Background
6. The ICT Taskforce, comprised of eleven private sector ICT entrepreneurs and leaders, was established in May 2002 as part of the Growth and Innovation Framework (GIF) theme of "focusing resources". ICT was identified for special attention because of its high growth potential as a sector and for its significant horizontal enabling effects across the economy (the "multiplier effect"). The taskforce was asked to look at both the growth potential of the New Zealand ICT sector and how to better realise its horizontal impacts. The aim was to agree priorities and develop action plans to stimulate the growth and international competitiveness of the ICT sector.
7. The taskforce released its final report in June 2003, Breaking Through the Barriers. This contained seven high level objectives with a number of specific supporting recommendations for both Government and industry. The taskforce has carried out an extensive consultation process with the wider ICT sector over recent months. This identified that, in the sector generally, there is a high level of approval of the taskforce's analysis and enthusiasm for the growth strategy, including the target.
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