IT for government and public sector
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News
13 Sep 2024
Municipal makeover: Indian cities embrace cutting-edge tech
From AI-powered stray dog management to blockchain-secured building permission certificates, municipal corporations across India are ditching outdated processes for digital tools Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2024
How India is driving road safety with technology
Traffic departments, law enforcers and new-tech players are betting on technology tools such as AI-powered drones and mobile apps to improve road safety across India Continue Reading
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News
05 Nov 2015
Free software gains ground in the Italian public administration
Italy's Ministry of Defence is pioneering the use of open-source office productivity tools with the migration of 150,000 PCs to LibreOffice Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2015
UAE recognises importance of cyber security, says official
Like the UK, the UAE federal government has identified the importance of creating an environment in which it is safe to do business online Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
03 Nov 2015
Business models still evolving as public Wi-Fi spend hits a high
A report from the Wireless Broadband Alliance reveals that most city CIOs have plans in place to significantly increase their investment in public Wi-Fi networking, but see challenges around their business models Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
02 Nov 2015
Secret report into rural payments IT problems points finger at RPA CEO
The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) is withholding a highly critical report into IT problems that led to the withdrawal of the £154m farmers' digital service Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
02 Nov 2015
Theresa May promises strong oversight in surveillance bill
The proposed Investigatory Powers Bill contains “very strong” oversight and “world-beating” authorisation procedures, according to home secretary Theresa May Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
30 Oct 2015
Law enforcement cracks down on DroidJack Android snooping malware users
A joint EU/US operation on the DroidJack malware is the latest example of international collaboration between law enforcement officers directed at cyber crime Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
29 Oct 2015
Met Office's new supercomputer to deliver £2bn of socio-economic benefits
The Met Office aims to realise a range of socio-economic benefits to UK industries thanks to improved forecasting with its new Cray supercomputer Continue Reading
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News
29 Oct 2015
Using open data to solve social challenges
The Open Data Institute has spent the past two years funding startups to build applications that could solve socio-economic problems Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
28 Oct 2015
Ministry of Defence hoarding £38.5m worth of unused IPv4 addresses
A Freedom of Information request by network control specialist Infoblox has revealed that the MoD is hoarding millions of pounds worth of unused IPv4 addresses, while the UK government remains woefully unprepared for IPv6 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Oct 2015
More than 70% of teachers still think students are better at using tech
Teachers are still struggling to adapt to the new curriculum, and more than 70% believe their students are more technology-savvy than they are Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
22 Oct 2015
How the Cabinet Office is using open data to tackle youth unemployment
The Cabinet Office invited IT professionals and young people to a Job Hack event with the aim of using open government datasets to help more young people into work Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
22 Oct 2015
Kent signs £23m digital services contract with Agilisys
Agilisys to manage Kent County Council's digital services and customer contact in a six-year contract Continue Reading
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News
22 Oct 2015
Police and industry to tackle cyber crime together, says TechUK
A TechUK report calls for collaboration between police and industry to raise standards of reporting, recording and responding to cyber crime Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
21 Oct 2015
James Arbuthnot takes Post Office IT fight to House of Lords
James Arbuthnot takes his seat in the House of Lords and continues campaign for subpostmasters who claim to have been wronged by faulty Horizon IT system Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
20 Oct 2015
The problem of smart cities and connectivity in the UK
Only once leaders develop a framework for local economic and societal development can the “smart city” buzz can evolve into “intelligent communities” Continue Reading
By- David Brunnen, Groupe Intellex
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News
19 Oct 2015
HMRC VAT rules cut cloud costs by 20% for NHS and government departments
An HMRC ruling on reclaiming tax on cloud services could drive up the use of off-premise technologies in the public sector Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
19 Oct 2015
How CIOs can raise their 'IT clock speed' as pressure to innovate grows
CIOs are facing pressure from the board to roll out IT projects increasingly quickly. How can they do that without running unacceptable risks? This article, based on cutting-edge research among leading businesses, offers some answers Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
16 Oct 2015
Government cries for help over floundering ID scheme
The government is failing to get enough help from the private sector to make its next generation identity scheme work at full speed. Continue Reading
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News
15 Oct 2015
GDS payments platform Gov.uk Pay to start taking real payments
GDS launches beta version of payment system that aims to provide standardised electronic payments for public services Continue Reading
