State and territory governments are predominantly responsible for delivering infrastructure or for implementing digital and innovation, rather than the Australian Government.95
States and territories have different levels of maturity when it comes to digital infrastructure and smart cities.
The Australian market is fragmented. There is an opportunity to develop a consistent vision, standard, ways of working and products.
The current inconsistencies have a direct impact on the productivity of the sector, the industry, governments and ultimately the community. This fragmentation can threaten multi-billion-dollar investments that are currently underway. Left unabated, these risks are likely to grow over time. They could entrench resistance and increase the cost of change, while limiting the benefits users receive from infrastructure.