Come along to Navigating LGR: challenges, opportunities and innovation

From population shifts to policy shifts: How technology drives smarter outcomes

Date & time

  1. 24 September 2025 13:00 - 14:00

Location

  1. Teams

From Population Shifts to Policy Shifts: How Technology Drives Smarter Outcomes

Public sector organisations are under increasing pressure to adapt to rapid change. From evolving demographics and local government reorganisation to rising demand for cost efficiency, leaders face a critical challenge: how to deliver better outcomes with fewer resources.

This session will explore how Cloud, AI, Data and Security are enabling smarter, faster and more resilient services that keep pace with these shifts.

Key discussion points include:

  • Population change and rising demand – how technology can help councils and public bodies scale services sustainably.
  • Government change and restructuring – the role of digital platforms in supporting Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), mergers and re-organisation.
  • Cost efficiency through innovation – examples of how cloud-first strategies can deliver near cost-neutral transformation.
  • The power of data and AI – unlocking insights to drive policy decisions, resource planning and community outcomes.
  • Security by design – ensuring resilience and compliance while modernising IT estates.

Join us to explore how technology can help you adapt and capitalise as demands and policies change.

Speakers

  • Jon Portlock Cloud Director, Digital Space
  • Peter Male AWS Director, Digital Space
  • Gery Beddow Head of Public Sector, Digital Space

Who can join our events?

Our events are open to everyone and relevant to all levels of staff, from new joiners right through to senior executives. This creates a vibrant mix which promotes innovation, sharing of best practice and drives the modernisation of public services.

Attendance is included in our membership and partnership packages. A fee may apply for non-members. Please see individual event registration details for more information.

Contact us to discuss your options

Public sector – contact Poppy Whelan. Private sector – contact Aimie Francis.