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News
14 Oct 2015
HS2 and Crossrail site to deliver high-tech innovations
The Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation partners with HyperCatCity to embrace smart technologies to create “an exciting and thriving place” Continue Reading
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News
13 Oct 2015
TfL appoints 12 companies for IT systems framework
Capita, CSC, Atos and CGI are among the firms on TfL’s IT systems framework contract, which is worth between £80m and £95m Continue Reading
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News
12 Oct 2015
Encryption is a double-edged sword, says Blue Coat
Seven more security suppliers join Blue Coat encrypted traffic management programme amid fresh warnings of attackers using encryption to hide malicious activity Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
09 Oct 2015
Lack of trust for banks causes NHS rethink over government online identity scheme
NHS trials of the Verify ID assurance system found patients concerned over using banks to allow access to medical data Continue Reading
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News
09 Oct 2015
UK digital economy needs 2.3 million digital workers by 2020
The UK will need the skills of 2.3 million digital workers by 2020 if it hopes to power the promised digital economy, according to research from O2 Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
08 Oct 2015
Gloucester City Council extends Civica IT outsourcing deal
The council’s outsourcing deal with Civica will not end until October 2021, as it signs a three-year extension contract Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2015
DWP looks to Facebook and LinkedIn for social services' digital future
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) says it intends to learn from social networking firms and use external data to better understand people's lives Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2015
Estonian government IT initiative increases virtual population
Estonia is leading the way when it comes to providing easy and secure access to government services for citizens and foreigners alike Continue Reading
By- Tarmo Virki
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E-Zine
06 Oct 2015
What's on your desktop?
In this week's Computer Weekly, Microsoft has released Office 2016 and is urging customers to migrate to Windows 10 – but is a desktop upgrade worth the hassle? We report from the Dreamforce conference on the latest products from Salesforce.com. Continue Reading
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News
05 Oct 2015
Facebook ruling not only landmark data protection case in Europe, say experts
A landmark ruling against Slovakia-based website Weltimmo could impact the Max Schrems case against Facebook and new European data protection rules currently being finalised Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
05 Oct 2015
DVLA brings IT back in-house after decades of outsourcing
After the DVLA's two-year project to bring its IT back in-house, its outsourcing strategy – set up during the Thatcher years – came to an end in September 2015 Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
03 Oct 2015
What to consider when IT outsourcing contracts come up for renewal
Outsourcing contracts worth billions of pounds come up for renewal over the next few years – but unprecedented industry change complicates the CIO's decision Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Feature
01 Oct 2015
Risky and untested: What went wrong with the ESN procurement?
In his first major interview since walking away from the Emergency Services Network procurement, Airwave COO John Lewis reveals why his company could take no further part in the process, and discusses the future of emergency services communications Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
29 Sep 2015
Two thirds of UK businesses never meet important customers
British businesses don't always meet their best customers or the people they do most business with, because of trends in modern technology Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
29 Sep 2015
Universal Credit digital service moves into the cloud
New system under trial in south London has been migrated to an IaaS platform ready for further roll-out Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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E-Zine
28 Sep 2015
Keeping app pirates at bay
In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at how digital piracy is affecting app developers – and what they can do about it. The man behind the controversial NHS Care.data project has quit – what will it mean for the troubled programme? And we find out how digital disruption is affecting the insurance market. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2015
Government Digital Service readies for change as its chief Mike Bracken prepares to leave
GDS is setting up executive training for senior civil servants and looking to work closely with departments to continue the digital transformation of Whitehall Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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Blog Post
23 Sep 2015
Universal Credit was right on schedule, shows 11th-hour project plan
Universal Credit was doing fine and right on time as the Department for Work and Pensions began rolling out its IT system in April 2012, according to a project schedule released under Freedom of ... Continue Reading
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22 Sep 2015
Business leaders want better digital services from government, says research
A survey of corporate decision-makers suggests executives waste an average of five hours per week using outdated online public services Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
22 Sep 2015
DVLA looking for new CIO after completing major insourcing project
The DVLA is looking for a new CIO as incumbent Iain Patterson completes major insourcing projects and moves back to Cabinet Office Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
21 Sep 2015
MPs launch inquiry into the UK's digital economy
