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2024 Knowledge Partners & Exhibitors

Global Government Forum’s  Partners have been selected for their expertise in specialist areas of digital government, supporting learning across sectoral and national boundaries

 

 

Our thanks to the AccelerateGOV 2024 partners listed below…

Platinum Knowledge Partners

AffinitiQuest delivers a comprehensive Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that enables the issuance and verification of digital credentials. AffinitiQuest’s Digital Credential Management Platform prioritizes accessibility, inclusivity, and interoperability by orchestrating seamless digital experiences that delight users while ensuring security and privacy.

The platform is a powerful tool for government organizations looking to modernize their digital service delivery. Our platform supports digital business transformation by streamlining workflows, simplifying integrations, and automating complex processes, allowing for more efficient and effective service delivery, ultimately helping organizations deliver better services to their citizens.  

AffinitiQuest’s platform is scalable and flexible, capable of adapting to the evolving industry standards, needs of government organizations and the citizens they serve.  Our platform is technology agnostic based on open standards including W3C Verifiable Credentials and ISO mDocs.

IBM is the global leader in business transformation through an open hybrid cloud platform and AI, serving clients in more than 170 countries around the world. Today 47 of the Fortune 50 Companies rely on the IBM Cloud to run their business, and IBM Watson enterprise AI is hard at work in more than 30,000 engagements. IBM is also one of the world’s most vital corporate research organizations, with 28 consecutive years of patent leadership.

Above all, guided by principles for trust and transparency and support for a more inclusive society, IBM is committed to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

Gold Knowledge Partners

For 16 years, Amazon Web Services has been the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. AWS offers over 200 fully featured services for compute, storage, databases, networking, analytics, robotics, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), mobile, security, hybrid, virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR), media, and application development, deployment, and management from 87 Availability Zones (AZs) within 27 geographic regions. Millions of customers—including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies—trust AWS to power their infrastructure, become more agile, and lower costs. The AWS cloud is uniquely positioned to provide scalable cost-efficient solutions for public sector customers to help them achieve their missions and increase collaboration across agencies and organisations.

Blueprint was founded on the simple idea that evidence is a powerful tool for change. We work with policymakers and practitioners to create and use evidence to solve complex policy and program challenges. Our vision is a social policy ecosystem where evidence is used to improve lives, build better systems and policies, and drive social change.

Commvault is the gold standard in cyber resilience, leading the charge to protect the world against ransomware and other cyber threats by helping companies reduce risk, minimize downtime, and control costs. The new Commvault® Cloud, powered by Metallic® AI, represents decades of innovation, industry leadership, customer trust, and a deep ecosystem of partnerships. It’s the only cyber resilience platform built for the hybrid world, offering the best data security for all workloads, anywhere combined with the rapid, enterprise-scale recovery. Commvault helps over 25,000 customers worldwide fight ransomware and achieve total resilience in face of tomorrow’s threats.


 

 

 

Converge Technology Solutions is a services-led, software-enabled, IT & Cloud Solutions provider focused on delivering industry-leading solutions. Converge’s global approach delivers advanced analytics, application modernization, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and digital workplace offerings to clients across various industries. Converge supports these solutions with advisory, implementation, and managed services expertise across all major IT vendors in the marketplace. This multi-faceted approach enables Converge to address the unique business and technology requirements for all clients in the public and private sectors. Our goal is to provide a trusted partner that brings together world-class solutions and services to help reduce costs, increase efficiency, and create competitive advantages.


Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) stands as a global leader in semiconductor technology, driven by the legacy of Moore’s Law. Their innovations are pivotal in powering worldwide advancements and improving lives. From cloud computing to edge devices, Intel embeds intelligence across various platforms to harness the transformative power of data. This commitment extends to Canada, where Intel’s chips underpin the nation’s technological landscape, supporting diverse sectors from personal devices to advanced medical equipment and supercomputers. With over 15 million Intel chips in operation daily, their impact on Canadian society, businesses, and government sectors is profound. For more on Intel’s transformative technologies, visit newsroom.intel.com and intel.ca.

