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Jamie Harrison-Grundy, Net Zero Transition specialist at Accenture, highlights the need and benefit for tech companies to play a leading role in industrial decarbonisation.

Guest blog by Sakif Zafar, Senior Cyber Security Consultant at Littlefish

The Cross Justice Secure Mail, previously known as Criminal Justice Secure eMail (CJSM), has been in use for the last two decades and has enabled the communication of OFFICIAL information between assured public and private organisations.

The Human Machine Teaming (HMT) framework focusses on experimentation activity and small-scale procurement of Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS), enabling rapid iterations, across the full stack of potential capabilities.

This Sunday 21st April, the 44th London Marathon takes place. With a world record of more than half a million hopefuls that have applied, it has become ever important for participants to share their journey around the city’s landmarks with their friends and family. Of course, just relying on spotting a runner’s face or individual number on their chest amongst this many people would be difficult, so how do the organisers solcve this problem?

Deputy Prime Minister warns UK is in cyber and economic contestation with an increasing range of state and non-state actors.

Four UK trade associations have partnered to form the first Trilateral AUKUS Advanced Capabilities Industry Forum.

HCL Startup SYNC is launching an 18-week, retail specific cohort program in April 2024 for SaaS startups

One year on from the Wireless Infrastructure Strategy, what has been delivered? And where have we seen progress? Catch up on our webinar exploring more could be done to drive forward the delivery of 5G across all regions of the UK by 2030.

Secure heavily discounted tickets to VivaTech

On 15 and 16 April, techUK has organized a members delegation to the 8th edition of the UK-US SME Dialogue in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Free tool tech leaders can use to help secure the future of their business

Applications are open for KPMG's Tech Innovator Award.

On 10 April techUK was delighted to host a Mayoral Tech Hustings for the West Midlands.

On 9 April, techUK organised an expert Q&A session on nature and biodiversity considerations for the tech sector

With the growing prospect of the responsibility for large national IT programmes passing from the Home Office to policing, the way the service gets its technology looks set to change; Sharad Rathi, Operations Director and Public Sector lead at HCLTech, believes that how that technology is developed and delivered is at least as important as which public body is delivering it.

Guest blog by Sean Arrowsmith, Director of Industrials at NCC Group #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Richard Beck, Director of Cyber at QA #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Kristina Holland, Vice President Sales at RevBits #techUKOTSecurity

Guest blog by Simon Wiseman, Chief Technology Officer and Aaron Mulgrew, Solutions Architect at Everfox #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Nathan Tittensor, Director at tmc3 Limited #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Danielle Gauthier, Senior Marketing Product Manager at Dragos #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Balaji V, Niche Security CoE at Tata Consultancy Services Limited #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Trevor Dearing, Director of Critical Infrastructure at Illumio #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Suzanne Wharton, Cyber Security Consultant at AtkinsRealis #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Mark Brown, Global Managing Director, Digital Trust Consulting at British Standards Institution #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Sarah Blundell, Chief Operating Officer at CyberHive #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Peter Clapton, CEO at Vysiion #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Debi McCormack, Communications Director at The Cyber Scheme Limited #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Martin Christopher, Partner, Head of European IOT and OT Security Consulting at Wipro #techUKOTSecurity

techUK’s Cyber Programme is delighted to be holding our first securing Operational Technology (OT) security impact day to showcase how cyber companies are helping organisations to secure their OT and navigate the convergence of IT/OT systems.

Guest blog by Sean Tickle, Cyber Services Director at Littlefish #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Tony Burton, Managing Director Cyber Digital Solutions at Thales UK #techUKOTSecurity2024

Guest blog by Jules Farrow-Lesnianski, OT Director at Sapphire #techUKOTSecurity2024

A summary of the CMA's latest paper on AI Foundation Models (FM), and its plans to help encourage open, fair competition and good consumer outcomes in the FM sector.

The strategic partnership announced today, bolsters the UK Government's ambition to be world leader in AI.

Market forecast to be worth up to £1.74 billion by 2032

Guest blog by Nick Wilson... Digital transformation in the NHS is definitely more a marathon, than a sprint. ICSs represent the best opportunity in a generation to transform care, but to seize this opportunity, change is required.

