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It’s a speed thing: digital transformation in local government

01/11/2023

Adrian Trickett, Vice President of Sales and General Manager of EMEA at Boomi, discusses why digital transformation projects in local government fail.

Budgetary Breaking Point: Learning from Birmingham’s mistakes

04/10/2023

Claire Agutter from Scopism takes a look at why Birmingham CC's predicament is not an isolated case and how other councils can learn from their mistakes.

Birmingham City Council stops all non-essential spending

06/07/2023

Birmingham City Council will stop all non-essential spending to deal with its equal pay liability and the fallout from the implementation of its IT system.

Rowley orders Birmingham finance review over chaotic IT contract

25/04/2023

A Government-imposed governance review of Birmingham City Council has been expanded after massive failures in its accounts IT system emerged.

Better together: how to retain IT talent in the public sector

21/12/2022

Arun Kumar, regional director at ManageEngine, looks at how the public sector can get over its digital skills problem.

How to Perform A Cyber-Security Risk Assessment

06/12/2022

BT outlines how councils can conduct a cyber-security risk assessment, and the reasons for performing them.

How can local government rise to the expectations of the UK Digital Strategy?

26/08/2022

Leo Hanna warns that meeting the government’s ambition for a new digital strategy will require an organisational step change within local government.

Newport City Council digitally transforms with TechnologyOne SaaS solution to enhance internal operations

26/05/2022

Newport City Council is transitioning its finance systems to enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider TechnologyOne to help deliver a more connected experience for its user base of over 500 employees and wider supplier community.

Helping an essential business through the pandemic

26/05/2022

Find out how BT has simplified and standardised the communications of the UK’s largest provider of meals on wheels.

Legacy IT systems and their challenges

28/04/2022

Lorna Campbell explains how legacy data and digital transformation can work together.

Is 2022 finally the year of the CIO?

11/02/2022

Max Jones details why he thinks 2022 will finally be the year of the CIO – and recommends five steps CIOs can take to make this prediction come true.

Building a better user experience in local government starts with authentication

04/02/2022

Harry Scott-Trimble explains how councils can improve, and in some cases remove, authentication processes to create a better user experience for all.

Local government must pivot technology spending to transformative digital delivery

04/01/2022

TechnologyOne argues that council should move away from spending on 'keeping the lights on' legacy IT systems.

Connecting councils and providers to improve care services

10/12/2021

Amal Nawarathna explains how Barnet Council is using data and market insight to improve care quality assurance.

Local government must pivot technology spending to transformative digital delivery

06/12/2021

TechnologyOne argues that council should move away from spending on 'keeping the lights on' legacy IT systems.

From the millennium bug to online only: How planning systems have changed in 20 years

28/09/2021

Tim Bartlett reflects on his first days in the job implementing a new planning system, and how that very same planning system has continuously improved, updated and adapted over the last 20 years.

Investigation warns council data for sale on dark web

20/09/2021

Thousands of compromised information available for sale to criminals operating on the dark web is connected to councils across the North East and North Yorkshire region, an investigation has revealed.

Breaking the technical debt cycle in local government

27/08/2021

Iouri Prokhorov argues that for effective digital transformation to take root and to tackle technical debt, local government organisations need to learn from previous mistakes and habits.

Research shows just half of local authorities employ a chief digital officer

23/06/2021

Less than half (49%) of local authorities employ a chief digital officer to oversee their digital transformation, according to new data.

Councils charged triple the recommended mark-up on IT products

19/05/2021

Councils are paying more than three times the recommended mark-up on technology products, a new study has revealed.

Cyber security in a post-pandemic world

18/05/2021

Mark Scott outlines how councils can build a secure cyber strategy and secure data for the long term.

A third of councils experienced unplanned IT outages in past year

25/03/2021

Nearly a third (32%) of councils experienced unplanned IT outages in the past year, according to new research.

Digitisation needs to be about evolution, not transformation

02/03/2021

Glen Ocsko calls on local authorities to take a ‘digital evolution’ approach to technology, staff and employment.

Helping Merton Council go above and beyond for its community

23/02/2021

Bringing the right technology and expertise together to digitally transform Merton Council.

Scottish council apologises for data breach

19/02/2021

Scottish Borders Council has apologised 'unreservedly' for a data breach affecting 600 customers.

The five human impacts of ransomware attacks

25/01/2021

Jonathan Lee examines the human impact that five cyber attacked on public services had.

