Organisational and data silos are now the enemy of progress. Leaders need to break down barriers between data scientists, engineers, their SMT and the C-Suite to foster collaboration and encourage innovation. AI development isn’t a solitary pursuit. Data scientists possess the technical expertise to build models, but they need engineers to translate those models into real-world applications. Breaking down communication barriers between these groups will foster a collaborative environment. This cross-functional style of teamwork will ensure that AI solutions are not only technically sound, but also strategically aligned and meet the needs of your organisation.
A talk by Zena Wood Director of DDRC, University of Exeter
A talk by David Lawton Chief Innovation Officer, Informed Solutions
A talk by Jonny Williams Chief Digital Adviser for UK Public Sector, Red Hat
November 2025
Government used to value open source. The Technology Code of Practice stipulates: “Be open and use open source. Publish your code and use open source software to improve transparency, flexibility and accountability.” But where have we ended up? A department builds something new (all too […]
November 2025
For digital leaders driving transformation across sectors, your websites are not only gateways for users, but also reflect you as an organisation and that includes your commitment to environmental responsibility. Faster websites aren’t resource‑hungry “gas guzzlers”, they’re optimised, efficient digital experiences that benefit users, business […]
September 2025
In an increasingly digital world, cities have a powerful opportunity – and responsibility – to use technology not just for progress, but for good. Sunderland is leading by example. Recently recognised with the Digital Leaders People’s Choice Award and shortlisted in the Social Transformation category, […]
September 2025
Public sector organisations are under pressure to deliver more with less, as the UK government plans to reduce running costs by 15% by the end of the decade. From managing complex system migrations to modernising our borders, the challenges are significant. But so are the opportunities. Business analysis […]
September 2025
Coordinating care across hospitals, community services, local authorities, and private providers is resource-intensive, and even small inefficiencies can ripple into significant delays, costs, and staff frustration. Smarter spending isn’t just about cutting costs, it’s about investing wisely to simplify processes, reduce duplication, enable transparency and […]
September 2025
The UK Ministry of Justice has confirmed new Artificial Intelligence (AI) plans, making it clear that AI is no longer a speculative concept in the justice sector. Soon, it will be a practical force helping to identify prisoners at high risk of violence. While public […]
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