VISON: That Australians enjoy an enhanced quality of life and share in the opportunities of a growing, globally competitive modern economy, enabled by technology.<\/p>\n
Countries around the world are investing heavily to take advantage of the significant economic and social opportunities that a digital economy can bring. Australia\u2019s ongoing economic success depends on our ability to harness technological advances to improve existing businesses, create new products and markets, and enhance daily life. A report by Data61<\/a> estimates that improvements to existing industries and growth of new ones could be worth $315 billion to the Australian economy over the next decade. Australia\u2019s Tech Future<\/a> details how Australia can maximise the opportunities of technological change by focusing on four key areas:<\/p>\n Under each of these elements, the agenda sets clear outcomes, identifies opportunities and areas that need further focus, and outlines corresponding Government plans of action. By working together we can ensure Australians can share in the opportunities of a growing, globally competitive modern economy, enabled by technology.<\/p>\n Digital technologies will deliver benefits across the economy and society <\/strong><\/p>\n The opportunities afforded by digital technologies are not constrained to technology\u2011based companies and start\u2011ups \u2013 they can add value across all parts of the economy. For businesses, these technologies have the potential to help develop new products, access new markets, work more efficiently and improve the bottom\u2011line, better target consumer preferences through use of data, and deliver safer working environments.<\/p>\n Agriculture <\/strong><\/p>\n While agriculture is one of the world\u2019s oldest industries, farmers are some of our best leaders in the uptake of new technologies. Self\u2011steering, GPS\u2011guided tractors and other high\u2011tech farming equipment have already become a normal part of farming in Australia, helping our farmers be more efficient and save on chemicals and other high\u2011cost inputs. Into the future, the combination of satellite technologies, drones and better use of data will deliver even more support for farmers making decisions on planting, fertilising and watering crops (see Yield Technology case study). Blockchain also holds the potential to transform supply chain management and biosecurity outcomes (see AgriDigital case study).<\/p>\n Australian manufacturers are using digital technologies to modernise their systems and processes (see Astor Industries case study). From robotics and artificial intelligence to advanced modelling software and 3D printing<\/a>, technology has become an integral part of doing business. Digital technologies will help Australian manufacturers thrive into the future, as they use 3D printers for rapid prototyping, collaborate with cloud\u2011based tools on component design and production and implement sensors connected using Internet of Things (IoT) technology to monitor production processes. These technologies help to ensure only the highest quality products leave the factory, while better use of data, including from customers about their experience, will be used to anticipate demand and inform new product development.<\/p>\n The resources and mining sector is undergoing an intense period of change as mining companies embrace digital technologies to drive productivity and improve safety. It is already commonplace to see driverless trains and trucks moving large volumes of iron ore around the clock in mines across Western Australia. Looking ahead, emerging technologies will become further embedded in mine operations. Technology such as 3D printing can be used to quickly deliver critical spare parts in remote locations reducing delays in production. Drones and sensors will be used to collect real time data, particularly in dangerous or inaccessible locations, and this will be used to support better planning and management of mining operations which will reduce the cost of extraction and improve the safety of mine workers.<\/p>\n\n
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Mining<\/h3>\n
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