Mobilising the social care workforce

15/01/2021

A continued drive towards more mobile public services is needed to help overcome social care challenges in the bleak winter months, says David McKinney.

Criminals publish stolen council data online

07/01/2021

Data stolen from Hackney Council in a cyber attack last October has been published online by the criminals responsible.

The local government low-code revolution

08/12/2020

Alex Yedigaroff explains how councils have used low-code platforms to deploy services at impressive speeds.

How the human factor has become crucial in local government IT success

21/10/2020

Richard Blanford explores why IT in local government is as much about partnerships and people as it is about technical competence.

How will data improve public services for citizens in the future?

19/10/2020

Paul Tomlinson explains how the public sector will build on its ability to be agile and responsive with digital solutions, breaking down silos, using data and building only on those platforms that enable flexibility.

Councils have 'minimal' awareness of cyber-threats, think tank warns

15/10/2020

Some councils are delaying the rollout of cyber security in order to reduce costs despite the increased risk of hacks due to the pandemic, a think tank has warned.

London council hit by ‘serious’ cyber attack

14/10/2020

Hackney Council has been the target of a ‘serious cyber attack’ that has affected its IT systems and services.

Automatic planning

13/10/2020

The new reforms mean local authorities need to mobilise, but is this what’s really required? Paul Beaney reports.

Is the pandemic doing the job of G-Cloud?

01/10/2020

As the pandemic see real changes in public sector IT procurement practices it is now crucial that they remain in place, argues James Cherry.

Cyber attack cost council more than £10m

06/08/2020

A ransomware attack in February cost Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council more than £10m, a new report has revealed.

How councils can use deception to fight cybercrime

15/07/2020

Carolyn Crandall outlines how local authorities can use deception as a defence against cybercriminals.

Moving to the cloud

17/06/2020

Cllr Dominic Twomey explains how the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham maintained and improved contact centre performance during a crisis.

BT: helping businesses to adapt and stay secure

04/06/2020

BT has stepped in to support the public sector to adapt to ever-changing conditions.

Research finds councils still vulnerable to ransomware attacks

20/05/2020

Nearly half of local government workers do not know what ransomware is, making councils more vulnerable to cyber attacks new research has warned.

Cyber crisis management

18/05/2020

Richard Stephenson outlines cybersecurity issues to be aware of during the pandemic and how to minimize risk.

Welsh councils given funding to tackle cyber crime

04/05/2020

Each council in Wales will receive a £9,000 grant to tackle the increase in cyber crime during the coronavirus pandemic.

How does the London Borough of Bexley crack cyber security?

24/03/2020

Neil Gooding, information security manager, London Borough of Bexley explains how they are cracking the cyber security challenge.

Finding the right IT outsourcing partner

13/03/2020

Denis Kaminskiy provides his top tips on finding the right IT outsourcing partner.

The cost of running on outdated software

14/02/2020

Chris Mountford warns local government must keep devices updated to protect its citizens.

A strong future for SEND services

29/01/2020

How did two non-IT people deliver a successful SEND digital transformation project? Vik Verma and Deborah Brooks explain.

Simple steps to improve cybersecurity

24/01/2020

Sameer Dixit argues security is a weak point in councils' armour and outlines ways local authorities can anticipate and plan for cyberattacks.

The flexible backbone of digital transformation

10/01/2020

Transformation is about continual change and needs versatile, flexible digital tools to deliver over the long term, says John Jervis.

Maximising tech spend

09/01/2020

David Beggs calls on local government to take a much broader view of technology to get the most value from it.

Power failure closes down council's headquarters

11/12/2019

A power failure has forced Dundee Council to close its headquarters for a second day.

Staying ahead of the curve at Cardiff Council

22/11/2019

As well as providing services for Cardiff Council's array of offices, PSBA’s network solutions are also used by 51,000 pupils, across 127 schools in the city.

Blue Badge: Achieving a citizen-first approach

18/10/2019

Paul Tomlinson explains how councils can balance the lack of standardisation with the Blue Badge service with their need for flexibility in designing and processing applications.

The safety of data on councillors’ personal devices

08/10/2019

Following the publication of the ICO data protection toolkit for local councils, Liz Page looks in detail at one of the issues highlighted: the use of councillor’s own devices being used for council work purposes.

Councils hit by 800 cyber-attacks an hour

04/10/2019

Councils have been hit by at least 263 million cyber-attacks in the first half of this year - the equivalent of 800 every hour - new research has revealed.

