Join the DAG in 2024
We're calling for expressions of interest (EOIs) from Aotearoa New Zealand Digital Service Providers (DSPs) who would like to participate in the Digital Advisory Group or DAG for the next 12 months. Learn more about the DAG and how to apply.
Data Minimisation & Retention - Have Your Say
The Data Minimisation and Retention Focus Group is currently seeking feedback and submissions from interested stakeholders on the draft Data Minimisation and Retention: Best Practice Guidance for Australian Digital Service Providers. Feedback or submissions are requested by 8 November 2023.
ATO Corporate Plan 2023-24
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released its Corporate Plan for the year 2023-24. Here's our summary of the Corporate Plan.
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Version 5 of CDR Rules
The Australian Consumer Data Right (CDR) rules have officially been updated and will allow business consumers to easily share their data with more third parties, including software providers. Learn more about these changes here.
Taxation (Annual Rates for 2023-24, Multinational Tax, and Remedial Matters) Bill
DSPANZ provided a submission on the Taxation (Annual Rates for 2023-24, Multinational Tax, and Remedial Matters) Bill on 14 July 2023.
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2023 New Zealand Budget Impacts for DSPs
Here's our wrap-up of measures from the Aotearoa New Zealand 2023 Budget that may impact DSPs over the next few years.
2023-24 Australian Budget Impacts for DSPs
Here's our breakdown of the 2023-24 Australian Federal Budget and where measures may impact Digital Service Providers (DSPs) over the next few years.
COSBOA National Small Business Summit 2023
DSPANZ members and directors attended the 2023 COSBOA National Small Business Summit in Melbourne earlier in April. Here are our three key takeaways from the summit.
The Data Dilemma: What if data is more like uranium than gold?
For years, data has been espoused as the new oil, or gold - a resource of high value just waiting to be tapped into. But what if, instead, data is like uranium? A risky yet powerful resource.
2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy
The Expert Advisory Board appointed to develop the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy released a discussion paper for feedback in February 2023. DSPANZ provided a submission responding to the discussion paper to the Department of Home Affairs on 15 April 2023.
Privacy Act Review Report
The Attorney-General's Department released the Privacy Act Review Report on 16 February. DSPANZ provided a submission responding the report on 31 March 2023.
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What can DSPs expect from an updated Privacy Act?
The Attorney-General’s Department publicly released the Privacy Act Review Report and are currently asking for feedback to inform the government’s response to the report. There’s a lot of information to cover coming from the report, so we’ve put together a high level summary calling out some of the items Digital Service Providers (DSPs) should be aware about.
Method for Adjusting Wage-Based Allowances
We provided a submission on the Variation on the Commission's own motion on the method of adjusting wage-related allowances on 28 February 2023. Access a copy of this submission here.
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Strategy and Planning Day Outcomes 2023
The majority of DSPANZ Directors and staff met at our offices in Adelaide for annual Strategic Planning Day on 7 February 2023. Throughout the day, we acknowledged the growth of the association over the past five years and contemplated what the next five years may hold for the business software industry and therefore how DSPANZ evolves and meets the needs of our members.
Modern Awards Pay Database API Available March 2023
The new Application Programming Interface (API) for the Fair Work Commission’s Modern awards pay database is being released in the week of 20 March 2023. DSPs interested in using the API from March 2023 can register their interest by sending the Commission a letter of intent.
Security Spotlight: How Can Cybersecurity Be Improved in 2023
Following a stint of high-profile data breaches, security is back on the national agenda. And while it has long been a priority for DSPs, it's evident more needs to be done by both businesses and government to safeguard sensitive data. Continue reading to see how we can improve cybersecurity in 2023.
2022 Reflection & Happy Holidays from DSPANZ
On behalf of the DSPANZ Board and staff, President, Simon Foster, would like to thank our members and stakeholders for their support and involvement in our Association this year. DSPANZ would also like to wish our community a safe and happy holiday season.
What's Changed in ISO 27001:2022?
The anticipated update to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 has officially been released following the update to ISO/IEC 27002:2022 earlier this year. This update has seen minor changes to the requirements of the standard with more extensive clarifying changes made to the controls outlined in Annex A. Read more about that's changed and what this means for Digital Service Providers (DSPs) currently meeting ISO 27001.