Business, Innovation and Skills Committee investigation will examine the challenges facing digital industries Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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E-Zine
21 Sep 2015
How cloud technology helps kittens
In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to the CIO at the UK's leading animal charity, the RSPCA, about how her cloud-first strategy is helping animal welfare. Microsoft is ending support for older version of Internet Explorer – we assess the implications. And we ask the experts about the best practice in mobile security. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
21 Sep 2015
Gigabit network is more than a fringe benefit for city of Edinburgh
As CityFibre begins a 150km fibre dig in Edinburgh, local businesses and the city council outline their objectives and plans for ultrafast broadband Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Sep 2015
Labour appoints Chi Onwurah as shadow minister for digital industries
Former Labour digital government spokeswoman takes on role of shadowing digital economy minister Ed Vaizey, with Louise Haigh taking her old role Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
21 Sep 2015
Department for Culture, Media and Sport takes over responsibility for data protection policy
Government transfers responsibility for data protection policy and ICO oversight from Ministry of Justice (MOJ) to Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
16 Sep 2015
Defence minister Michael Fallon promises increased MOD spending with SMEs
Opening up the Ministry of Defence (MOD) supply chain to access SME innovation is vital to meet its technology needs, says secretary for defence Michael Fallon Continue Reading
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15 Sep 2015
Most DDoS attacks hiding something more sinister, Neustar warns
Smaller DDoS attacks can be more dangerous than a powerful attack that knocks a company offline but does not install malware or steal data, warns Neustar Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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E-Zine
15 Sep 2015
Opening doors to open source
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at the growing acceptance of open source software among corporate IT leaders, especially for developing digital business strategies. Our latest buyer’s guide examines the emerging best practice in next-generation service management. And we find out how organisations should be preparing for the forthcoming changes to EU data protection laws. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2015
Scottish Government to launch public services website
The Scottish Government will launch its mygov.scot website this autumn with the aim of improving access to public services in Scotland Continue Reading
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News
11 Sep 2015
Security industry welcomes GCHQ password guidelines
GCHQ's guidance on password policy covers some of the most pressing issues facing UK businesses and employees today, according to Skyhigh Networks Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Sep 2015
DD4BC cyber extortion gang adds social media to arsenal
Cyber extortion gang DD4BC is using social media campaigns to garner more attention for its ability to create service disruptions by publicly embarrassing large organisations Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Sep 2015
David Cameron hails Government Digital Service as 'unsung triumph'
Prime minister David Cameron announces legislation to join up IT across the emergency services, hailing the Government Digital Service (GDS) as a triumph Continue Reading
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News
09 Sep 2015
Early plans for Universal Credit show DWP expected to complete project in two years
An early plan drawn up by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for its Universal Credit scheme reveals unrealistic ambitions for the troubled project Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
04 Sep 2015
US State Department plans cyber security playbook
The US State Department issues a request for information to determine the capabilities of commercial industry to provide and maintain a cyber security playbook Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Feature
03 Sep 2015
Why Pegasystems' CEO, Alan Trefler, has learned to think smaller
Pegasystems has made its name supplying CRM, analytics and case management software to the world's largest companies. Now CEO Alan Trefler plans to use cloud computing to broaden Pega's appeal Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Sep 2015
DDoS attack on NCA highlights need to be prepared, says Barracuda Networks
A Lizard Squad DDoS attack the NCA says is a fact of life highlights the need for organisations to be prepared, according to Barracuda Networks Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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E-Zine
01 Sep 2015
Wearable technology proves its worth on the front line
In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at business applications for wearable technology. With hands-free police and military pilot projects already under way, wearable technology is set to make its mark in the enterprise in the near future. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
27 Aug 2015
Kellogg Brown and Root wins ESN Delivery Partner contract
Kellogg Brown and Root has won the contract to supply Lot 1 of the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
20 Aug 2015
Councils explore options for online mapping tools
Councils are drawing on Ordnance Survey, Google Maps and OpenStreet Map for online mapping. What’s the optimal mix? Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2015
IaaS providers pin hopes on spending cut reprieve for G-Cloud 7
G-Cloud suppliers are calling on the government to step up, rather than scale back, investment in the framework as spending cuts loom Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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E-Zine
17 Aug 2015
Will digital government remain on course?