Guest blog by Barley Laing... Today, people don’t expect anything less than a standout customer experience when purchasing goods and services via apps and websites. It’s something they are conditioned to after many years of online shopping. Therefore, it’s imperative that those in the public sector deliver a strong web-based experience to taxpayers.

Guest blog by Kate Daniels and Dan Sofer...The public sector stands at a crossroads, where the continuous outflow of talent and the struggle to retain it poses a significant challenge.

Guest blog by Martin McFadyen... The tech sector can play an invaluable role in making a difference to communities. From tackling the problem of digital exclusion to upskilling the next generation of the workforce, tech companies have the expertise and resource to make a difference.

Guest blog by Preeti...In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21st century, the intersection of technology and public service heralds an era of unprecedented transformation. As we step into Digital Transformation in the Public Sector Week - 2024, the spotlight intensifies on the United Kingdom's commitment to revolutionize its governmental services.

Breakthroughs in identity technology are making international travel more secure and more convenient at lower cost, says Jon Payne, Director Government Relations at Entrust.

Read our update from the Tech7 meeting in Rome

If you are a UK business in the Defence & Security sector who is already exporting or looking to start exporting, the UKDSE Export Faculty is your first port of call.

On 19 March, techUK partnered with Equinix to organise a cross-industry panel discussion on the potential benefits and challenges of data centre heat export in the UK.

Catch-up on the discussions at techUK’s 2024 policy leadership conference, including keynote speakers from the Government, the Labour Party and a wide range of experts and thought leaders across the tech sector.

This March, techUK was delighted to kick off our newly formed partnership with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) with a roundtable discussion on the use of artificial intelligence by fire and rescue services.

To maintain the momentum from the AI Roundtable (link) and to aid National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) understanding of development opportunities for CAD/ICCs solutions for the fire and rescue sector, speakers Gillian Fyfe, Strategic Digital, Technology & Cyber Lead, NFCC, Andy Hopkinson, Bedfordshire Fire & Rescue Service and Chair of the NFCC DDat Committee, and Steve Taylor, NFCC Strategic Data Lead, were joined by techUK industry members in an interactive roundtable.

Concerns have been raised about some of the DPDI Bill’s provisions, some of which stem from misunderstandings of the Bill’s approach and its legislative intent. techUK addresses these misconceptions.

Guest blog by Sheila Flavell...The evolving landscape of technology in the public sector is reshaping the way governments operate, interact with citizens and provide essential services. As digitisation accelerates, public sector staff require a high-level of digital literacy to use new technologies and also identify potential cybersecurity threats, understand data privacy norms and contribute to digital transformation initiatives.

Guest blog by Sam Ineson... The Procurement Act of 2023 has the potential to significantly improve public procurement in the UK. It outlines mechanisms that could increase competition, expand opportunities for smaller businesses to supply the public sector, and drive innovation, better outcomes, and improved transparency. 

Guest blog by Tim Britten and Hiren Shah... HM Courts & Tribunals Service has been engaged in an ambitious Crime Programme since 2016 designed to transform criminal justice, fulfilling the vision of a just, proportionate, accessible system that places people’s needs and expectations at its heart. 

Guest blog by Steve Taylor.. When we think of innovation, “digital” and “AI” invariably spring to mind, especially where a tech company such as Ayup Digital is involved. Yes, there are lots of features to our platform that are designed for a better user experience and easier access to relevant information, but this product started as a collaboration with one council and is now deployed across three other London Boroughs (with another on the way!) who work together on their goals and ideas.

Guest blog by Kate Fairhurst... It isn’t insightful to say that local government is facing significant challenges. Authorities up and down the country are being asked to deliver more for less, particularly in relation to the delivery of their core statutory services.

Guest blog by Rob Parker... Private sector technology skills are an integral driver of change within UK public services. Collaboration between public and private organisations promotes efficiency, transparency, and innovation in public services through service-based software models and new thinking.

Guest blog by Matt Williams...For any business leader, striking the delicate balance between leveraging the benefits of cloud computing and the seamless movement of data across borders while also sticking to relevant data protection laws and regulations is critical.

