2026 DIGITAL GOVERNMENT MATURITY INDICATOR
Has your jurisdiction shifted from digital readiness to execution?
Discover the new benchmark measuring how AI, cloud-native architectures, and Whole-of-Government platforms are transforming public sector delivery across ANZ.
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Evidence-Based Insights
Rigorous evaluation built on independent analysis of 2026–27 budget measures combined with direct input from Whole-of-Government Chief Digital Officers.
Comprehensive Benchmark
A single comparative view assessing Whole-of-Government digital maturity across all 10 Australian and New Zealand jurisdictions.
Recast Maturity Framework
Evaluates execution, scalability, and integration across 23 refined criteria, focusing on real-world impact rather than basic readiness.
Strategic Roadmap
Pinpoints critical capability gaps, WofG priorities, and technology funding flows for both public sector leaders and industry suppliers.
The essential 2026 strategic benchmark for ANZ public sector digital execution
The 2026 Digital Government Maturity Indicator (DGMI) is the landmark report from Intermedium that establishes the new benchmark for public sector digital transformation across Australia and New Zealand. As jurisdictions move beyond initial readiness, the 2026 DGMI provides an in-depth, comparative analysis across 10 evaluated jurisdictions and 23 criteria. The report examines how governments are actively funding, adopting, and enhancing enterprise platforms—spanning citizen experience, data-sharing ecosystems, cloud-native re-platforming, and AI safety—to deliver integrated, resilient public services.
SPONSOR
Technology1
Technology1 is dedicated to helping public sector jurisdictions accelerate their journey toward a mature, “digital by design” future. As Australia’s largest enterprise software company, we build deeply integrated, secure, and compliant Software as a Service (SaaS) ERP solutions that empower agencies to move beyond foundational enablers and fully embed data-driven processes into everyday governance. Our mission is to transform the business of government by simplifying complex operations, allowing agencies to place citizens firmly at the centre of service design and delivery, empowered by safe, compliant, Australian built AI, developed to deliver real efficiencies in real world environments. By leveraging our locally developed, secure cloud platform, governments can seamlessly bridge the gap between policy readiness and real-world maturity, driving proactive, trusted outcomes for communities across Australia and New Zealand.
SPONSOR
M&T Resources
M&T Resources is a trusted partner to government agencies and organisations throughout Australia, helping them build the digital, technology, and transformation capabilities needed to deliver better outcomes for citizens and communities. With deep expertise in business, digital, and technology workforce solutions, M&T Resources combines award-winning service with one of Australia’s strongest professional networks. Connecting government with the talent and expertise required to navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape. Driven by a purpose to help people and organisations achieve greater success, M&T Resources delivers through a people-first, values-led approach that supports public sector agencies in addressing critical capability gaps, strengthening workforce readiness, and meeting the evolving demands of modern public service.
The Basis for the 2026 DGMI
The 2026 DGMI's methodology evaluates how jurisdictions leverage AI, data, and modern digital architecture to fundamentally transform citizen service delivery. Intermedium scores each jurisdiction via extensive public domain research and validates findings through direct engagement with Whole-of-Government Chief Digital Officers (or equivalents).
- WofG Validation & CDO Feedback: Exposes draft scores to Whole-of-Government digital leaders across jurisdictions to confirm factual accuracy and capture critical context regarding underlying digital initiatives.
- Independent Budgetary Analysis: Independent classification of published 2026–27 budget measures across all agencies to isolate dedicated digital transformation funding from routine ICT maintenance and productivity upgrades.
- Public Domain Research: Rigorous evaluation of publicly available strategic documents, budget papers, legislation, and official government announcements across all 10 jurisdictions.
- Granular 23-Criteria Scoring: Evaluates execution across five weighted categories: Citizen Experience (30%), Funding, Governance & Leadership (30%), Re-platforming (20%), Data-Driven Services (10%), and Workforce (10%).
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