The Federal Tech Strategic Alignment Forum
16 Feb 2027 • Canberra
Overview
Introducing Accelerate 2027, the practical Federal Government growth conference for tech suppliers looking to build, strengthen and sustain their presence in the federal market.
Presented by Intermedium, with support from Public Sector Network, the day begins with Intermedium's mid year breakfast briefing on federal priorities and investment signals. Plenary panels then explore digital, cyber and procurement priorities, before afternoon workshops help suppliers turn insight into practical account, market and partner strategies.
The way government buys, partners and delivers is changing. Greater investment discipline, stronger assurance, increased focus on reuse and internal capability, and new expectations for Australian business participation are reshaping how agencies engage the market. Digital transformation and artificial intelligence are also creating new of risk, transparency, cyber security, responsible data use and trusted delivery.
As a supplier to the Federal government, you must now demonstrate more than technical capability. Government buyers expect clear evidence, value for money, ethical conduct, resilience and credible performance across the contract lifecycle. How you deliver after contract award is as important as how you compete.
Join us in Canberra to understand the changing Federal market, identify new opportunities and strengthen your government growth strategy.
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Featured 2026 speakers
Simon Quarrell
Deputy CEO, Digital Investment Advice and Sourcing Division, Digital Transformation Agency
Judy Hurditch
Managing Director and Principal Analyst, Intermedium
Lee Hickin
Executive Director, National AI Centre
Sarah Polhill
Chief Information Officer, ACCC
Alana Lundy
Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Social Services
Suneetha Bodduluri
Chief Technology Officer, Service NSW
Stuart Watt
Chief Information Officer, Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Lance Oswald
Chief Information Officer, Department of Primary Industries, Queensland
Why attend?
Understand where federal government is moving
Get a clearer read on ICT, digital, procurement and policy signals shaping public sector opportunity.
Sharpen your government growth strategy
Turn market insight into stronger account planning, positioning, sales conversations and pipeline focus.
Navigate procurement, risk and trust
Learn what government buyers expect from suppliers before, during and beyond formal procurement.
Unify Sales and Marketing for Strategic Growth
Break down silos to deliver a cohesive, outcome-focused approach that builds credibility and influence across multiple public sector audiences.
Build better partner pathways
Connect with the hyperscalers, GSIs, consultants, distributors, resellers and SMEs that can help you grow in government.