Employment White Paper Terms of Reference Submission
We provided a submission to Treasury's constulation on the Terms of Reference for the Employment White Paper on 30 November 2022. Access a copy of this submission here.
Help Shape the Future of Classification on Industries in Australia
We provided a submission to the Australian Bureau of Statistics consultation - Help Shape the Future of Classification on Industries in Australia - on 25 November 2022. Access a copy of the submission here.
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AGM 2022 Outcomes
We held our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 26 October 2022 where three current Board Directors were re-elected and we welcomed two new Board Directors.
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2022-23 Budget Impacts for DSPs
The Albanese Government delivered their first Budget on Tuesday 25 October making it the second Budget we've seen this year. There were a few good wins for Digital Service Providers (DSPs) including continued support of the Modernising Business Registers program. Find our wrap up of the Budget for DSPs here.
Annual Report 2021-22
Our 2021-22 Annual Report is a reflection on the past year looking at the challenges and achievements while also providing an insight into what's coming up in 2023 and beyond for DSPANZ. Access a copy of the full report here.
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Consumer Data Right Rules Submission
We provided a submission to Treasury's Consumer Data and Digital Division on Consumer Data Right (CDR) rules on 14 October 2022. Access a full copy of our submission here.
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Your Future Your Super Measures Review
We provided a submission to Treasury's Superannuation Efficiency and Performance Unit on the Your Future, Your Super Measures Review on 14 October 2022. Access a full copy of our submission here.
NZ Digital Advisory Group (DAG) EOI
We're calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Digital Service Providers (DSPs) who would like to participate in the New Zealand Digital Advisory Group (NZ DAG) over the next 12 months. Learn more about the DAG and how you can submit your EOI.
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Technology Investment Boost Submission
We provided a submission to the Small Business Tax Unit on the Technology Investment Boost Consultation on 19 September 2022. Access a full copy of this submission here.
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Skills & Training Boost Submission
We provided a submission to the Small Business Tax Unit on the Skills and Training Boost Consultation on 19 September 2022. Access a full copy of this submission here.
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Webinar Week 2022 Key Takeaways
While we're packaging up the recordings and materials from Webinar Week, take a look at our key takeaways from the week!
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Digitalisation Of Business Processes Within Natural Business Systems
We are excited by the government's digital direction in both Australia and New Zealand and DSPs are interested in partnering with government agencies to see successful outcomes. To support the increasing collaboration between government and industry, DSPs require reliable, scalable and readily available digital solutions to support themselves and their end users. Read more about this here.
Paid Family & Domestic Violence Leave Submission
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Senate Standing Committees on Education and Employment's Fair Work Amendment (Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave) Bill 2022 Inquiry on 18 August 2022. Read more and access a copy of the submission.
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Consumer Data Right Explainer
We've put together a quick explainer about the Consumer Data Right (CDR) including an overview of CDR in Australia & New Zealand, the terms used in CDR, who the regulators are, why you should know about CDR and what DSPANZ is doing along with some links to further information.
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Our Peppol Service Provider Members
It's eInvoicing Week! As part of this event, we're helping DSPs and businesses learn more about getting involved with the Peppol eInvoicing network. Here you can find and get to know some our members who are Peppol service providers.
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What is Peppol: eInvoicing Week Webinar
Interested in learning more about Peppol and exactly what it's all about? Come and join DSPANZ to learn about the network from those currently operating in the Australian and New Zealand market as well as European providers. This is a free webinar that will run for approximately 40 minutes with time for questions afterwards.
eInvoicing Week 2022
The first ever eInvoicing Week will be running between 15 and 21 August 2022 featuring a series of awareness activities and events targeted at a business audience. Learn more about eInvoicing Week and how you can get involved.
New Zealand Budget 2022
The New Zealand Budget was delivered on 19 May 2022. While it mainly focused on cost of living, environment and health sector initiatives, there were some important initiatives surrounding Digital Service Providers (DSPs).
