Ways of working (3/4): Leadership styles and implications for CDIOs
The choice of DDaT operating model has profound implications for leadership style. Each model places different demands on leaders, requires different … Read more
Ways of working (2/4): Place-based multi-organisation approach
The future model of local public services The future of local public services is increasingly shaped by the need … Read more
Ways of working (1/4): DDaT operating models
This guide provides a practical, structured guidance to help CDIOs: The value of this guide lies not in prescribing … Read more
Local government digital and technology priorities
Introduction: What challenges is local government facing in 2026? Local government in 2026 is operating in one of the most challenging and … Read more
Focus group 2: The value of your Socitm membership
You’re invited to be part of a focus group to share your views on the value of your Socitm … Read more
Focus group 1: The value of your Socitm membership
You’re invited to be part of a focus group to share your views on the value of your Socitm … Read more
Future-proofing infrastructure: Strategic connectivity for smarter public services
As local authorities continue to modernise services under increasing financial and operational pressure, digital infrastructure has become more than … Read more
Socitm 2025: The year in review
Governance We continue to strengthen the way Socitm is governed As a management team we have made several changes … Read more
Digital isn’t a cost burden, it’s how local government fixes the foundations
FAO: Chancellor Rachel ReevesFrom: Sam Smith, Institute Director, Socitm As councils prepare for another tough budget cycle it’s clear … Read more
Devolution and local government reorganisation – the biggest shake up the sector has seen for 50 years?
Local government stands at a crossroads. We’re living through what might be the biggest transformation local government has seen … Read more
Digital twins (3/3): Practical steps for implementation
“Digital twins are about collecting real world data to create a digital model that replicates the real-world that you … Read more