Dell Technologies is your trusted, end-to-end technology partner. We can help you accelerate AI adoption and turn ideas into innovation, modernize your data centers and your workforce, and unlock the power of inferencing at the edge. With our market-leading technologies, powerful partner ecosystem, and proven record of helping our customers solve their biggest challenges, Dell is your innovation catalyst

SAS AI and analytics empower governments to navigate uncertainty and effectively address evolving public sector challenges. By leveraging advanced analytics, decision-makers can expedite the decision-making process while maintaining transparency in how decisions are reached. Crucially, SAS ensures robust data privacy and security measures, safeguarding constituents’ sensitive information.

Through harnessing data insights, SAS enables governments to enhance operational efficiency and achieve improved outcomes for individuals, families, and communities alike. This approach not only strengthens government effectiveness but also fosters a responsive governance framework capable of adapting to dynamic societal needs. By putting data to work, SAS facilitates informed policy-making and proactive interventions, thereby bolstering resilience and readiness in the face of complex public issues. Ultimately, SAS AI and analytics equip governments with the tools to create positive impacts at both macro and micro levels, promoting sustainable development and inclusive growth across diverse communities.

 

Workday Enterprise Management Cloud gives organizations the power to adapt through finance, HR, planning, spend management, and analytics applications. Move beyond ERP and deliver extraordinary results in a changing world

Qualtrics is a pioneering experience management software company, specializing in data collection and analysis to enhance decision-making across various sectors, including government. With a mission to help organizations manage and improve the four core experiences of customers, employees, product, and brand, Qualtrics leverages cutting-edge technology to provide actionable insights and drive impactful results.

The company’s robust platform enables government agencies in Canada to gather real-time feedback from citizens, streamline operations, and enhance public services efficiently. By utilizing advanced analytics and machine learning, Qualtrics empowers governments to foster transparency, accountability, and responsiveness, ultimately improving community engagement and satisfaction.

As a trusted partner, Qualtrics is committed to supporting Canadian governmental initiatives through innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of public sector organizations. Their dedication to experience management positions them as a key player in driving positive transformation within government through data-driven insights

Silver Knowledge Partner

Our single, global people platform for HR, payroll, talent, workforce management, and benefits equips Dayforce customers to unlock their full workforce potential and operate with confidence.

Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

IoTeeDom is an innovative leader at the forefront of the smart city revolution, delivering holistic solutions to confront the pressing issues that urban areas face. With cities accounting for 75% of global energy consumption and emissions, the need for inventive technologies and sustainable practices has become urgent. IoTeeDom is poised to drive this transformation, empowering cities to evolve into smarter, more resilient communities while improving the overall quality of life for their residents.

Our software solutions enable governments and international organizations to adeptly handle the enormous quantities of data required to tackle these challenges.

We accomplish this by employing our established data collection techniques and strictly adhering to data compliance standards.

As a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, SAP (NYSE:SAP) stands at the nexus of business and technology. For over 50 years, organizations have trusted SAP to bring out their best by uniting business-critical operations spanning finance, procurement, HR, supply chain, and customer experience. SAP Canada employs over 3,250 employees across six locations: Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Waterloo, Ottawa and Montreal. We support more than 7,000 customers and are home to SAP’s fourth largest SAP Labs driving innovation across all our product lines.

Link to: https://www.sap.com/canada/index.html

Bronze Partners

BDO Canada LLP is a leading provider of professional services to clients across a variety of sectors and segments. For over 100 years, our team has served communities across Canada through a comprehensive range of assurance, tax, and consulting services, complemented by deep industry knowledge. With over 5000 people across 100 offices in Canada, and more than 1,800 offices in 164 countries, BDO is well-positioned to assist clients with both domestic and global needs.