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Memorandum of Understanding on Strategic Cooperation Signed with EESPA
On 2 June, DSPANZ signed a strategic cooperation agreement with EESPA. Through this MoU, both organisations and their respective members will combine their forces and expertise to increase awareness and adoption of e-invoicing world-wide and to promote cooperation in important areas such as interoperability and advocacy.
The DCTCE Model
DSPANZ endorses a decentralised approach to electronic tax reporting and invoicing called the Decentralised CTC and Exchange Model (DCTCE). Find out more about the DCTCE Model here.
Statutory Review of the Consumer Data Right
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Statutory Review of the Consumer Data Right (CDR) on 23 May 2022. Access a full copy of this submission here.
CDR Non Bank Lending Sectoral Assessment
DSPANZ provided a submission to the Consumer Data Right Open Finance Sectoral Assessment for Non Bank Lending on 14 April 2022. Access a full copy of this submission here.
Tax Administration in a Digital World Submission
DSPANZ provided a submission to New Zealand's Inland Revenue Department on their Tax Administration in a Digital World issues paper on 22 April 2022. Access a full copy of this submission here.
RegTech Award Compliance Strategic Working Group EOI
The Attorney-General's Department is calling for Expressions of Interest from DSPs who are interested in participating in the RegTech Award Compliance Strategic Working Group (RACSWG). Continue reading for more information about the RACSWG and how to submit your EOI.
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Industry Newsletters
We've rounded up the government and industry newsletters that may be of interest to Digital Service Providers (DSPs). Find out more about these newsletters and how to subscribe below.
Planning Day Outcomes 2022
On 28 February the DSPANZ Board and staff met virtually for our 2022 Strategy and Planning Day. During the course of the day we conducted a 2021 review and analysis which provided the foundation to set the organisational goals and priorities for 2022, review the structure of our sub-committees and prioritise policy areas.
2022 Budget Impacts to DSPs
The 2022-23 Budget outlined some significant investments in Australia's Digital Economy Strategy along with other measures that will impact Digital Service Providers (DSPs). It was great to see DSPs directly mentioned in the budget papers in measures surrounding cash flow support and reducing red tape for small businesses. See our wrap up of the Budget here.
Industry Acronyms
In our industry there is an acronym for just about everything. While acronyms are meant to make it easier to remember, there are so many that it can become a little confusing. To help you out, we've pulled together as many acronyms and common terms that we could think of and put them on this page.
eInvoicing Factsheet and Communications Kit
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO), through working with the Champions Adoption Network Communications Committee (CANCC), have produced two resources on eInvoicing: a factsheet and a communications kit. Find out more about each resource and how you can utilise them here.
Accounting Software to Reduce ABS Survey Reporting Burden
On 16 February 2022, it was announced that the government is investing $20 million over four years for the Australian Bureau of Statistics to develop a new reporting application that will enable businesses to submit surveys from within their accounting software. Read more about how this project came about following work with DSPANZ and our members.
CDR Strategic Assessment & Expansion
In January 2022, Treasury released a report on the outcomes of the Strategic Assessment of the Consumer Data Right (CDR). Find a quick report summary and access our submission to the Strategic Assessment here.
Annual Report 2021
Digital Service Providers Australia New Zealand Annual Report for 2021. A full copy of this report can be accessed here.
Business eInvoicing Right & Supporting eInvoicing Adoption
On 14 December 2021, Senator Jane Hume announced that the Government are conducting a consultation on ways to support the business adoption of eInvoicing including the potential introduction of a "Business eInvoicing Right". Learn more about the consultation and how members can get involved in our response.
2021 Reflection and Happy Holidays from DSPANZ
Message from DSPANZ President, Simon Foster, reflecting on the year that was and wishing our members and community a happy holidays and all the best for 2022.
Towards a Digital Strategy for Aotearoa
We provided a submission to the Towards a Digital Strategy for Aotearoa consultation on 10 November 2021. A full copy of this submission can be accessed here.
SSAM Review 2021 Report
Following the first review of the Security Standard for Add-on Marketplaces or SSAM, DSPANZ worked to produce a report covering the history of the SSAM and the results of the review. Read about the report here.
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