How did a $33m immigration IT project deliver nothing? | The Front Page

How did a $33m immigration IT project deliver nothing? | The Front Page <!--mynz:youtube-chapters--> {"v":1,"chapters":[{"timeSeconds":0,"label":"Introduction to the Immigration Project","summary":"The video begins by introducing a $33 million immigration IT project that has yielded no results. It highlights that the Prime Minister has expressed a lack of confidence in public service delivery."},{"timeSeconds":13,"label":"$30m IT Disaster and Unanswered Questions","summary":"The segment introduces the concept of a $30 million IT disaster, raising questions about misleading information and the project's cost blowouts. It notes that the Prime Minister's confidence has been shaken."},{"timeSeconds":104,"label":"Report on Project's History","summary":"The discussion shifts to a report from an independent consultant, detailing a history of delays and defects in the project. The Immigration Minister, Erica Stanford, released this report."},{"timeSeconds":151,"label":"Increased Funding Requests and Scrutiny","summary":"The report reveals that funding requests increased from $35 million to $40 million. The project's viability and the process for approving further funding are under scrutiny, with a need for cabinet sign-off."},{"timeSeconds":242,"label":"Project's Purpose and Misleading Information","summary":"The project was intended to update New Zealand's identity management systems, including facial recognition and fingerprint scanning. However, officials allegedly provided misleading information about its progress and cost."},{"timeSeconds":338,"label":"Opposition Criticism of Government Handling","summary":"Opposition MPs, including Phil Twyford and Andrew Little, have criticized the government's handling of the project. They suggest that officials may have intentionally misled ministers to avoid scrutiny."},{"timeSeconds":399,"label":"Minister's Response and Public Trust","summary":"Minister Erica Stanford has stated that she was misled and believes officials involved should face consequences. She emphasizes the need for accountability and rebuilding public trust in government projects."},{"timeSeconds":490,"label":"Ongoing Investigation and Accountability","summary":"An investigation is underway to determine why officials provided misleading information and how the project's failures occurred. The minister is seeking to ensure such issues are addressed to maintain public confidence."}]} <!--/mynz:youtube-chapters-->