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Why G-Cloud 14 is more than a catalogue of ‘shiny new toys’

Nick Denning, CEO of IT consultancy Diegesis and veteran of multiple successful digital transformation projects, looks at how G-Cloud 14 can help to secure day-to-day operations while delivering digital innovations.

Digital consultancy: Could digital investment transform public sector efficiency?

Brave & Heart is a digital consultancy agency recently recognised on the Crown Commercial Service’s G-Cloud 14 framework, dedicated to assisting public sector organisations and global multinationals in enhancing efficiency through digital transformation.

SMEs are driving for AI adoption in the UK public sector

The UK government continues to push the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into public services, with Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) playing an important role in this transition.

CCS announces February agreement updates: New software framework awarded

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) released its February 2025 agreement updates, revealing a new Back Office Software framework. Extensions to print and audio-visual services were confirmed, while upcoming expirations in health and software require attention.;

Explaining open frameworks and their opportunities for the public sector

Crown Commercial Service provides an explanation of open frameworks and the opportunities they present for the public sector The Procurement Act 2023 is implementing a...

Using public sector contract opportunities for SME’s

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play an essential role in the UK's economy but face challenges in securing public sector contracts.

Preparing for the Procurement Act 2023

Crown Commercial Service guides us through how to prepare for the Procurement Act 2023.

The future of sustainable food: The Buying Better Food and Drink agreement

A new commercial agreement has been designed to change how public sector organisations, including schools, hospitals and local authorities, purchase food and drink is now open.

Navigating the procurement process

Crown Commercial Service’s shares their top tips for navigating the procurement process.

The G-Cloud 14 framework and its approved suppliers

The UK government has launched its latest version of the G-Cloud procurement framework, G-Cloud 14, this is designed to simplify access to cloud-based computing services for public sector organisations.

Sam Ulyatt ambitious targets as CEO of Crown Commercial Service

In her new role as CEO of the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), Sam Ulyatt is determined to steer the organisation towards a more strategic and innovative future.

Sam Ulyatt appointed as new CEO of Crown Commercial Service (CCS)

Sam Ulyatt has officially stepped into her new role as Chief Executive Officer of the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), following a competitive external recruitment process that began in January.

CCS market engagement: Public sector needs a variety of suppliers

Lucy McCormack, Technology Commercial Lead from CCS, explains how small and medium-sized enterprises can get the most out of CCS market engagement and customer intelligence to help them bid for public sector contracts.

New centralised agreement changes adult education and training procurement in the UK

An initiative aimed at facilitating adult education and training services across the UK has officially launched, promising significant efficiencies and broader access to crucial skills development programs.

What the Procurement Act 2023 means for CCS

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) guides us through the new regime for UK procurement, including what the Procurement Act 2023 means to them.

Crown Commercial Service launches new vehicle telematics solutions agreement

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has introduced a new Vehicle Telematics Solutions [RM6315] agreement, designed to help customers enhance their fleet management capabilities through advanced telematics hardware and software.

Celebrating 10 years of success: Crown Commercial Service’s decade of impact

In April 2014, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) was established with a mission to change government procurement and maximise value for the UK public sector.

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