Webinar: Labour’s Impact on Digital Transformation in Central Government

In my family, dinner is a sacred time. We gather around the table, savouring each moment together, with no distractions other than the delicious food before us. But on the 31st of July, our usual routine was joyfully interrupted as we crowded around the TV to watch Léon Marchand swim for Olympic gold—not once, but…

Recent efforts to introduce digital systems in the NHS have encountered challenges such as resistance to change, insufficient training, and a lack of user involvement in the design process. While the primary focus of the NHS’s digital transformation has been on implementing new technologies to enhance efficiency and patient care, these issues highlight the need…

In our recent Keystream webinar, recruitment experts James Le Tissier and James Cook explored how the new Labour government will shape digital transformation within central government. Le Tissier and Cook shared their insights on how Labour’s policies will influence job opportunities, skill demands, and digital projects. They offered valuable perspectives on adapting to these changes…

A new government can bring a fresh start, and this new Labour government promises to usher in a new era of change. I started my career in the NHS when the last Labour government came to power, and with it, the much-vaunted National Programme for IT (NPfIT) was in full swing. Championed by Prime Minister…

The recent ransomware attack on Synnovis has spotlighted critical gaps in NHS cybersecurity, driving a surge in demand for skilled Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) professionals. This incident has highlighted the need for robust cybersecurity measures, the acceleration of digital transformation within healthcare, and the urgency of safeguarding patient data. The Urgency of Cybersecurity The…

In this election week, politics aside, we have a real opportunity to reflect on what matters to us as individuals as we decide if and for whom we place our votes. What matters to us as citizens as we go to the polling stations? Will you vote for yourself or on behalf of others? Would…

As the general election approaches, the party manifestos have been unveiled. While the party manifestos do not delve deeply into digital initiatives, they still provide a glimpse into potential trends and investments that could shape the future landscape for DDaT professionals. Here’s a breakdown of what the manifestos mean for key areas of technology and what we can…

Why the Public Sector Needs a Strengths-Based Approach to Digital Talent As digital transformation reshapes how governments and public services operate, having the right digital talent is more crucial than ever before. However, the public sector faces an uphill battle in this “war for talent” as it competes with the private sector for a limited…

As someone who has worked both within public sector organisations and as a consultant advising them, I have had a unique vantage point on the challenges of driving meaningful change. Time and again, I have witnessed the limitations of the traditional ‘transformation’ approach, and the need for a greater emphasis on more incremental, adaptable ‘change’…

As the NHS prepares to embark on a new era of digital transformation, the recent announcement of a £3.4 billion investment in AI, digital, and other tech-related initiatives marks a significant milestone. With the aim of boosting NHS productivity and achieving a 2% annual productivity increase by 2028/29, the potential benefits of this investment are…