Tom Latham

Want to unlock the power of innovation? With Slalom's human-centric approach to tech solutions for manufacturing & logistics leaders, you can drive rapid change & measurable value 🚀 The UK's manufacturing sector supports more than 2.5m jobs and contributes more than £200bn to our economy. Challenges remain across the sector - legacy technology, data silos, inflation, supply chain - but there has never been a better time to dream bigger and innovate at scale. Find out how Slalom and Slalom Build are helping manufacturing companies harness the power of technology and data to transform their businesses: 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejePaaWT 👈 #ImWithSlalom #Manufacturing #Logistics https://slalom.ws/3Wi4p4A

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Want to unlock the power of innovation? With Slalom's human-centric approach to tech solutions for manufacturing & logistics leaders, you can drive rapid change & measurable value 🚀 The UK's manufacturing sector supports more than 2.5m jobs and contributes more than £200bn to our economy. Challenges remain across the sector - legacy technology, data silos, inflation, supply chain - but there has never been a better time to dream bigger and innovate at scale. Find out how Slalom and Slalom Build are helping manufacturing companies harness the power of technology and data to transform their businesses: 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghukc4Qd 👈 #ImWithSlalom #Manufacturing #Logistics https://slalom.ws/3ypsFc6

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To understand the current state of digital maturity within UK public sector organisations and how the supply can meet the change in demand, we teamed up with #Forrester to commission independent research. We surveyed over 140 technology and transformation leaders in UK public services to examine the status, challenges and aims for digital transformation. Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/eUru28qQ

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There are some great themes here to help any procurement department ensure they are objectively selecting the right solution to meet their needs AND deliver the best value for money they can for their shareholders (in this case the taxpayer). Preparation is indeed key, we do our research before buying a car, a house or even a mobile phone to ensure we know what features we want and the likely cost, why would a high stakes procurement be different?

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Great to see an organisation taking such a pragmatic approach to introducing AI to reduce issue resolution time and costs. Worth a read for everyone, wherever you are with your digital transformation programme. #servicenow #AI #digitaltransformation #methods

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It was great to take part in the recent WIG event, where key stakeholders, across the sectors, came together to talk about how important it is for us all to collaborate to achieve net zero and to address the sustainability challenges, particularly those related to IT.   Chris Howes spoke about the importance of us all taking responsibility for this. He also talked passionately about the work of the Government Digital Sustainability Alliance (GDSA), an Alliance that Sopra Steria Ltd has recently joined. The mission is to encourage collaboration and sharing best practice to enable us all to make an impact on the journey to achieve net zero.   It is clear to us all in this industry, that with the growth of Artificial intelligence this may have a material impact on our net zero ambitions , but the potential impacts of AI are both positive and negative. We have seen recent announcements that four US firms have announced plans to invest over £6BN in UK-based data centres to support the growing demand for AI. In addition to this other investments will take the total investment in UK data centres to over £25 billion since July. So with more computing , data storage and cooling requirements, this endangers our goals to achieve net zero.   So, what are the positives? We have to find ways we can embrace AI technologies, roll them out faster and ensure that the solutions we design using machine learning models and algorithms can help us address the glut of redundant data we host and improve the collaboration across government department to share our data, not to duplicate it.   At Sopra Steria we are working with government departments to help deliver data strategies, utilising AI technologies and solutions to address data cleansing, and to reduce the risk of stored but redundant data. These actions will result in ensuring the positive impacts of AI will be seen in future years to come. 

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"The Equal Experts approach to support the HMRC Data Engineering Academy isn’t a classic graduate training scheme; it’s a programme of growth for anyone who’s passionate about data; those who – for whatever reason – haven’t yet found their opportunity. Nor is it a one-size-fits all schedule. We’ve supported training for graduates, career-changers, and bedroom developers, and all of them have had individualised experiences from the academy. This means that, in some cases, we’ve seen individuals displaying the potential to move quickly through HMRC grade levels, thanks to the niche skills acquired, an advanced capability and their own ambition" We can only do this as all our network have years of experience working in technology fine tuning their people (and process) skills as well as developing technology expertise. Have a look at our approach below: https://lnkd.in/e4bb4_rz

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In the latest Interface issue Craig J Willis Head of Process Improvement Netcall, provides insight into the importance of process mapping in transformation programmes and making sure that those responsible for building processes are empowered to drive change effectively. https://lnkd.in/eJTMgQgT

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Salesforce joined Government Transformation Week in November to connect with UK public sector leaders and innovators. We discussed the importance of trust in personalising public services and how AI is driving transformation. Read the article to discover why AI is crucial for public sector modernisation, how to build trust in AI, and tips for getting started.

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How can businesses navigate energy price volatility while making progress on decarbonisation? Join National Grid's Chief Strategy and Regulation Officer @Ben Wilson, PwC UK's Head of Industries @Quentin Cole and Power and Utilities Leader @Vicky Parker as they explore how focusing on supply and demand can make energy more affordable, reliable, clean and accessible: https://pwc.to/3UtyPjN #EnergySurvey #IndustryinFocus

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Legacy system replacement: It’s a complex business transformation The human side of any legacy programme is harder to control and prone to change fatigue.   Read how we helped a UK water & utilities company create clarity and embed change, and how communicating change is helping build a culture of innovation:   https://lnkd.in/g8hyDaVP #BusinessTransformation  #ChangeManagement  #InnovationCulture #LegacySystemReplacement  #UtilitiesLeadership  

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Here are four practical steps to take when making the case for an optimal UK public sector workforce. Great insights from PA Consulting based on HM Treasury’s Green Book and business case guidance. #SpendingReview #LifeAtPA

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How can organisations harness the positive impact of data and tech - while managing the risks - to deliver their sustainability commitments? Join PwC UK's LinkedIn broadcast on 18 September as host Karl Saunt and guest speakers from Experian, Sage Earth and the Institute of Directors share how organisations can use sustainability data to drive better commercial and climate outcomes. Sign up to join the broadcast: https://bit.ly/3Tq9PZE #NetZero #Sustainability #SustainabilityReporting #Data #Technology

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The UK #space sector is brimming with technical talent delivering cutting-edge capabilities. However, many SMEs and start-ups face obstacles like limited investment and cumbersome procurement processes, hindering ecosystem growth. In his latest blog, my colleague Doug Liddle, our Director of Space, analyses why cultivating deeper government-industry partnerships is paramount for propelling our economy and national space ambitions forward this decade. https://ow.ly/cu3I30sBHo4 #UKSpace

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What is Demand Sensing? Catch the latest episode of #RELEXTalks to find out. Excellent insights into the topic with Madhav Durbha, and Kerry Moran from Capgemini Invent, hosted by the wonderful Casey McSherry. https://lnkd.in/eBi88p98 #AI #SupplyChain #Tech #RetailTech

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Thanks Matt Bratton, it was very noticable that - headlines aside - nearly half of the conference agenda touched on Net Zero, the energy transition and the industrial strategy. It was clear that businesses recognise not just the existential need to decarbonise but also the fantastic business opportunities the sustainable technology marketplace brings and Aspire Technology Solutions is ready to play a leadership role in promoting the North East as being the Sustainable Technology capital of the UK. #eraofopportunity https://lnkd.in/eW_GkGr7

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