On 16 August 2017, the following matter was referred to Finance and Public Administration References Committee for inquiry and report by 4 December 2017:

Digital delivery of government services, with particular reference to:

1. whether planned and existing programs are able to digitally deliver services with due regard for:
   1. privacy,
   2. security,
   3. quality and reliability, and
   4. value for money;
2. strategies for whole of government digital transformation;
3. digital project delivery, including:
   1. project governance,
   2. design and build of platforms,
   3. the adequacy of available capabilities both within the public sector and externally, and
   4. procurement of digital services and equipment; and
4. any other related matters.

The committee have agreed to accept submissions until 22 December 2017.  The report is due to be tabled on 4 December 2017. 

On 13 November 2017, the Senate granted an extension of time for reporting until 20 March 2018.

On 12 February 2018, the Senate granted a further extension of time to report to 14 May 2018.