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Business Lobby Sets Out (Election) Wishlist

Media release – 9 February 2024 Political leaders urged to work with business to get Tasmania moving On Wednesday, Tasmania’s a number of major industry peak bodies met to discuss issues affecting Tasmanian businesses. TCCI CEO, and meeting organiser, Michael Bailey said that many issues were discussed. “Clearly, business conditions are challenging,” Mr Bailey said.…


Tasmanian Born Technologist Heads International Women’s Day Event

One of Australia’s most globally acknowledged AI technologists, technology communicators, andaward-winning technology CEO, Tasmanian born Amanda Johnstone, is returning to Tasmania in Marchas guest speaker at an International Women’s Day event for TasICT – Tasmania’s Peak Industry Body forthe Information, Communication and Technology sector.An award-winning entrepreneur for over 20 years, Amanda was just 17 when…


Embrace & Upskill

TASICT WELCOMES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT’S RISK-BASED APPROACH TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE  Although Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents significant opportunities to deliver economic and social benefits, the use of AI also introduces significant risks which need to be considered, according to the Tasmanian Peak Industry Body for the Information, Communication & Technology Sector, TasICT. In 2023, the Federal Government…


Outcomex wins Cisco ANZ Partner of the Year

During Cisco’s partner summit in Miami in late 2023, TasICT member Outcomex was awarded Cisco ANZ Partner of the Year. Outcomex is a multiple award-winning systems integrator, providing professional and managed services, including end-to-end IoT solutions. They set themselves apart with exceptional engineering and extensive industry experience, holding 30+ CCIEs. They hold multiple specialisations recognised…


Have a Cautious Christmas.

Media Statement 18.12.23 TIMELY REMINDER TO BE CAREFUL THIS FESTIVE SEASON TasICT, the peak body representing the local Information Communications Technology industry, is urging Tasmanians to be extra vigilant in the lead-up to Christmas. Many people conduct their Christmas shopping online and are eagerly awaiting parcels and packages in the coming week. It’s understandable that…


Statewide Wi-Fi Access Program (SWAP) enabling more Tasmanians to get connected on free public Wi-Fi

Tasmanian Government Media Release 16.12.23 More Tasmanians will be able to access free public Wi-Fi with the Rockliff Liberal Government expanding its Statewide Wi-Fi Access Program (SWAP).  This increased service will grow the free public Wi-Fi network in Tasmania to include more public hospitals, community health centres, Service Tasmania shops, libraries, departmental and regional offices.…