2017 Australia's Digital Pulse Report to be released at CeBIT by ACS

THE Australian Computer Society (ACS), the professional association for Australia’s ICT sector, is launching the 2017 Australia’s Digital Pulse Report, prepared by Deloitte Access Economics, on Wednesday, May 24 during the CeBIT Conferencefrom 5pm to 7pm at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Darling Harbour, Sydney. 

The contribution of digital technologies to the Australian economy is forecast to grow from $79 billion in 2014 to $139 billion in 2020. 

This years’ Digital Pulse Report highlights the latest data, insights and megatrends on key issues in Australia’s ICT industry and digital economy, including ICT jobs growth, Australia’s ICT skills shift, cybersecurity and the economic policies needed to support and accelerate Australia’s digital transition. 

The event will discuss the Report’s major themes, and feature a panel discussion with influential voicesincluding, Angus Taylor MP, Assistant Minister for Cities and Digital Transformation, John O’Mahony, Deloitte Access Economics, NickO’Donnell, Director of Public Policy and Government Affairs, LinkedIn Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia, and Michelle Price, Chief Operating Officer, Australian Cyber Security Growth Network. 

The event is held during the CeBIT Conference.  

Event details: 

What:             ACS Australia’s Digital Pulse Report 2017 Launch

When:             Wednesday, 24 May 2017

Time:              5.00pm – 7.00pm

                      Registration opens 5pm, followed by pre-drinks and canapés from 5pm – 6pm

                                    Launch of Digital Pulse 2017 starts at 6pm

Venue:                        ICC, Main Showroom Floor, 14 Darling St, Sydney, NSW 2009

Speakers:       Andrew Johnson – ACS CEO

                      Anthony Wong – ACS President

                      John O’Mahony – Partner Deloitte Access Economics

                      Nick O’Donnell – Director of Public Policy and Government Affairs, LinkedIn Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia

                     Angus Taylor MP – Assistant Minister for Cities and Digital Transformation (video link)

                     Michelle Price – Chief Operating Officer, Australian Cyber Security Growth Network

 

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