Councils being charged 'shocking' markup on IT products

30/09/2019

Councils are paying almost four times the recommended mark-up on technology products, new analysis has revealed.

True-blue network

13/09/2019

Find out how PSBA provides true-blue network to North Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

Changing the way teams in Gwynedd work with PSBA’s services

11/09/2019

How PSBA has helped improve productivity at Gwynedd Council.

SD-WAN: A Cornerstone of Network Transformation

23/08/2019

Your network is fundamental to your digital transformation. Learn how SD-WAN can prepare your network for the future.

Digital public services that deliver

23/08/2019

Nick Pike explores the challenges facing chief digital officer in driving forward Local Digital Declarations.

Hyper personalisation in local government

15/08/2019

Local authorities failing to provide a hyper personalised experience for their residents will quickly find themselves losing the public trust, argues Matthew Chadd.

Making innovation possible

02/08/2019

John McMahon explains why standards drive innovation and user experience.

Fixing the plumbing

04/07/2019

With many councils often locked into large legacy IT systems, Dominic Baggott explains why the new local digital fund will help councils move in the right direction.

Councils and the complexities of cloud migration

17/06/2019

Richard Blanford explains why cloud adoption is naturally slower in local government.

Four steps to creating the ideal cloud-ready network

24/05/2019

How to plan and manage your network to unlock the rewards of the cloud.

The Golden Record: creating the Smart Council

05/04/2019

Richard Godfrey provides his insight into how councils can maximise the data at their disposal to create the golden record.

SD-WAN expert video: public sector

20/03/2019

BT Expert / SD-WAN – Simon Yellowley on Public Sector organisations

London ICT Framework

04/02/2019

There are hundreds of frameworks to choose from, helping your organisation to procure anything from office supplies to cloud services. But if you’re based in the capital, you might want to consider the BT London ICT Framework.

How to improve services and save money

04/01/2019

A housing authority has proved it is possible to save money, raise productivity, and improve customer service all at the same time.

Fact or fiction: Does SD-WAN really save you money?

11/10/2018

Download your complimentary copy of Gartner’s 2018 report: Fact or Fiction: Does SD-WAN Really Save You Money? to help you plan your SD-WAN implementation.

Nearly half of English councils using unsupported server software

24/08/2018

Nearly half of councils in England are still using unsupported server software, according to new research.

Exploiting digital opportunities

26/07/2018

How can councils improve their online services and engage citizens in a better way? Swati Kungwani reports.

The future of networking

27/06/2018

Is local government connected and ready for any situation?

Are councils embracing a 'Cloud First' approach?

22/06/2018

Darren Fields explains why local authorities should embrace cloud migration to drive citizen services.

Intelligent Connectivity – not a public sector pipe dream

22/06/2018

If local councils needs more resilient, agile capabilities to achieve their full digital potential, isn't managing connectivity intelligently the best way to achieve this? Phil Brunkard reports.

Leading the charge

25/04/2018

Paul Heath explains how Scotland could encourage collaborative IT purchasing in local government.

Councils lack a formal cloud strategies, says report

27/03/2018

The majority of councils are yet to formalise the way they use cloud computing in their organisations, new research reveals.

Two council websites hacked by crypto-coin miners

12/02/2018

Manchester City, Camden and Croydon council websites were among 5,000 sites ‘maliciously’ hacked over the weekend.

Councils recognised for ‘best’ cyber security

06/02/2018

Northumberland, Cardiff and Denbighshire councils have been named as three of the organisations best defending themselves from online scams.

Council websites ‘falling short’ on provision of care information

19/01/2018

Council social care teams are ‘falling short’ in their duties to provide online information, advice and guidance to the public, ICT body warns.

Glasgow signs seven-year IT contract to replace joint venture

15/11/2017

Glasgow City Council has selected software company CGI to deliver its IT services, as its £260m joint venture with public services provider Serco ends.

How councils can avoid corporate memory loss

04/07/2017

Peter Dunn outlines how local government can best address the corporate memory challenge.

Council ‘dissolves’ ICT joint venture

18/05/2017

Birmingham City Council has ‘dissolved’ a joint venture partnership that was designed to deliver ICT services across the council.

Devon town council held to ransom by hackers

07/02/2017

A town council in Devon has been held to ransom by hackers demanding thousands of pounds in return for public documents.

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