Visit www.bdo.ca to learn more.

Bronson Consulting has been Canada’s premier data and business consulting firm since 1991. Bronson offers a range of data expertise including data governance, assessments, and strategy, AI, GenAI, and predictive analytics to support the achievement of organizational goals. Their engaging team offers a unique combination of strong strategy and delivery skills with practical public and private sector experience. Bronson’s analytical expertise and software tools, including advanced AI and GenAI models, can provide you with the skills and tools you need to make informed analyses and decisions. Using best-in-class statistical, data science, and AI software, they can help you uncover the power of your data. Bronson’s tailored approach ensures that each project is understood and analyzed through the lens of all stakeholders and your organization’s strengths, shortcomings, and resource levels. Bronson’s team of consultants has the talent and expertise to meet the needs of your next project. Just ask. They’ll deliver.

CBN has been in the business of trust since 1897 when it started as Canada’s security provider. Our solutions bridge physical documents and digital applications. We apply the highest standards to the design, development, and integration of secure, leading-edge technology solutions for governments across the globe.

Carahsoft is The Trusted Public Sector IT Solutions Provider®. Our technology manufacturers and reseller partners are committed to providing IT products, services and training to support Canadian Government ministries and departments as well as Healthcare and Education organizations. As a leading IT distributor for Canada, Carahsoft holds several procurement vehicles including various SLSAs, GC Cloud Method of Supply, CSPV, Ontario VOR, Alberta SAs and has partnered with more than 130 reseller partners to meet the technology needs of Federal, Provincial, Municipal, Crown Corporations and non-government customers across Canada.

The Credivera Exchange, a digital trust service and technology leveraging digital credentials

Digital credentials are vital for digital trust services, workforce management, secure access, and supply chain management. Credivera’s verifiable, tamper-proof, and globally accepted digital credentials reliably improve onboarding of accredited individuals, management of logical and physical security controls, operational compliance through validation of role-based qualifications and real-time offboarding processes. Organizations with high regulatory, privacy, and security requirements using Credivera have seen increased productivity and better control over credential issuance, management and sharing. This solution ensures secure & reliable credential verification, alignment with regulatory standards and fosters interoperability across diverse sectors.

Click Networks is a trusted provider of innovative cybersecurity and network management solutions for the Canadian federal government. Based in Ottawa, Click Networks delivers secure and scalable solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients, helping to protect the nation’s critical digital infrastructure.

Deloitte provides audit & assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. Deloitte serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies through a globally connected network of member firms in more than 150 countries and territories bringing world-class capabilities, insights and service to address clients’ most complex business challenges. Deloitte LLP is the Canadian member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, which is a network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity.

At Deloitte, we are driven to inspire and help our people, organization, communities, and country to thrive. Our Purpose is to build a better future by accelerating and expanding access to knowledge. Purpose defines who we are and gives us reason to exist as an organization.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

Audit, Consulting, Financial Advisory, Risk Management & Tax services and reports | Deloitte Canada

Dun & Bradstreet’s Canada public sector team brings decades of experience in Master Data, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Vendor Management, Tax & Revenue and National Security to help you mitigate risk, support compliance, and foster growth.

  • Experienced partner to Canadian ministries, agencies, and Crown corporations
  • Trusted supplier to 90 percent of the Fortune 500
  • Over 575 million global business records
  • Detailed hierarchy information ranging from corporate legal hierarchies to analytically derived linkages based on brand and other associations

Enabling agencies, ministries, and institutions to leverage data and analytical insights that advance their mandates and help businesses thrive.

Fortinet is a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Our mission is to secure people, devices, and data everywhere, and today we deliver cybersecurity everywhere you need it with the largest integrated portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products. Well over half a million customers trust Fortinet’s solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry.

As a world leader in providing automated Identity Services, Gambit ID works with Government of Canada (GoC) organizations to successfully deliver Digital Transformation.

