20 / Canadian Government Executive // Winter 2023 Sponsored Content Simplicity, Humanity, Security PERSPECTIVE In companies like Accenture and Amazon Web Services (AWS), it’s hard to take a step in any direction without tripping over the next best technology, but it’s the government focused teams like us that have the privilege of partnering with government to bring these technologies online for Canadians. Being excited about technology is one thing, but enabling its use and accessibility for all citizens is another task altogether. It’s a challenging time, however, for governments that are continually pressured to meet the growing expectations EMPOWERING THE CITIZEN SERVICES ECOSYSTEM IN CANADA: I was pleased to join our peers at the AWS Public Sector Symposium Ottawa on September 7th. This year’s participants, hailing from a broad array of government leaders and outside advisors represent thousands of skilled individuals in the technology sector. Our collective efforts contribute to the efficient delivery of services to Canadians today and tomorrow. Whether their work helps government develop better insights through data in the cloud, manage finances smoothly and efficiently across departments, or communicate directly to citizens through applications, Canada’s digital ambitions are enabled by our community. It is an exciting, but also challenging time to be working in the field of public sector technology. We are impressed by the success of our peers, our clients and our partners, and we are inspired by the opportunities for solutions on the horizon supported by technology like AI, blockchain, the metaverse, and quantum computing. BY MARK LAMBERT, Senior Managing Director - Canada Federal Public Service Lead, Accenture of citizens – tasked to activate the technologies of the future for some of the country’s most important services. This work is crucial and will not slow down. A strong and technologically advanced government is a key differentiator for Canadian companies, investors, and the global community, and is essential to drive economic productivity. Understanding the importance of digital citizens services in Canada’s broader economic outlook, I was inspired to share some insights from a global survey conducted by Accenture,
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