E-Procurement Resources

New South Wales Government
Commonwealth, States and Territories
Other Sites

New South Wales Government

www.construction.nsw.gov.au/e-procurement/
The NSW Government Electronic Procurement Implementation Strategy is a framework which supports the strategies in the NSW Government Procurement Policy and Construct NSW on the take up of electronic commerce in procurement and information technology in construction.  Implementation will realise significant efficiencies and benefits for both government and the private sector generally.

NSW Department of Commerce

www.dpws.nsw.gov.au
The NSW Department of Commerce is the NSW Government’s major source of expertise on asset management, procurement, construction risk management and the provision of sector-wide business support services.

www.dpws.nsw.gov.au/Tenders/Tenders.htm
This site provides current information about NSW Government Tenders and Expressions of Interest managed by the NSW Department of Commerce.

asset.gov.com.au/default.asp
Asset.gov is an online project management tool that enables all stakeholders in construction procurement and delivery projects to access, share, collaborate on all reviews and project management.

www.smartbuy.nsw.gov.au/
smartbuy® is a whole-of-government electronic marketplace developed by the Department of Commerce for New South Wales Government and its agencies and other authorised buyers and approved suppliers.  smartbuy® provides approved government suppliers a secure Government to Business (G2B) trading hub, where NSW government departments and other buying organisations can browse, select and purchase goods and services online.

www.oit.nsw.gov.au
The Office of Information and Communications Technology is the focal point of contact within the State Government for information and communication technologies and related matters.

Department of State and Regional Development

www.business.nsw.gov.au
The NSW Department of State and Regional Development works with business to develop Sydney and New South Wales as a leading investment and business location in the Asia Pacific.

electronic commerce for small business
This site outlines the advantages and issues raised by e-commerce to help business owners and managers to make informed decisions about introducing e-commerce into their businesses.  This site also includes case studies about NSW firms who have adopted some form of e-commerce.

Independent Commission Against Corruption

www.icac.nsw.gov.au
ICAC aims include the protection of public interest, prevention of breaches of public trust and to guide the conduct of public officials.  This website provides access to a number of publications relating to electronic commerce. 

Commonwealth, States and Territories

Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts 

www.dcita.gov.au/communications_and_technology
The Department provides policy and strategic advice to Government on drivers of the global information economy.

Australian Information Industry Association (AusIndustry)

www.ausindustry.gov.au
AusIndustry is the Commonwealth Government's principal agency for delivering information, programs and services which support industry, research and innovation.  AusIndustry does this by providing a range of commercial incentives and information services for Australian businesses.

APEC & Electronic Commerce

www.dfat.gov.au/apec/apec_ecom.html
This website assists in the dissemination of information relating to e-commerce and, more generally, designed to provide a contact point for informing readers about the wide and exciting range of electronic commerce initiatives being undertaken in APEC, and in other organisations, Governments and businesses around the globe.

Queensland Government

Department of State Development

www.sdi.qld.gov.au/dsdweb/v3/guis/templates/content/gui_cue_menu.cfm?id=4822
Provides a great deal of material assisting companies to make use of e-commerce.

Queensland Government Marketplace

www.qgm.qld.gov.au/
This site is a resource centre for Government officers who have purchasing responsibilities and for suppliers wanting to do business with the Queensland Government. 

South Australian Government

Centre for Innovation

www.centreforinnovation.org.au/
This site offers services to existing South Australian businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established organisations, as well as businesses in rural South Australia.  It includes extensive information and interactive forums on a diverse range of topics to suit a multitude of business and industry sectors.

Victorian Government

Small Business Victoria

www.business.vic.gov.au
This site provides small to medium businesses in Victoria with explanations and definitions, links FAQ’s and information on Government assistance available.

ACT Government

ACT Business Gateway

www.business.act.gov.au/investingincanberra/businessdevelopment/e-commerce/e-commerce_fact_sheets
The latest information on e-commerce for business in the Australian Capital Territory.

Northern Territory Government

The Department of Industries and Business

www.tbc.nt.gov.au/
This website has been established to assist business in becoming more competitive in the world market by providing programs and assistance to develop awareness and skills in electronic business.

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Other Sites

Australian Procurement and Construction Council

www.apcc.gov.au
Recognising the importance and urgency to Government and industry of the effective implementation of electronic commerce for Government procurement, the APCC developed the National Framework for Co-operation on Electronic Commerce for Government Procurement.  This, as well as a number of other useful publications, can be found on this site.

Gartner

www.gartner.com
Gartner Inc has a comprehensive body of technology knowledge.  A vital resource used by thousands of organisations, it helps decision-makers capitalise on information technologies and markets.

Australian Business Limited

www.australianbusiness.com.au
Australian Business Limited is a member-based business improvement organisation with extensive experience in advice, networking, support and advocacy.  The site has an e-commerce and IT issues tricks and tips page.

Australian National University

www.anu.edu.au/people/Roger.Clarke/EC
This site comprises a couple of hundred research papers and categorised links to many other sites.  It provides access to e-commerce resources.

United Kingdom E-Centre

www.gs1uk.org/
A one-stop-shop for providing help and advice on electronic commerce to UK organisations.  The website provides practical resources for companies wishing to explore the potential of doing business electronically.  This includes a database of suppliers, case studies and a full glossary of terms, as well as links to other resources that may be able to help those with particular requirements.

Enterprise Ireland

www.enterprise-ireland.com/english.asp
Enterprise Ireland brings together the key marketing, technology, business development and training initiatives which the Government of Ireland supports for the growth of Irish Industry.  It has a good site on ecommerce.

Centre for Research in Electronic Commerce

http://cism.mccombs.utexas.edu/
The CREC at the University of Texas is a leading research institution in the fields of Information Systems and Management, Electronic Commerce and the Digital Economy.  An interesting website for access to many articles.

Collaborative Electronic Commerce Technology and Research

www.collecter.org/
COLLECTOR is a joint venture by 22 universities around the world which, through a federation of research centres, provides both depth and breadth of expertise in Electronic Commerce.  This site links to many useful electronic commerce resources.