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.
As the nation prepares for a general election, local authorities find themselves grappling with mounting uncertainty and pressure to make critical decisions regarding their property portfolios.
The recent ransomware attack on Leicester City Council is a stern reminder of how vulnerable UK local councils are to increasing cyber threats. How should local councils defend themselves?
Tom Rahder, from business communications provider, Esendex, discusses how using mobile messaging can improve a local authority’s productivity and efficiency as pressures on finances and services continue to rise.
Find out here how Vigilant’s Secure Data Sharing Platform for local authorities recoups £3.3 million in cash in this digital transformation focus with Andy Craig and Joseph Gurden.
Martin McFadyen, Head of Public Sector at Virgin Media O2 Business, analyses the necessity of digital skills in an increasingly tech-savvy world, especially since the pandemic ushered in new ways of working and living.
Asif Ghafoor, the CEO of Be.EV, sheds light on the challenges facing local authorities during the EV transition and the possible solutions to transport in the future.
Perran Moon, CEO of electric vehicle charging network provider Believ, tells us how local authorities can overcome common hurdles when implementing EV charging facilities in their local areas.
Crown Workforce Management emphasises the need for digitised duty management systems to optimise police force operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
£380.8m has been promised for the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund or LEVI fund in an effort to push transport towards net zero through the expansion of EV charging infrastructure.
The UK government has announced a fund of £14 million to allow both local authorities and community groups to improve well-being through tree planting.