In this week's Computer Weekly, the UK government's digital chief has announced his shock departure, but what will it mean for the future of digital public services? Dell went back to a private company two years ago – has it proved to be a successful move? And our latest buyer's guide looks at big data appliances. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2015
Mobile phone users at risk as hackers bug and track victims
An investigation by Australian TV show 60 Minutes demonstrates how hackers based thousands of miles away in Germany were able to record the calls of an Australian senator and track his movements Continue Reading
By- Ross Coulthart, 60 Minutes Australia
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News
13 Aug 2015
Interview: Government digital chief Mike Bracken – why I quit
Mike Bracken, the outgoing director of the Government Digital Service, talks exclusively to Computer Weekly about his departure from Whitehall Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
12 Aug 2015
Mike Bracken: I turned down an increase in GDS budget
Outgoing government digital chief says he rejected the chance of extra funding and that his platform strategy is still on the table Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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E-Zine
10 Aug 2015
Data unlocks personalised customer service
In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine how companies are starting to use big data analytics to deliver more personalised customer services. We talk to the government's IT procurement chief about improving public sector tech purchasing. And Volvo's CIO tells us how connected cars will reshape the automotive sector. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2015
What will happen to digital government when GDS chief Mike Bracken moves on?
The government’s digital chief Mike Bracken has announced he will be leaving, raising concerns over the future of digital government Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
05 Aug 2015
HMRC to transfer 250 Capgemini staff in-house ready for Aspire contract end
HMRC’s Aspire outsourcing contract will be replaced by slowly bringing staff in-house to give the department more control over IT Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
03 Aug 2015
Government digital chief Mike Bracken announces he is leaving
GDS director Mike Bracken is leaving government, and his unexpected departure will inevitably raise questions about the future of GDS Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
03 Aug 2015
HMRC explains plans for moving tax systems to the cloud
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reveals more details of its plan to move tax systems into the cloud on its digital blog Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
03 Aug 2015
MoD shells out £1.5bn on two IT contracts
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) signs two IT contracts costing more than £1bn, which it hopes will save money over the next 10 years Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
29 Jul 2015
Technology experts warn of dangers of artificial intelligence arms race
An open letter signed by more than 12,000 technology experts calls for a ban on artificial intelligence (AI) to manage weapons “beyond meaningful human control” Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
27 Jul 2015
MPs examine visa rules over immigration for software and digital skills
Home Affairs committee launches an inquiry after the number of skilled worker visas issued reached its monthly cap for the first time Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
24 Jul 2015
GDS targets three million new users of Gov.uk Verify service in next 12 months
Roll-out of the system for logging in to digital public services is taking longer than expected, but user numbers are expected to grow significantly in 2015 Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
21 Jul 2015
Software audits cut government IT bill by £85m in 2014/15
Annual accounts for the government purchasing agency show at least £220m in technology related savings Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
20 Jul 2015
UK considers 10-year jail sentences for online piracy
The UK government is considering new measures to increase the sanctions for criminals who infringe the rights of copyright holders for large-scale financial gain Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
17 Jul 2015
UK man arrested for hacking into US government computers
Briton Lauri Love is accused of hacking into various US agencies, including the US army, Nasa, the federal reserve and the environmental protection agency Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
08 Jul 2015
Rolls-Royce signs up to supercomputing on-demand from HPC Midlands
Rolls-Royce is the first company to sign up to a supercomputing brokerage scheme, giving it access to £60m worth of high-performance computing Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
07 Jul 2015
Campaigners call for independent inquiry into Post Office Horizon IT system dispute
George Freeman MP repeats Post Office claims that a report found no flaws in the Horizon IT system – but campaigners respond by calling for an inquiry Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
06 Jul 2015
Genomics England rejects open source to deploy EMC Isilon HPC storage
100,000 Genomes Project rejects building open-source parallel file system on x86 servers and opts for EMC Isilon clustered NAS deployed by Capita S3 Continue Reading
By- Antony Adshead, Storage Editor
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News
02 Jul 2015
Metropolitan Police picks Innopsis to lead network procurement
London’s Metropolitan Police Service signs public-sector networking association Innopsis to lead engagement on network procurement Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
