilitated by Michelle Burnheim, Operational Excellence Training, Facilitator Intertek SAI Global

 

Roundtable Four: You can have it all. Enhancing Service Excellence and Operational Performance for Government Agencies and have improved team morale and satisfied customers
David Gumley, Managing Director and Partner, ADAPTOVATE & Prue Humber, Head of Strategy and Program Management, Bendigo Kangan Institute (BKI)

2:05 pm

Break

2:10 pm

Fireside Chat

Fireside Chat: Operational Excellence in Australia’s Largest Peacetime Logistical Exercise: A Federal Election

Natasha Scandrett, Assistant Commissioner, Australian Electoral Commission
Natasha Scandrett, Assistant Commissioner, Australian Electoral Commission

2:30 pm

Partner Session

Partner Perspective: Achieving operational excellence with low or no-tech solutions

Presented by Strategic Project Partners (SPP)
  • Public sector agencies exist to create public value for their stakeholders and communities, but limited resources and a complex operating environment often make this difficult to achieve
  • Heavy investment in technology is often thought to be the answer, but this can often distract and slow us down
  • So, what can we do when there is limited appetite or capacity for investment? In this presentation we focus on how operational improvements can come from low or no-tech ideas

Presented by Strategic Project Partners (SPP)

2:50 pm

Panel Discussion

Panel Discussion: Data-Driven Decisions: Unleashing Insights for Enhanced Service Efficiency

  • Harnessing data integration for comprehensive decision-making. 
  • Efficiency opportunities by identifying areas for operational enhancement through data analysis. 
  • Accuracy in action through utilizing data to improve service precision and reliability. 
  • Overcoming challenges with Strategies for navigating obstacles and maximizing the impact of data-driven decisions. 

Tammy Braybrook, Senior Director Data Capability and Analytics, Australian Maritime Safety Authority

Anthony O’Reilly, Director Business Intelligence, Improvement and Performance, Office of the Commonwealth Ombudsman

3:20 pm

Closing Remarks

Benjamin Bek, Associate Institute Director, ANU Institute for Space
Benjamin Bek, Associate Institute Director, ANU Institute for Space

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