Australia - National Broadband Network based on Trans-sector model

Synopsis

Trans-sector thinking will be required to guide us through the next stage of human evolution. In this report we draw attention to the importance of looking across sectors to create synergy. BuddeComm has previously discussed at length the opportunities within the ICT industries of utilising new telecoms networks for e-health, e-education, smart grids (managing renewables, saving energy), etc.

The Australian government is leading the world in trans-sector thinking. This report also discusses a new approach, which applies across infrastructure projects, and looks at the potential synergies between the building of roads, sewerage systems, water and gas pipe networks, as well as telecoms and electricity networks. It also covers the government’s initiatives announced since the National Broadband Network.

Table of Contents

• 1. Synopsis
• 2. Trans-sector awareness update 2010
  • 2.1 Sectors are starting to understand the benefits
  • 2.2 Commitment from the Prime Minister
  • 2.3 The NBN can pay for itself
• 3. E-Services in the context of national broadband
• 4. Introduction to trans-sector thinking
  • 4.1 Fragmented society requires cohesive leadership
  • 4.2 Problems in most silos
  • 4.3 National welfare depends on new ways of thinking
• 5. A matter of leadership
  • 5.1 Obama’s leadership - a catalyst for change
  • 5.2 Digital Economy Industry Work Group (DEIWG)
  • 5.3 Work in progress: political leadership
  • 5.4 Trans-sector thinking at highest levels in Australia
  • 5.5 Towards trans-sector government
• 6. Barriers to broadband adoption
• 7. We lack the structures to implement trans-sector visions
• 8. Multiplier effect for the NBN
• 9. Trans-sector regulation
  • 9.1 Regulations need to be rewritten
  • 9.2 FttH will change telecom models
  • 9.3 Utilities-based regulation
  • 9.4 Taking away blockages
• 10. Related reports