The Federal government's ICT and digital landscape is changing fast - and the DTA's firm guiding hand is at the centre of this change. The second half of 2026 and beyond will see further work on how industry sells AI and digital services into Federal Government — from the next iteration of the technical standard to fresh guidance on agentic AI, to the post-review settings on whole-of-government arrangements and digital seller performance.
Join Chris Fechner, Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Transformation Agency, for an outline of what's coming next, and where industry can usefully lean in. Moderated by Judy Hurditch (Intermedium), with live Q&A.
What you'll hear about
- 2026 so far — a quick read on what the DTA has delivered this year, from the Major Digital Projects Report and SRO program through to the SSA review and refreshed AI policy settings
- The DTA agenda — what the DTA is working on and thinking about: the evolving technical standard and the AI work program through to year-end, along with what changes in assurance, oversight and procurement when agents act on government's behalf
- Next steps on seller arrangements and performance — the post-review changes industry can expect, and what good seller performance looks like under the new settings
- Where to lean in — Chris's view on where industry effort is genuinely valuable in the near term, and where it isn't
- Live Q&A moderated by Judy Hurditch
Speakers:
- Chris Fechner — Chief Executive Officer, Digital Transformation Agency. Leads the DTA's oversight of major digital investments across the APS, whole-of-government technology arrangements, AI policy and assurance, and the Digital Profession.
- Moderated by Judy Hurditch, Managing Director & Principal Analyst at Intermedium — Australia's go-to independent analyst on Federal government tech and digital, procurement trends and public sector buying behaviour.
Sponsor Government Innovation Week Federal (21-22 October)
As AI becomes more embedded in public sector workflows, many of the themes raised in the webinar are only becoming more important. That conversation will continue at Government Innovation Week Federal 2026, where Ian will also be speaking at Digital Leadership Day in Canberra.
Taking place in Canberra on 21–22 October 2026 at the National Convention Centre Canberra, Government Innovation Week brings together 100s of public sector professionals to explore how technology, strategy and leadership can help shape a more responsive and resilient government.
Across the week, the program will examine how AI, data and secure digital systems are redefining the way government operates and delivers value to citizens through:
- Digital Leadership Day | 21 Oct | Enquire
A day focused on leadership, strategy and capability, exploring how senior leaders can guide digital transformation, AI adoption and organisational change across government. - Government Innovation Showcase | 22 Oct | Enquire
A cross-government forum focused on practical innovation, showcasing how agencies are using AI, data and digital to improve citizen experience, strengthen decision-making and lift productivity. Government Cyber Security Showcase | 22 Oct | Enquire
A dedicated event for leaders and practitioners focused on cyber resilience, secure digital systems and the next steps in protecting government services and data.
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