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AI accountability and risk management in the public sector

BLOGS October 16, 2026

Beyond governance: Who answers for AI outcomes?

Modern aircraft rely heavily on automation, yet one person remains accountable for every flight. As AI becomes embedded across government services,...

AI governance, risk management and accountability across Australian Government agencies

BLOGS October 16, 2026

Does the Australian Government have its AI risk settings right?

The question is whether agencies’ practical AI risk settings i.e. what AI is allowed, under what controls, with what assurance, and with what...

Fraud risks and integrity monitoring across Australian government digital programs.

BLOGS October 16, 2026

Fraud without a breach: The emerging risk in digital Government programs

Some of the most interesting fraud cases emerging internationally suggest a different challenge may be taking shape and one that doesn’t involve...

Victorian Public Sector leaders navigating Silver Review reforms through program assurance and practical governance

BLOGS October 1, 2026

Navigating VPS Silver Review Reforms

The Silver Review has moved from policy to practice. As departments deliver restructures, absorb a new Cabinet and prepare for a November election,...

AI accountability and risk management in the public sector

BLOGS October 16, 2026

Beyond governance: Who answers for AI outcomes?

Modern aircraft rely heavily on automation, yet one person remains accountable for every flight. As AI becomes embedded across government services,...

AI governance, risk management and accountability across Australian Government agencies

BLOGS October 16, 2026

Does the Australian Government have its AI risk settings right?

The question is whether agencies’ practical AI risk settings i.e. what AI is allowed, under what controls, with what assurance, and with what...

Fraud risks and integrity monitoring across Australian government digital programs.

BLOGS October 16, 2026

Fraud without a breach: The emerging risk in digital Government programs

Some of the most interesting fraud cases emerging internationally suggest a different challenge may be taking shape and one that doesn’t involve...

Victorian Public Sector leaders navigating Silver Review reforms through program assurance and practical governance

BLOGS October 1, 2026

Navigating VPS Silver Review Reforms

The Silver Review has moved from policy to practice. As departments deliver restructures, absorb a new Cabinet and prepare for a November election,...

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INSIGHTS PAPER October 22, 2026

Poor Data Is Now One of the Biggest Risks in AML Programs

As AUSTRAC reforms reshape AML obligations, Australian financial institutions are facing a growing challenge: poor data quality. Learn why trusted...

BLOGS January 19, 2026

Protiviti's Perspectives on the Silver Review

This four-part blog series presents Protiviti’s perspectives on how the Victorian Public Service can turn the Silver Review from a cost‑cutting...

BLOGS January 19, 2026

Resetting the Victorian Public Service: What the Silver Review Means for VPS Leaders

Recent ransomware attacks and new SEC cyber disclosure rules have increased the focus on cyber resilience across nearly all industries. As a result,...

BLOGS January 19, 2026

Digitising the VPS: Shared Platforms, AI and the Responsibilities of Technology Leaders

Victorian Public Service (VPS) Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) face a defining moment with the Silver Review....

INSIGHTS PAPER October 22, 2026

Poor Data Is Now One of the Biggest Risks in AML Programs

As AUSTRAC reforms reshape AML obligations, Australian financial institutions are facing a growing challenge: poor data quality. Learn why trusted...

BLOGS January 19, 2026

Protiviti's Perspectives on the Silver Review

This four-part blog series presents Protiviti’s perspectives on how the Victorian Public Service can turn the Silver Review from a cost‑cutting...

BLOGS January 19, 2026

Resetting the Victorian Public Service: What the Silver Review Means for VPS Leaders

Recent ransomware attacks and new SEC cyber disclosure rules have increased the focus on cyber resilience across nearly all industries. As a result,...

BLOGS January 19, 2026

Digitising the VPS: Shared Platforms, AI and the Responsibilities of Technology Leaders

Victorian Public Service (VPS) Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) face a defining moment with the Silver Review....

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Silver Review Implications for VPS Financial Decision Makers: Guardrails, Savings and Financial Stewardship

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Assuring the Silver Review Reforms – The Critical Role of Risk Management and Assurance

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Navigating Australia’s cybersecurity frameworks obligations for government and critical infrastructure organisations: SOCI, PSPF, Essential 8 | Protiviti Australia

Navigating Australia's Cybersecurity Obligations: SOCI, PSPF and the Essential Eight – A Strategic Guide for Government and Critical Infrastructure Organisations

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Rethinking Grants Management Delivery in Australia’s Public Sector | Protiviti Australia

Rethinking Grants Management Delivery in Australia’s Public Sector 

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Australian Public Sector Integrity Frameworks: Rebuilding Trust Amid Ongoing Scrutiny

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Today’s leaders are moving fast to understand AI and select the right course of action, and the right talent, to implement it successfully in their organisations. At the same time, there are growing questions about the value and return on investment AI can deliver. Read and listen to our perspectives on these and other pressing…

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