Our Gambit ID Check™ SaaS Identity Intelligence (I2) platform automates manual steps and empowers productivity. We currently offer configured, out-of-the-box, TBS Security Screening workflows, including support for the new TBS 330-61.

Gambit ID is also an RCMP-certified fingerprinting company, developing a revolutionary ability to capture applicant fingerprints using their own Smartphones for security screening purposes. This technology eliminates the need for applicants to travel to a fingerprinting office and reduces barriers to hiring from within remote communities.

Info-Tech Research Group is the world’s fastest growing information technology research and advisory company, proudly serving over 30,000 IT professionals.

We produce unbiased and highly relevant research to help CIOs and IT leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. We partner closely with IT teams to provide everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

Infosys Public Services Canada (IPS Canada) is a leading technology solutions provider, offering cutting-edge digital transformation and AI solutions to Canadian public sector organizations. We leverage and adapt our 40+ years of cross-industry experience to help public sector organizations modernize operations, streamline service delivery, and enhance the citizen experience. From AI-driven data analytics to cloud-based platforms, IPS Canada supports the Canadian government in embracing future-ready digital strategies, enhancing transparency, and improving public engagement. Our expertise in AI and digital solutions uniquely positions us to meet the complex and evolving needs of our clients. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace. Visit www.infosyspublicservices.com/Canada to learn more.

 

ITI is a leading Canadian IT solutions provider, offering tailor-made solutions to support customers in their technological transformation and enhance business competitiveness. The company relies on the contribution of over 500 employees to serve more than 1,700 medium and large enterprise customers in both the public and private sectors. It holds the highest levels of certification from the most important players in the sector, and stands out for its resolutely human approach to today’s technological challenges. As the largest IT solutions provider in Quebec and 9thin Canada according to the CDN 2023 ranking, ITI’s ambition is to become Canada’s IT leader, recognized as a relevant business partner for its customers in technological transformation. For more information, visit www.iti.ca.

JML Systems & Solutions Inc. specializes in business development and strategic technology positioning for companies aiming to navigate the Canadian Federal Government marketplace. With over 20 years of experience, they excel in aligning innovative technology with the federal government’s needs. JML leverages a vast network of technology partners, systems integrators, and specialists to deliver optimal solutions, focusing on creating predictable and successful outcomes for the Government.

KPMG, a leading employer in Canada, providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services, operates in over 40 locations with a workforce exceeding 10,000 people. Offering diverse professional services, KPMG is driven by core values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, and For Better. It is committed to impacting client, communities, and employees positively. Recognized as a top workplace, KPMG emphasizes diversity and sustainability, aligning its impact strategy with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

ManageEngine is a division of Zoho Corporation that offers comprehensive on-premises and cloud-native IT and security operations management solutions for global organizations and managed service providers. Established and emerging enterprises—including nine of every 10 Fortune 100 organizations—rely on ManageEngine’s real-time IT management tools to ensure the optimal performance of their IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, applications, endpoints and more. ManageEngine has 18 data centers, 20 offices and 200+ channel partners worldwide to help organizations tightly align their business to IT.

Where people, processes, and technology align – that’s the OXARO effect. We provide customized digital operations and cloud, digital, and organizational transformation consulting services to high-stakes, high-impact organizations. Previously RCGT Consulting, OXARO focuses exclusively on bringing the Canadian public sector leading tools and technologies while upholding stringent security, privacy, and compliance regulations.   

Our mission is to equip the public service with the tools they need to operate and maintain programs that increase the safety, health, and well-being of all Canadians, offering nationwide empowerment with dynamic solutions from modern government.

Payments Canada makes payments easier, smarter and safer for people living in Canada by providing secure and resilient infrastructure where payments are cleared and settled between financial institutions. We are a public purpose organization that owns and operates Canada’s payment systems, Lynx and the Automated Clearing Settlement System (ACSS), and are responsible for the by-laws, rules and standards that support these systems.

