Qantas halts work on frequent flyer IT system
The airline's new CRM system will be delayed, due to it costing more than double the starting price to finish.
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Victoria's HealthSmart system introduces 'safety risk' to patients
Victoria's statewide healthcare IT system has failed to achieve its goals, and has been criticised for putting patients at potential risk by administering wrong medications or incorrect doses.
E-health gets last-minute access change
The Australian Government has finalised its plans for its personally-controlled electronic health record (PCEHR) system with the release of a final Concept of Operations report, which contains significant alterations to how the proposed system will work, including a change in how health providers will be able to access medical information.
SA Health's journey to e-health
Implementing e-health services for an entire state is a daunting task, but, as South Australian Health manager for e-health services, Bill Le Blanc, has revealed, even the preparation steps are complicated tasks.
Vic healthcare to receive $15m tech boost
Victoria's healthcare system is set to benefit from technology with the launch of a $15 million Health Market Validation Program today, which will encourage the growth of small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) by providing grants for healthcare-related technology projects.
NSW Health Infrastructure seeks IT advice
NSW Health Infrastructure has put the call out for industry to provide ad hoc advice on its major projects, and establish a reference group for longer-term project oversight.
OAIC: Are our eHealth breach requirements enough?
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner has drafted its guide on how eHealth service providers must respond to data breaches, and is seeking public comment to ensure nothing is missed.
Tasmania searches for $1.8 million health information system
Tasmania is searching for a contractor to take on the task of creating a single, state-wide information system for the emergency departments across four hospitals, while delivering the five-year contract within $1.8 million.
NRMA, Coles tap Oracle for CRM, data warehousing
NRMA and Coles have chosen Oracle to help their businesses deal with customers and keep track of purchasing trends.
Local game industry on path for growth
Although some larger game development studios fell over in the wake of the global financial crisis, Game Developers Association of Australia (GDAA) president Tony Lawrence is confident that there's a lot of potential for the Australian gaming development industry.