Callaghan Innovation systems transition
Supporting the transition of Callaghan Innovation functions across MBIE.
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Project overview
- Current project status: Green - On track
- Delivery stage: In delivery
- Timeline: To 14 December 2026
- Approved whole-of-life cost: $7.00 million
- Spend to date: $5.30 million
- Risk profile assessment: Low
About the project
This initiative supports the transfer of selected Callaghan Innovation functions to MBIE. This includes moving people, technology, data, contracts, records and funding arrangements while maintaining continuity for research and development grants, tax-incentive support and innovation programmes. The transition also places business innovation services alongside MBIE’s wider business and intellectual property services. The project is supporting the transfer of Callaghan Innovation functions, systems and services to MBIE.
Current focus
Completing the transition and closing the project in an orderly way.
Latest update
The project is in its second and final year. Delivery remains on track and no return-to-green action is required.
Expected benefits
- Continuity of critical systems and services during the transfer of functions.
- A smooth transition for staff, partners and service users.
- Clearer ownership and support arrangements for transferred technology.
- Reduced disruption and operational risk as the transition is completed.
These benefits are extracted from the Benefits Realisation Plan.
Latest Change Request
Schedule: Extension Change in to dates for Project Closure from 20 July 2026 to 14 December 2026.
Project material
Published: 1 Jul 2025
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