5 tips to mobilise Data Governance
Five tips to mobilise data governance Transitioning data governance from a framework to tangible outcomes can be challenging. To realise
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The Business Value of Enterprise Architecture
The Business Value of Enterprise Architecture Many business leaders still today have a rudimentary understanding of Enterprise Architecture (EA) as
Navigating Information Asset Register (IAR) Requirements
Navigating Information Asset Registers (IARs) and Their Impact on Your Organisation In an age driven by digital transformation, the importance
Digital transformation for not-for-profits
Digital transformation for not-for-profits It has never been more important to build a digitally capable, highly skilled and resilient not-for-profit
Priorities of CIOs in the next 12 months
Priorities of CIOs in the next 12 months according to GWI Chief Information Officers (CIOs) must tailor their resources and
Digital Trust: What is it, why is it important and how to build it?
GWI Managing Partner, Michelle Teis, shares her thoughts on why digital trust is so important for organisations and how they
Privacy Law Reform in the Digital Era – PAW 2023
This Privacy Awareness Week, the theme is Back to Basics It is a timely reminder that with the world of
Everything you need to know about Cyber Insurance
Are your information management practices hindering your ability to obtain cyber insurance? Cyber liability insurance is front of mind for
18 months of Climate Impact
GWI is proudly carbon neutral. Our commitment to being an environmentally conscious organisation runs deep. An independent assessment of our
5 trends to consider in your next technology roadmap
Gartner has released its annual list of Technology Trends for 2023. GWI details the top five strategic trends that businesses should consider in their roadmaps for 2023.
13 months of Positive Climate Impact – Ecologi Partnership
More than a year ago, GWI embarked on a partnership with Ecologi as a Climate Positive Workforce. Our team wanted
GWI Chief Executive Officer appointed Chair of Autism Queensland
GWI Chief Executive Officer, Neil Makepeace was unanimously appointed Chair of Autism Queensland on 24 November 2022. Neil has been
CQUniCares GWI Scholarship helps regional Queensland mum pursue dream of becoming a social worker
Emerald mum Andrea Clyne has been a rock for her family through tough times, and the CQUniversity social work student
6 Reasons Why Data Fabric Isn’t Just the latest industry buzzword
The opportunities to improve the way we work and maximise the value of data are continually evolving. Data Fabric is
Where do I start with data?
This would have to be one of the most asked questions of a data consultant. 99% of the time we enter a workplace to improve a client’s current data environment. They have identified the
The Importance of Data Due Diligence
The process of due diligence involves a comprehensive appraisal of a business by a potential investor to inform a final investment decision. It includes an assessment of the assets and liabilities, structure,
Creating lasting differences – EOFY Reflection
As we close out another busy financial year, we reflect on the challenges and achievements of the last 12 months. The GWI team remained highly adaptable
GWI announces new company to deliver data and digital transformations
National data and information advisory firm GWI has launched a specialist delivery arm as skills shortages in IT threaten to
How are new technologies changing information management?
Developments in technology are constantly changing the way we do business. Earlier this year, Gartner released a set of Top Strategic Technology Trends
Privacy measures should be proactive, not reactive
May 3rd – 9th is Privacy Awareness Week. There has already been a quantum of data breaches in 2021 which highlights just how
How data and technology are revolutionising the mining industry
Some say the mining industry was late to the party when it comes to innovation, but they’re catching up at a rapid
Data trends for member-owned banks
Operating in a fiercely competitive and highly regulated market, it’s critical that member-owned banks are on top of regulatory requirements and emerging trends. GWI has worked extensively with organisations
Why upskilling in data is critical for your business in 2021
In the last 12 months, businesses all over the world demonstrated their ability to adapt to a more digitally advanced
Does your business or project comply with our basic Human Rights?
It is easy to fall into the thinking that legislated human rights are merely symbolic, particularly in a country like
Digital Strategies – now is the time to review and refresh
The needs, demands and expectations of businesses and customers have drastically changed over the last 12 months, so has our
The Social Dilemma – what it means for corporations and their use of data?