Pluralsight is the leading tech workforce development company that helps government agencies keep up with emerging technology, safeguard against cybersecurity threats and modernize legacy IT systems. Its Skills platform enhanced by artificial intelligence and machine learning enables IT leaders to build high-impact teams by benchmarking skills and creating individual learning paths to quickly upskill and reskill their IT workforce.

SimpliCity is a cloud-based website and data integration platform that simplifies digital information and service delivery for Canadian local, provincial, and federal governments. SimpliCity is a powerful headless CMS solution combined with an integration framework, staff console, and search tool that allows for the seamless exchange of data between internal organization line-of-business systems and externally hosted vendor products.

SimpliCity isn’t just about technology — it’s about transforming how governments interact with their communities, creating one front door for the public to access information and digital services. It empowers communications and IT teams to collaborate and achieve a single source of truth for content by combining effortless content management and publishing with omnichannel-ready data and API integrations. This approach fosters trust by providing better online access to information and services, streamlining employees’ tasks, and enabling more meaningful work.

SimpliCity is a Microsoft for Startups member and a 2024 FoundersBeta Top 100 Company.

StellarX, developed by OVA, is a cutting-edge platform in spatial computing, enabling users to create and experience realistic interactive and collaborative VR and Mixed Reality experiences without coding through a user-friendly, build-as-you-go interface. Leveraging Generative AI and Voice Assist, it facilitates co-creation of immersive virtual scenarios with AI assistance. OVA works closely with organizations to deploy scalable StellarX environments that improve employee engagement, training retention, and sustainability efforts. Serving sectors like defence, public agencies, and industry, StellarX’s clients include ArcelorMittal, the Royal Canadian Navy, Government of Canada, and Babcock. 

We are a leading strategic consulting firm based in Ottawa that provides independent advisory and digital transformation services. With over 30 years of experience working with public sector clients, our passion for quality and people has shaped us into a trusted brand for delivery excellence.

Tanium delivers the industry’s only true real-time cloud-based endpoint management and security offering. Its converged endpoint management (XEM) platform is real-time, seamless, and autonomous, allowing security-conscious organizations to break down silos between IT and Security operations that results in reduced complexity, cost, and risk. Securing more than 32M endpoints around the world, Tanium’s customers include more than 40% of the Fortune 100, 7 of the top 10 U.S. retailers, 8 of the top 10 U.S. commercial banks, all 6 branches of the U.S. military, and MODs and DODs around the world. It also partners with the world’s biggest technology companies, system integrators, and managed service providers to help customers realize the full potential of their IT investments. For more information on The Power of Certainty TM, visit www.tanium.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Wiz transforms cloud security for customers – including 40% of the Fortune 100 – by enabling a new operating model. Our CNAPP empowers security and development teams to build fast and securely by providing visibility into their cloud environments. With Wiz, organizations can prioritize risk and stay agile.

Efficiently Managing Government Correspondence with WorkDynamics

In government operations, handling diverse correspondence efficiently is crucial for effective service delivery. WorkDynamics offers a transformative solution: a Correspondence Management System tailored for government agencies. This robust platform streamlines the entire correspondence lifecycle, ensuring timely and appropriate actions for every communication.

Why Choose WorkDynamics?

  • Centralized Management: Manage all correspondence types through a single platform, enhancing efficiency and response times.
  • Enhanced Productivity: Automated workflows and smart assignments direct communications to the right department, reducing processing time and freeing staff for priority tasks.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Analyze correspondence trends to inform decision-making and improve citizen services.

Agencies using WorkDynamics report significant operational efficiency and customer satisfaction improvements.

The digital community partners will contribute their experiences and knowledge of digital government to the programme of events, workshops and the Digital Summit, helping to support learning between the private and public sectors.

They’ll present their relevant knowledge and expertise, and explain the lessons they’ve learned whilst promoting innovation within the government and business world and contribute discussions.

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