Announced in September 2021, AUKUS is a trilateral Defence and Security agreement between the United Kingdom, United States and Australia.

Guest blog by David Lawton...Informed Solutions’ Transformation Director David Lawton reflects on the current state of AI in the Public Sector, shares his thoughts on the path ahead, and outlines how Public Sector leaders can work with industry experts to unlock opportunities for transforming the quality of services for citizens.

Guest blog by Piers Campbell ... Despite its broad potential, many organisations have not yet initiated or even assessed the possibilities of their automation journey. Overlooking these opportunities can lead to stagnant public services and dissatisfied citizens, whereas seizing them can propel communities forward, enhance citizen experiences and support the most vulnerable.

What’s all the fuss about ChatGPT? Santo Orlando, EMEA Practice Director for Apps and Data Services at Insight, discusses how one of the hottest topics in tech can transform public sector organisations in a safe, ethical, and non-bias way.

Dr Andrea Jester, Clinical Lead Hand and Upper Limb Service at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, explains how a new AI-powered triage system has delivered time and efficiency savings for health care professionals and patients providing and accessing plastic surgery services –and offers a model for modernised triage across every NHS specialist department.

Guest blog by Jonti Dalal-Small ...The potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making tools to create efficiency and drive pace is exciting. But as organisations move to incorporate AI into their day-to-day work, a challenge is to balance innovation with results. Organisations must consider the human side of the equation by nurturing a positive and adaptive culture. The key to that is psychological safety.

Guest blog by Varun Sarin...According to Bloomberg Intelligence, the Generative AI (GenAI) market is expected to reach $1.3 trillion in 2030, from a market size of just $40 billion in 2022. Yet approximately 85% of AI projects fail to deliver on their intended outcomes. So, what this data seems to suggest is: we are excited about the growth and potential of AI, but we struggle to turn ideas into reality.

Guest blog by João Pinto...AI refers to machine intelligence—the ability of computers and systems to emulate human thinking. It encompasses learning, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making. AI systems are designed to mimic cognitive functions associated with human minds, enabling them to analyse data, adapt to new situations, and improve over time without explicit programming for every scenario.

Guest blog by Toby Barnard, Managing Director Government Learning at QA Ltd

As the Mayoral election is approaching, techUK asked the Centre for the New Midlands for their ‘asks’ of the winning candidate.

techUK members and local government stakeholders are invited to contribute to techUK’s Local Public Services Innovation Week, which will take place from Tuesday 28-Friday 31 May 2024.

Click here to view the event recording.

We call for input into our trade campaign week of 2024

Guest blog by Claire Wardle, Digital Content Manager, The Access Group... Digital transformation is more than just investing in digital technologies, it is adapting to a new working culture to not just use data, but understand the true value of it.

Guest blog by Kam Bhatoa, Head of Government at BJSS... Identifying potential weather hazards is crucial for flying safety – from turbulence, cloud cover and severe icing to volcanic activity, cyclones and nuclear events.

Prevention might be better than cure. But as health systems struggle to build more proactive healthcare models based on prevention rather than constantly waging a rearguard campaign, Capture Stroke Partnership Director Emma Sheldon suggests that macro level system choices could provide the essential lever for change.

How can the public sector break down legacy data barriers and hit the ground running with generative AI? Neil Gillies, Public sector Business Development Director from Kainos explains. 

Guest blog by Ginevra Pedrotti... Across the UK Government and other institutions in the public sector, legacy IT systems remain a big problem. Using outdated technology can not only cause errors or failure to deliver services, but also serious risks when it comes to the security of confidential information and ultimately, the reputation of established organisations. 

Guest blog by Dnyaneshwar Kond... Over the past decade, the public and private sectors have witnessed significant growth in implementing various emerging technologies. Shifting from legacy IT systems to modern technologies brought a lot of benefits to the organizations and private sectors that opted for it.

Guest blog by Hari Candadai, SVP Global Marketing and Thought Leadership, Origina... Legacy software has become synonymous with IT overspending and underperformance in the UK public sector. Reflecting on the numbers the press and internal advisories report, it’s easy to understand why.