Posts by rlloyd@key-stream.com

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…

The UK government is on a mission to revolutionise public services and position itself as a global leader in digital innovation. With ambitious plans to harness technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and bridge the digital divide, the government is spearheading efforts to ensure that no one is left behind in the digital age.     However,…