Piyush Mahapatra, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon and chief innovation officer at Open Medical, considers the latest consultation on the future of the NHS and argues that what is needed is not a new vision but a plan for delivery and some radical new thinking on the role of healthcare technology.
Ghazi Ben Amor, VP of Corporate Development at Zama, offers advice for policymakers and regulatory authorities on how to develop nuanced and effective privacy policies that can evolve alongside technological advancements.
The UK government is on a mission to reinvent itself. In a bold move, it's ditching outdated systems for a digital overhaul. By uniting departments under five powerful programs, the government aims to streamline operations, cut costs, and deliver better services to citizens.
The rapid evolution of technology is transforming and reforming governance, creating both opportunities and challenges. Governments must navigate the complexities of balancing innovation with ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks.
Sian Computers is a local IT company based in Wolverhampton, UK. We hear how the company has been providing valuable IT-based solutions for the local community and has recently been recognised for its achievements in digital inclusion.
Digital transformation in the UK public sector is urgent but complex. Legacy systems, tight budgets, and rapid technological change create significant hurdles. This piece explores how to overcome these challenges through strategic planning, strong partnerships, and a focus on citizen-centric outcomes.
The Government Digital Service (GDS) is undergoing a critical review of its operations. Since its inception in 2011, the digital landscape has dramatically evolved, prompting GDS to question its existing approaches and identify areas for improvement.
With a new government in place, many people in the UK will be hoping that the public sector can be elevated into the technological 21st Century when it comes to modern systems investment.
To modernise local governance and empower communities through technology, the Local Government Association (LGA) has launched a digitalisation framework.
To try and modernise public services and economic growth, Secretary of State Peter Kyle has announced significant changes within the government's administrative framework.
Nick Denning, CEO of IT consultancy Diegesis, and veteran of multiple successful digital transformation projects, shares insights on protecting your organisation and identifying security vulnerabilities in the face of increasing cyberattacks.
Tiia Sammallahti, CEO of whatimpact, discusses the company’s innovative technology solutions for the public sector to improve the efficiency of the grant application process and social value in procurement.
Over the past 20 years, the public cloud has gone from an ambitious, but unproven, infrastructure newcomer to a hugely successful and influential global trend.
From drone usage to self-service portals, the public sector is proving to be more dynamic and innovative than often portrayed. However, the rapid pace of technological change is not always matched by corresponding digital skills development for its employees.
Ben Riley, Director of Aventius Ltd, concludes a series of articles on digital transformation in the NHS, focussing on solutions to the challenges discussed so far.
Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, discusses how government can leverage data to drive strategic decision-making and improve processes to create value.
