Sustainable Cloud Day
Join us on 28 Feb 2023 to explore the lifecycle of sustainable cloud computing
Cloud Week 2022!
During Cloud Week we bring you news, views and insights from the technology sector on what the next-generation of cloud computing will enable in the UK and identify the core challenges that might hinder growth of cloud-based innovation.
Cloud Climate Champions
This monthly #CloudClimateChampions series showcases the commitment of our members to a more sustainable net-zero future.
Cloud Leadership Committee
techUK members have elected a new Committee to set the strategic direction of the Cloud Programme for 2022-23
Cloud Podcast
In this episode of the techUK podcast we explore key issues around sustainability, cloud computing and the climate challenge.
Cloud Week 2021
techUK's #CloudFuture week featured news, views and insights from the technology sector on what the next-generation of cloud computing deployment will enable in the UK
Is the UK ready for the future of compute?
techUK works with our members to understand the convergence of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and cloud computing. This work builds on our cloud computing programme and quantum commercialisation campaign, and looks ahead to the "future of compute" review announced by UK Government in June 2022.
Upcoming events
techUK Report: Scaling cloud use securely and safely
techUK’s guide for business leaders explores how to scale cloud use securely, and examines the areas and question business leaders should discuss when deciding on a cloud provider
For more information please contact:
Sue Daley
Sue Daley
Sue leads techUK's Technology and Innovation work.
This includes work programmes on cloud, data protection, data analytics, AI, digital ethics, Digital Identity and Internet of Things as well as emerging and transformative technologies and innovation policy. She has been recognised as one of the most influential people in UK tech by Computer Weekly's UKtech50 Longlist and in 2021 was inducted into the Computer Weekly Most Influential Women in UK Tech Hall of Fame. A key influencer in driving forward the data agenda in the UK Sue is co-chair of the UK government's National Data Strategy Forum. As well as being recognised in the UK's Big Data 100 and the Global Top 100 Data Visionaries for 2020 Sue has also been shortlisted for the Milton Keynes Women Leaders Awards and was a judge for the Loebner Prize in AI. In addition to being a regular industry speaker on issues including AI ethics, data protection and cyber security, Sue was recently a judge for the UK Tech 50 and is a regular judge of the annual UK Cloud Awards.
Prior to joining techUK in January 2015 Sue was responsible for Symantec's Government Relations in the UK and Ireland. She has spoken at events including the UK-China Internet Forum in Beijing, UN IGF and European RSA on issues ranging from data usage and privacy, cloud computing and online child safety. Before joining Symantec, Sue was senior policy advisor at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). Sue has an BA degree on History and American Studies from Leeds University and a Masters Degree on International Relations and Diplomacy from the University of Birmingham. Sue is a keen sportswoman and in 2016 achieved a lifelong ambition to swim the English Channel.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2055
- Twitter:
- @ChannelSwimSue,@ChannelSwimSue
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Laura Foster
Laura Foster
Laura is techUK’s Head of Programme for Technology and Innovation.
She supports the application and expansion of emerging technologies, including Quantum Computing, High-Performance Computing, AR/VR/XR and Edge technologies, across the UK. As part of this, she works alongside techUK members and UK Government to champion long-term and sustainable innovation policy that will ensure the UK is a pioneer in science and technology
Before joining techUK, Laura worked internationally as a conference researcher and producer covering enterprise adoption of emerging technologies. This included being part of the strategic team at London Tech Week.
Laura has a degree in History (BA Hons) from Durham University, focussing on regional social history. Outside of work she loves reading, travelling and supporting rugby team St. Helens, where she is from.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- LinkedIn:
- www.linkedin.com/in/lauraalicefoster