02 Jul 2015
Accenture uses Avanade cloud for NHSmail
Accenture to deploy a cloud-based email system for NHS staff using a combination of Microsoft software and Avanade cloud technology Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
01 Jul 2015
UK universities revise computer course guidelines to boost ranks of cyber warriors
UK universities revise course guidelines to transform computing degree courses and ensure that undergraduates learn cyber security skills Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
01 Jul 2015
Post Office signs IBM for IT overhaul
MP James Bridgen reveals the Post Office intends to outsource an IT transformation to IBM as part of its drive to serve customers using modern technology Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
30 Jun 2015
Connection voucher scheme opened to businesses across West Sussex
Small businesses in West Sussex will be able to apply for £3,000 broadband connection vouchers after the extension of an existing scheme across the county Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
30 Jun 2015
Do not leave digital government development to Whitehall, says Chi Onwurah MP
Whitehall should not be left with sole responsibility for the government drive to building a digital future, says shadow Cabinet Office minister Chi Onwurah Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
30 Jun 2015
Post Office looking to replace controversial Horizon system with IBM, says MP
Days could be numbered for controversial Post Office computer system at the centre of miscarriages of justice, according to one MP Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
29 Jun 2015
Cisco launches IoT System for enterprise and smart cities
Cisco unveils 15 products to address the growing complexity of internet of things deployments Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
29 Jun 2015
The legacy IT challenge for CIOs
In this week’s Computer Weekly, CIOs in financial services hoping to fight off challenger banks face a huge hindrance from their legacy IT – we assess the difficulties and reveal a diagram that shows the scale of the problem. We look at how to prepare for information security audits and why they are so vital. And we ask if HM Revenue & Customs’ plan for online tax accounts will make tax more taxing for the digitally excluded taxpayer. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2015
Universal Credit costs leap by more than 20% to £15.8bn
Figures reveal increase in lifetime cost since changes to the plan made to 'reset' the troubled welfare reform programme Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
25 Jun 2015
CIO Interview: Ian Bell, CIO, Cambridgeshire Police Service
The CIO of Cambridgeshire Police Service talks about the constabulary’s move to digital for collaboration and information sharing in its effort to increase efficiency Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Jun 2015
Digital government 'a chance to build a new state', says Cabinet Office minister Matt Hancock
Cabinet Office minister Matthew Hancock says the move to digital government is a “chance to build a new state” in a speech outlining his priorities Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
22 Jun 2015
Government Digital Service insists Verify safe despite claims of vulnerabilities
An academic paper suggests the Gov.uk Verify system could be used as a spy network, but the Government Digital Service (GDS) insists this is not the case Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
15 Jun 2015
Council dodges £300,000 NetApp outlay with Atlantis flash caching
Somerset local authority avoids spending £300,000 on extra hard drives for its NetApp arrays and pays half that for Atlantis ILIO flash caching software that runs VDI from RAM Continue Reading
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News
15 Jun 2015
NHS e-Referral system goes live, despite 33 issues and GDS warning
NHS England has launched its replacement hospital appointment booking service, even though it has known errors and failed to follow government digital guidelines Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
12 Jun 2015
Government preparing to let private sector companies use its Verify identity scheme
The Cabinet Office is talking to banks, insurers and retailers to establish Gov.uk Verify identity assurance as a national scheme Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2015
Is HMRC making tax more taxing for non-digital taxpayers?
Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has made tax data accessible online – but how should it cater for those unable (or unwilling) to use digital services? Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
10 Jun 2015
International police operation arrests cyber fraud gang
Police in six countries have arrested 49 people suspected of committing financial fraud involving email account intrusions Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
09 Jun 2015
HMRC denies reports of Verify causing users problems
HMRC has denied that problems faced by the public attempting to claim marriage tax breaks are caused by the Gov.uk Verify scheme Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
08 Jun 2015
Digital services not saving government departments money, says NAO
Government departments are not making the savings digital services were aiming to deliver Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
03 Jun 2015
HMRC looks for transformation partner ahead of Aspire end
HMRC is seeking transformational help ahead of the demise of its Aspire contract in 2017. Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
03 Jun 2015
Sourcing must adapt to digital business goals, says Gartner
Businesses need to change their sourcing strategies if they are to keep pace with the digital revolution, says analyst organisation Gartner Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA