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Revolutionising local government customer service

2/20/2023

Jason Roos, CEO of Cirrus, argues that Contact Centre as a Service can help councils make their customer service operations more responsive.

Climate change is a global issue that creates complex challenges for us all

7/21/2022

Climate change is a global issue that creates complex challenges for us all. It requires us to come together – both businesses and communities – to generate the innovative solutions that will help to bring about sustainable change.

Helping an essential business through the pandemic

5/26/2022

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

The public sector’s path to becoming Consciously Hybrid

11/22/2021

Effective digital transformation requires a ‘Consciously Hybrid’ approach to cloud, starting with unified, intentional infrastructure architecture.

How can local authorities benefit from digitised licencing tools?

9/15/2021

Nicola Ray explains how the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority has updated its licensing system to ensure the safety of vulnerable workers and protect them from exploitation.

How the cloud is powering the future of flexible working

8/25/2021

Jon Lucas outlines how cloud computing is enabling a hybrid model of working in local government.

Slow and steady wins the (cloud migration) race

6/16/2021

Sascha Giese? argues that when it comes to cloud migration, local authorities would be wise to opt for a more strategic route and take their time.

The public sector must avoid rigid thinking

5/24/2021

There needs to be some myth busting of ‘Cloud First’ as it is not the only way to deliver value, argues Mike Cattermole.

Cyber security in a post-pandemic world

5/18/2021

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

Taking planning and building control to the cloud

10/22/2020

Elena White explains how Isle of Anglesey County Council has been utilising the cloud to transform its planning and building control applications.

Moving to the cloud

6/17/2020

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

Councils and the complexities of cloud migration

6/17/2019

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

Four steps to creating the ideal cloud-ready network

5/24/2019

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

Cloud migration: Key considerations for local authorities

5/22/2019

Cloud migration is a key priority for many organisations. Paul Mercina outlines what councils have to think about when they make the move to the cloud.

Mission possible

5/21/2019

Jonathan Sharp explores how digital transformation is changing the face of local government.

Cloud – the next generation

5/16/2019

The Cloud Industry Forum's latest research explores how prepared enterprises are for the disruption from cloud.

EventApp - Transforming event planning

5/9/2019

Find out how the EventApp is transforming event planning for UK councils.

Don’t let security cloud your views on digital transformation

4/30/2019

Discover what you need to know to dispel the myths around how to move to the cloud securely.

Cloud – the next generation

3/29/2019

The Cloud Industry Forum's latest research explores how prepared enterprises are for the disruption from cloud.

Councils slow to adopt cloud storage, research reveals

1/22/2019

Only a fifth of councils are storing at least 10% of their data in the cloud, new research has revealed.

Aylesbury Vale's experience of transitioning to the cloud

11/5/2018

Maryvonne Hassall, assistant director for digital strategy at Aylesbury Vale District Council, explains how they have managed to save £6m by adopting a cloud system.

Dispelling the myth: future networks whitepaper

6/25/2018

A new whitepaper – produced by BT - looks set to dispel the myths surrounding ‘future networks’ and achieving a smarter digital future for organisations.

Are councils embracing a 'Cloud First' approach?

6/22/2018

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

Councils lack a formal cloud strategies, says report

3/27/2018

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

Technology and the public sector 2018

1/15/2018

Jos Creese outlines some key technology trends councils should focus on in 2018.

Councils warned not to switch to the cloud too quickly

4/24/2017

Councils have been warned not to make the shift to the cloud ‘too hastily’ after a new study found it can create problems with data security and a loss of control.

Councils 'reluctant' to adopt cloud-based printing

2/9/2017

Councils are leaving themselves exposed to productivity and efficiency losses as many have been reluctant to adopt cloud-based printing.

Who needs telephones? Rolling out Skype for Business in Ealing

11/4/2016

William Eichler finds out why Ealing Council has moved its telephony system to the cloud.

Better together?

10/6/2016

Bob Quin explains why the cloud will play a crucial role in successfully delivering shared services.

Stockport Council signs data centre deal

6/28/2016

Stockport City Council has significantly reduced its data centre footprint by moving to an enterprise cloud solution.

Peterborough scopes global smart cities award

6/27/2016

Peterborough City Council has won the AWS (Amazon Web Services) Global Public Sector Smart City Award.

Is cloud deployment a dangerous myth?

3/15/2016

What should local authorities consider before cloud deployment? William Eichler reports.

Why SMEs are key to shaping our cities for the future

3/8/2016

Will Pryke explains why SMEs are key to shaping our cities for the future.

Why local government needs to grasp flexible working

3/7/2016

Find out why councils should be embracing cloud call centres and other remote working solutions

Social, collaboration and mobile: The drivers of change

12/8/2015

Duncan Farley examines the trends that are encouraging staff to work in more efficient ways, helping to save money and get more done with less.

Innovation in inertia – the cultural barrier

7/31/2015

Why councils need to overcome cultural barriers and the skills gaps to achieve transformational change.

Public sector staff 'don't trust' cloud computing shows survey

7/7/2015

Only a third of public sector staff are comfortable using cloud computing, with the majority (92%) saying they have concerns over data security, according to a new survey.

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