Stories by Lisa Banks

The role of CIOs in government will change in the wake of the Rudd government accepting government 2.0 taskforce reforms.

In an environment where better IT governance is seen as essential, a new report has warned governance around the cloud must be improved by both businesses and IT executives to ensure its future success.

Telstra was able to transfer their knowledge base and intranet to SharePoint through forming partnerships between the often segregated IT and business departments of the business.

Surf retailer City Beach has been nominated in the 'best use of technology' category at the inaugural online retail industry awards. The retailer will compete against a variety of retailers including Jeans West, Trixan Body, Jason L and Shoes of Prey.

The Commonwealth Bank has deployed a new intranet that focuses on social networking and collaboration.

Parramatta City Council has launched the ParraConnect project; a move intended to connect the City of Parramatta through a wireless CBD propsal and digital small business education initiative.

CIOs are being warned the 2010 FIFA World Cup will result in "explosive" new threats to online safety.

Malware, brand damage and loss of productivity are just a few of the consequences of social media use in the workplace CIOs need to be aware of, according to the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA).

The Sourcing Industry Awards were presented in Sydney this week with AMP and CSC being awarded the "best sourcing relationship" title.

Sharon Lowry from software company ComOps spoke with <i>CIO</i> about the IT skills shortage in the healthcare sector. The manager of workforce management solutions gave an insight into how both employers and employees can brave the storm when looking for the right IT talent.

The federal Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) is considering using cloud computing solutions in its electronic lodgement visa system.

VicRoads has implemented uniform licensing laws across the state on time and under budget thanks to taking a new approach to the vendor tendering process.

IBM will establish a Natural Resources Solution Centre (NRSC) in its Perth offices in an effort to reduce mining industry IT costs and improve workplace health and safety. The project is being launched in conjunction with the Energy Research Alliance (WA: ERA).

Rydges Hotel in North Sydney has rolled out ten iPads in its restaurant for an interactive food ordering system that places orders directly to the kitchen.

Leading cloud computing consulting and solutions provider, Sqware Peg, has announced a partnership agreement with Informatica Corporation.