National vision

The National Robotics Strategy is a national framework to grow Australia’s robotics and automation ecosystem and realise the government’s vision: 

Australian industries are responsibly developing and using robotics and automation technologies to strengthen competitiveness, boost productivity and support local communities.

To achieve this vision, the strategy sets out goals and objectives organised around 4 themes that represent areas of focus. These goals and objectives call for a collaborative effort across Australia, supported by the active engagement of government, industry, researchers and the wider community. Outcomes show what success looks like, and we have proposed a series of indicators to track progress. Benchmarks will be set following the first periodic review. 

Strategy themes and goals

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National capability: Australia has a strong, collaborative robotics and automation ecosystem that is recognised for its strengths, has a thriving domestic market and exports globally.

Increasing adoption: Australian industries are supported to integrate robotics and automation technologies into their operations in ways that benefit Australian workers and communities.

Trust, inclusion, and responsible development and use: Robotics and automation technologies designed in Australia are safe to use alongside Australian workers, and are secure and inclusive by design.

Skills and diversity: Australians from all backgrounds contribute to and benefit from the development and adoption of robotics and automation.