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AIIA’s model framework for computer recycling receives positive support at Minister’s Industry roundtable
AIIA and a dedicated group of its environmentally focused hardware manufacturing members were invited to meet on Tuesday 13 June with Minister Ian Campbell, Minister for the Environment and Heritage, and government officials to discuss and develop a national scheme for the recycling of computer equipment. AIIA’s Environmental Special Interest Group - which is represented by members from leading Hardware manufacturers - presented a model framework for discussion to the Minister, senior government officials, and other hardware manufacturers not part of AIIA’s membership. Earlier, government and industry had agreed on a broad set of government objectives and key industry principles for product stewardship arrangements in relation to the recycling of computer equipment in Australia. While it was acknowledged more time needs to be spent in a collaborative approach to work thought the details of the model, the industry’s proposal as presented was well received by the Minister and government officials alike. “Yesterday’s meeting was a major step forward and we are very pleased that the Minister was clearly encouraged by the efforts we have made to drive a whole of industry solution,” commented James McAdam, General Manager of Strategy and Policy Services, AIIA. “While we acknowledge the Government’s claims that the devil will be in the detail, we are encouraged by the collegiate response that the government has shown to working with the industry to test our models,” he added. Over the past 12 months, AIIA has submitted a major proposal to the Environment Protection and Heritage Council (EPHC) - comprising state and federal environment ministers - which addressed the issue of ‘computer take-back and recycling’ in Australia. The proposal was followed by two subsequent revisions. The presentation made on June 13 was a further attempt by AIIA to address concerns expressed by key government stakeholders. AIIA is pleased that the Minister was clearly encouraged by the current documentation and further, by the effort that AIIA has made on behalf of the ICT industry and government to put forward another proposal that seeks to address such a key, whole-of-industry solution. Industry and Government representatives are scheduled to meet again in Sydney on 29 June 2006 to further progress the proposal. |
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AGIMO update
The government ICT market is the single largest ICT market in Australia, with approximately $6B spent each year. The month of June has seen AIIA very focussed on ensuring that the terms and conditions upon which this business is done are acceptable to suppliers. AIIA has provided reams of comments on new standard contracts; provided detailed input on a significant new tender; continues to be involved in discussions with various governments on key contracting issues; and is beginning to turn up the dialogue on “common contracting”. Read more |
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AIIA looking to create a reseller organisation
The Australian Information Industry Association already represents a small number of resellers in a broad sense by providing access to shared knowledge, industry influence and the opportunity to network with other members, however, AIIA is looking to create a special interest group for resellers. Read more |
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AIIA Marketing Events set to pose many questions… and answer even more!
What’s your opinion – are ‘Marketing’ from How can I achieve my big ideas on a small budget? How do I communicate effectively to my market? Read more |
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AIIA’s flagship ICT event for WA gives insight into Government’s ICT Strategies
AIIA staged a flagship event in Western Australian on Wednesday 21 June - the AIIA ICT WA Symposium. A unique forum, the inaugural AIIA ICT WA Symposium comprised a number of key representatives from major Western Australian Government agencies giving insight into their strategic ICT initiatives and procurement plans. Read more |
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Encouraging Entrepreneurship in the Australian ICT industry
Encouraging Entrepreneurship in the Australian ICT industry ICT business is advancing - are you? Enrolments now being accepted for the ‘Developing Business |
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iAward winner profile: Medtamic – ensuring better health outcomes for all Australians
Medtamic received the 2006 iAward for Healthcare for their ‘‘MD Analyze’ Clinical Information System.
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National ICT Skills Summit
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AIIA welcomes new members
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China FTA Update - the latest negotiation round: Beijing, 22-25 May 2006
A meeting was held recently in Beijing, China to provide an update on the Free Trade Agreement between Australia and China. There are a number of issues that have been identified in the FTA that can potentially impact the ICT industry. Given this, AIIA is compiling a submission to address these issues and encourage members to give your feedback of any trade barriers your business faces when doing business in China. |
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Follow up for Industry feedback on Export Financial Arrangements
The Department of Foreign Trade Affairs and Trade are conducting a review of the Export Finance Institute Corporation (EFIC). AIIA is interested in gaining member feedback regarding EFIC in order to gain a comprehensive understanding of the financial arrangement issues the ICT industry faces. Read more |
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AIIA signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Korean IT Promotional Agency (KIPA)
The AIIA has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Korean IT Promotion Agency (KIPA). Read more |
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Snapshot of the Korean ICT industry
The information and communications technology sector in Korea is a fast moving, dominant sector in the Korean economy. The ICT industry has been a major contributor to the country’s recovery from the financial crisis of 1997-98. With the active support of the government, Koreans have become early adopters of new technology while the country has developed an internationally focused hi-tech manufacturing industry. Read more |
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Export Events
13 - 15 July: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Pikom PS3 |
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AIIA Events
4 July and 2 August: Melbourne - AIIA Marketing Workshop Series |
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Other events
28 June, 2006: Sydney FITT June lunch - Inspirational Women: ‘Turning the light on for themselves’ |
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AIIA Statistical Challenge
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