Intranet managers in the public sector are perpetually faced with the challenges of providing a comprehensive information and communication application to service a wide variety of stakeholders, often in disparate locations and with multiple agendas. Adding to this challenge is the complication of working with often limited funding based on Departmental priorities, restricting the scope and efficacy of options with which to create a comprehensive online resource.

However, there is an increasing recognition by intranet managers within the public sector that by prioritising the user, embracing emerging and often inexpensive methodologies including web 2.0 and implementing effective risk management and governance, they can produce an intranet that is as innovative and user-friendly as their private sector counterparts. 

This two-day conference will identify and explore solutions to the challenges that face intranet practitioners in the public sphere and suggest how to:

• Establish an intranet framework that prioritises content and usability
• Select the tools and technology appropriate to the unique needs of your organisation
• Negate risks and improve information privacy for key Government information
• Secure cooperation and buy in from key stakeholders to facilitate new opportunities with external parties