On 1 December 2020, the following matter was referred to the Finance and Public Administration References Committee for inquiry and report by 31 October 2021:
The current capability of the Australian Public Service (APS) with particular reference to:
- the APS’ digital and data capability, including co-ordination, infrastructure and workforce;
- whether APS transformation and modernisation projects initiated since the 2014 Budget have achieved their objectives;
- the APS workforce; and
- any other related matters.
On 27 October 2021, the reporting date was extended to 25 November 2021.
The closing date for submissions was Friday, 26 February 2021.