6-8 October 2026 / Melbourne, Australia

DXC at AELERT 2026 Conference

DXC is proud to be a Major Event Partner of the AELERT 2026 Conference

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AELERT 2026 Conference

Future Ready Regulation: Embracing Innovation, Leading Change and Strengthening Regulatory Systems

 

DXC is proud to be a Major Event Partner of the AELERT 2026 Conference, bringing together regulators, government agencies, industry leaders, researchers and technology specialists from across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.

 

As regulatory organisations face increasing complexity, evolving legislative requirements, rising stakeholder expectations and rapid technological change, the need for modern, trusted and future-ready digital platforms has never been greater.

 

Join DXC at AELERT 2026 Conference as we share real-world experiences in regulatory transformation and explore how organisations can modernise operations, improve compliance outcomes and responsibly adopt emerging technologies to strengthen regulatory systems.

Read our insights paper to find out more about the future of digital regulation and accountability.

DXC is proud to be a Major Event Partner of the AELERT 2026 Conference, bringing together regulators, government agencies, industry leaders, researchers and technology specialists from across Melbourne.
DATE
6-8 October 2026
2026
ADDRESS
Sofitel, 25 Collins St
Melbourne
LANGUAGE
English
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Session

Session

Discover how the Department for Energy and Mining (DEM), South Australia, partnered with DXC Technology to modernise mining and exploration regulation through the Minerals and Energy Regulation System (MERS), a single digital platform that streamlines regulatory processes, improves customer experience, enhances transparency, and supports investment.

 

This session will explore the transformation journey, outcomes achieved, lessons learned, and the future vision for digital and AI-enabled regulation.

11:50 a.m. – 12:25 p.m.

MERS: From Regulatory Complexity to a Digital Platform for Growth

11:50 a.m. – 12:25 p.m.

"MERS has transformed mining and exploration regulation from an intensive paper-based processes into a modern digital platform, improving outcomes for industry, government and South Australia, while laying the foundation for AI-enabled regulatory services of the future." 

Paul De Ionno, Executive Director, Regulation and Compliance, Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia

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Speakers

Simon Gallagher

Simon Gallagher

Consulting Partner, DXC Technology
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Jason Foster

Jason Foster

Director, Information Technology, Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia
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Simon Constable

Simon Constable

Director, Minerals Regulation, Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia
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