Empowering Local Government with AI-Driven, Secure Network Infrastructure
As the UK government advances council devolution and the shift toward unitary authorities, local governments are at a pivotal moment. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to modernise, streamline, and deliver smarter public services but only if the digital foundations are ready.
Join experts from Juniper Networks, techUK, and local government to explore how councils can seize this moment to drive digital transformation. We’ll discuss how intelligent, secure, and scalable networks can unlock collaboration, improve service delivery, and future-proof your organisation.
What We’ll Cover:
Local authorities are navigating:
- Structural uncertainty and siloed operations
- Budget constraints and pressure to deliver more with less
- Legacy systems and duplicated investments across merging authorities
- The need to align IT, procurement, and service strategy often without a clear starting point
Our panel will share practical insights on how an AI-driven network can simplify operations today while enabling smart, scalable growth for tomorrow. You’ll learn how to identify gaps, build a step-by-step roadmap, and modernise your infrastructure to support a connected, data-driven future.
Key Questions We’ll Explore:
- What are the biggest digital and operational shifts councils must prepare for in light of devolution?
- Is this change being seen as a cost-cutting measure or a real chance to modernise?
- How will devolution reshape procurement and IT processes across councils?
- What does a digitally prepared council look like under the new structure?
- How can intelligent networking and automation help councils deliver more with fewer resources?
Why the tech industry should attend:
This webinar offers valuable insight into the evolving needs of local government as devolution accelerates. It’s a unique opportunity for tech providers to understand where councils are heading, what challenges they face in modernising their infrastructure, and how innovative, AI-driven solutions can support scalable, secure service delivery. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of digital public services.
Why local government should attend:
As councils navigate structural change and increasing service demands, this session provides practical guidance on how to turn devolution into a digital transformation opportunity. Hear from peers and industry experts on building the right infrastructure, overcoming legacy barriers, and creating a clear path toward a smarter, more connected future for your community.
Georgina Maratheftis
Georgina Maratheftis
Georgina is techUK’s Associate Director for Local Public Services
Georgina works with suppliers that are active or looking to break into the market as well as with local public services to create the conditions for meaningful transformation. techUK regularly bring together local public services and supplier community to horizon scan and explore how the technologies of today and tomorrow can help solve some of the most pressing problems our communities face and improve outcomes for our people and places.
Prior to techUK, Georgina worked for a public policy events company where she managed the policy briefing division and was responsible for generating new ideas for events that would add value to the public sector. Georgina worked across a number of portfolios from education, criminal justice, and health but had a particular interest in public sector transformation and technology. Georgina also led on developing relationships across central and local government.
If you’d like to learn more about techUK, or want to get involved, get in touch.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2029
- Twitter:
- @GeorginaMarath
- Website:
- www.techuk.org/
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgina-maratheftis-0a002a102/
Ileana Lupsa
Ileana Lupsa
Ileana Lupsa is the Programme Manager for Local Public Services and Nations and Regions, at techUK.
Ileana studied electronics, telecommunications and IT as an undergraduate, followed by an MSc in engineering and project management at Coventry University.
She refined her programme management expertise through her most recent roles working in the automotive industry.
Ileana is passionate about sustainability and creating a positive impact globally through innovation.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @IleanaLupsa
- Website:
- www.techUK.org
- LinkedIn:
- www.linkedin.com/in/ileana-lupsa
Margot Stumm
Margot Stumm
Margot joined techUK in September 2022 as the Head of Events and Sponsorship, running the event programme for our flagship events, such as the techUK Annual Dinner, Defence Ethics Summit, Building the Smarter State etc
Prior to this role, Margot managed events and external affairs for the Centre for Policy Studies, a political think tank in Westminster and also worked at the D Group, a London-based business membership organisation, where she was responsible for the events programme, account management and business strategy.
She holds a BA in Technical Translation in English, French and Spanish from Paris 7 - Denis Diderot and a MA in International Relations from the London Metropolitan University.
Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, going to concerts and snowboarding.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 07432113600
- Twitter:
- @margot_stumm,@margot_stumm
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/margot-stumm-82ba15128