Technology has impacted society in countless positive ways, but Netflix’s recent docudrama, The Social Dilemma, brings to light the scary side of
Effective Change Management in ERP implementation – what role do People play
Change is everywhere, whether we like it or not. Implementing Enterprise resource planning (ERP) projects call for significant operational changes
Delivering successful technology projects
Delivering successful technology projects is hard and many, particularly in the public sector, do not hit their deadlines, stay within
The silver lining of a global pandemic
It’s now been six months for many health services since rapidly rolling-out their virtual COVID-19 responses. Teams may be weary
Getting information and data right for New Industries
It became apparent during COVID-19 lockdowns that we are more technologically driven and capable than ever. This period has also
Supporting STEM careers for young girls
Founder of the Tech Girls Movement Foundation, Jenine Beekhuyzen, was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for her
EOFY Reflection: The Pandemic Year
As the financial year comes to another busy close, it’s an opportunity to reflect on the achievements and challenges of
What can we learn about privacy practices from the COVIDSafe – The Australian Government’s coronavirus tracing app?
It seems like everyone is talking about COVIDSafe, the Australian Government app that has been launched to help with coronavirus
Data Literacy – what difference does it make?
As consultants we have the privilege of working across a diverse range of industries and sectors with clients at all
Innovation in healthcare: navigating the next decade
If we’ve learned anything this past decade, it’s this — technology never stands still. And if the last 10 years
Deliver on promises, do the right thing: Building trust in a global trust crisis
The results are out and the findings are cause for both concern and action; the 2020 Edelman Trust Barometer has
Using data to drive impact: a guide for non-profits
Doing more with less; a goal for any business, nirvana for non-profits. In a sector where every dollar counts, where
Digital Transformation: Riding the wave of change
Haven’t we been in the grips of digital transformation since the 1950s? So, what’s different now? Ian Roderick explains how
Civic data trusts — what are they and why do they matter?
What makes a smart city, smart? Technology and data may be the enablers, but how to best balance the use
Data ethics: the bridge to better banking
Banking is undergoing a rapid transformation, with technology and data fueling a substantial shift in the way banks do business.
The future of healthcare is now
As the healthcare industry looks to shape its future with data analytics, artificial intelligence and precision medicine, our sector specialist
Data ethics starts at the top
The way an organisation handles its data says much about what it believes in and stands for. If organisations are
Saving lives: what if data governance sounded like this?
Does your organisation trust its data and information enough to base critical decisions on it? Access to timely and quality
Data governance: it’s time to mobilise.
It’s no surprise data management and operations are always changing. We’re constantly faced with new and exciting challenges — ever-evolving
Our coming of age
Milestones are measured by impact, not age. Late last year, GWI officially turned 10. But as Managing Partner and CEO
Tipping the scales
What a wonderful day International Women’s Day is! A day when the world unites to reflect on women’s achievements and
Put data at the centre of a city deal
Last week, the Queensland Government and Council of Mayors (SEQ) released a joint pitch to the Commonwealth Government for an
What is the difference between data governance and ‘red tape’?
Date governance often gets a bad rap. I regularly hear complaints about governance practices being overbearing and time consuming […]
What’s your approach to data ethics?
If ever there was a need to apply an ethical framework to decision making, it’s now.
My Health Record: the arguments for and against
The Australian Government’s My Health Record (MHR) initiative has sparked a wide ranging debate about individual privacy and data security
GWI sponsorship helps thousands of girls break into STEM
GWI is proud to sponsor a movement that is smashing the glass ceiling of the technology industry and changing the
Machine learning in child protection – the ethical and practical considerations
The rise of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) over the past decade presents a dominant disruptive force for
GWI celebrates women in ICT with Griffith University bursary award
GWI is delighted to announce the winner of the company’s Griffith University Women in ICT bursary for 2018. Bachelor of
Red flags to look out for when planning and delivering ICT programs
You’ve just gone through a robust procurement process and selected the vendor with the ICT solution that best meets your
GWI helping to bring domestic violence out of the darkness
GWI is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2018 Darkness to Daylight Challenge, a 110km overnight run that raises
GWI CEO set for annual Vinnies CEO Sleepout
GWI CEO Neil Makepeace will be sleeping rough under the stars once again to support the Vinnie’s CEO Sleepout in
The first 3 things to do in the event of a data breach
The destruction that can happen when an organisation experiences a data breach can be catastrophic. The longer it takes to
Preventing privacy issues – the role of a Privacy Impact Assessment
“Privacy is not just a compliance issue for the legal department. It should be a priority for everyone. You have