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2026 trends are focused on cyber security, ways of working, data, AI and digital inclusion
#SocitmAt40#DT26#LocalGovernment
ALT Public Sector Digital Trends 2026: Focus on leadership issues over technology. Socitm celebrates 40 years, featuring a trend radar graphic.
Penultimate award this year is Member Advocate of the Year ๐
Congratulations Helen Gelder (North East Lincolnshire Council) ๐
#SocitmAwards#PresConf25
Great to hear from @mhclg's Emily Sullivan who gave an insight into the direction from central government. Critical topics included measurement and evaluation, the future of procurement, cyber & AI. Lots to consider! #presconf25#socitm
Excellent panel discussion giving insight on how data-driven insights, and people-first innovation can transform places with help from the private sector. #presconf25#socitm
Welcome to Birmingham!
Collect your #PresConf25 pass, enjoy some breakfast pastry and get ready for Carol Williams to kick everything off at 09:30 ๐ค
#BeyondBorders#DDaT#LocalGovernment
Understanding what #lowcode truly is (and isn't) can be your game-changer.
Did you know - 87% of organisations now use low-code platforms to:
๐ Innovate at speed
๐ Adapt to changing needs rapidly
๐ช Empower existing teams
Find out more: buff.ly/3CiSdJi#LocalGov
With the budget due in less than a week, now is great time to read People Make Places ๐
It connects mission-led innovation in local public services with the Government's 5 Missions to rebuild Britain
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ALT 4 squares with icons and text underneath: People Make Places; Place-based Leadership; Practical Placemaking; and Connected Places. A rectangle underneath all of the squares connects them with the words, Flourishing individuals and society.
ALT Labour's five missions to rebuild Britain: 1 Kickstart economic growth; 2 Make Britain a clean energy superpower; 3 Take back our streets; 4 Break down barriers to opportunity; 5 Build an NHS fit for the future.
So you can keep on using your everything in your Socitm membership, join the next Members' Connection Hour (from 13:00) on Thursday 31 October ๐
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The @techUK 2024 Digital Ethics Summit on Wednesday 4 December is shaping up to be an excellent day ๐
Complimentary tickets are available to public sector representatives. Want to apply? Contact flagshipevents@techuk.org
#DigitalEthics#LocalGovernmenttechuk.org/what-we-deliver/fโฆ
Join us on Wednesday 16th October for a session on all things governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)!
Secure your free spot now ๐ hubs.ly/Q02QTKgh0#GRC#CyberSecurity@Socitm
ALT Get cyber secure with governance, risk, and compliance. 16th October 2024. 13:00 - 14:00. Free webinar. Register for free now.
Weโre launching the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) for local government.
The CAF for #LocalGov will provide a clear cyber security standard for the sector.
Learn more ๐
localdigital.gov.uk/cyber/cyโฆ
Thank you so much for joining us today #PeopleMakePlaces ๐
Here's a few of our best bits
- no-one has prioritised their priorities!
- we're all concerned about responsible AI use
- are our hiring panels diverse?
- art can help make a place
- we need more ChallengeLDN
ALT Black springer spaniel holding a card in its mouth that reads 'Thank you!'.
Today's last session will showcase Digital Twin tech @MiddlesexUni
Hear about their sustainable and innovative campus and collaboration with @IESVE in achieving a sustainable and energy-efficient future for the Ritterman Building
#PeopleMakePlaces#LocalGovernment
ALT Screen grab from YouTube of the Ritterman Building at Middlesex University.
Next, move from the now to the then ๐
County Archivist Gary Tuson shows how @NorfolkRO is using AI for search, focussing on WWII records of the USAAF in East Anglia - showing how AI can help you uncover your own @MastersOfAirRP#PeopleMakePlaces#LocalGovernment
ALT Norfolk Record Office logo of an open book with fanned pages.
Next, move from the now to the then ๐
County Archivist Gary Tuson shows how @NorfolkRO is using AI for search, focussing on WWII records of the USAAF in East Anglia - showing how AI can help you uncover your own @MastersOfAirRP#PeopleMakePlaces#LocalGovernment
ALT Norfolk Record Office logo of an open book with fanned pages.
Now we welcome Sandy Tung ๐
Discover the No Wrong Door Open Innovation Challenge and cohort ๐
Meet the innovators coming up with fresh ideas to help tackle the obstacles many face in finding employment and enhancing their skills.
#PeopleMakePlaces#LocalGovernment