Introduction
To achieve this vision, the NSW Government partnered with NSW Telco Authority to provide strategic advice on Tech Central's digital enablement. The Connectivity Advisory Services team was engaged to conduct a baseline connectivity analysis and identify the digital enablers necessary for Tech Central to thrive as a technology and innovation destination.
Challenge
The team needed to first conduct a comprehensive analysis of Tech Central's digital connectivity gaps. This involved assessing the technology needs and future aspirations of current customers and potential industries requiring ultra-reliable, low-latency, and high-capacity communications.
The connectivity analysis revealed that the current-state connectivity of the area did not align with Tech Central's ambitious goals. The district needs robust digital infrastructure to support its evolution into a global innovation destination. In response to this, the team conducted qualitative customer research and global best-practice analysis to define key digital enablers crucial for the success of innovation districts worldwide.
Solution
Leveraging its all-of-government expertise, NSW Telco Authority provided necessary strategic advice to enable the transformation of Tech Central into a global innovation destination. The advice emphasised the need for a collaborative, holistic and all-of-government approach to progress the strategic vision focusing on:
- identifying potential delivery partners
- recommending funding mechanisms
- estimating high-level costs and benefits, and
- proposing implementation timelines.
The advisory work underwent rigorous review and iteration through extensive consultation. Continued engagement with Tech Central stakeholders remains crucial for the success of the strategic vision.
Expected outcomes
The advice provided by the Connectivity Advisory Services team served as a roadmap for Tech Central's digital transformation. The work not only addressed current connectivity challenges but also laid the foundation for Tech Central to become a global innovation hotspot, attracting top talent, investments and innovative firms.