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Connectivity Now Vital as Power and Water
9 Oct
Summary
- Connectivity is now as critical as power or water for Australian businesses.
- AI adoption surged from 1% to 12% of businesses in less than two years.
- Resilience and adaptability are key competitive advantages in the real-time economy.
Connectivity is now recognized as critical national infrastructure in Australia, comparable to essential services like power and water. This shift reflects the increasing dependency of businesses on digital systems for daily operations.
Businesses are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence, with usage surging from 1% in 2022-23 to 12% in 2024-25. This digital transformation places greater demands on telecommunications networks.
Resilience, security, and continuity are becoming paramount business considerations, moving beyond purely technical aspects. Advanced capabilities like network slicing in 5G Standalone networks will enable tailored performance for diverse services.
As Australia navigates its next phase of economic growth, resilient digital infrastructure will be a strategic enabler for innovation, customer experience, and competitive advantage.
