Data (2/2): The importance of qualitative insights in decision-making
Introduction Across the UK, public sector organisations spend significant time and money engaging residents. Yet many still struggle to … Read more about Data (2/2): The importance of qualitative insights in decision-making
Data (1/2): A practical strategy guide for local government
Introduction A data strategy sets out how an organisation governs, manages, shares and uses data. It should support strategic … Read more about Data (1/2): A practical strategy guide for local government
Managing supply chain cyber risk in practice
Introduction Supply chain cyber risk is now a major challenge for public sector organisations. As local authorities rely on … Read more about Managing supply chain cyber risk in practice
Your at-a-glance guide to Socitm membership
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In Our View, issue 44
President’s welcome: Let’s support and learn from each other in this time of change Welcome to the magazine and … Read more about In Our View, issue 44
Socitm benchmarking summary 2026
Highlights ICT revenue spend Although ICT is more critical than ever, the benchmark proportion of total organisational revenue spent … Read more about Socitm benchmarking summary 2026
2025 Annual Report
A year of transformation and purpose – president’s introduction Welcome to this year’s annual report. The last 12 months … Read more about 2025 Annual Report
LGR: contracts, data and cyber risks
This publication has been produced with the support of Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Introduction Local government reorganisation (LGR) represents … Read more about LGR: contracts, data and cyber risks
10 key cyber security questions for public sector leaders – Infographic
Cyber security remains a critical concern for public sector leaders, as the digital landscape evolves rapidly. The strategic foundation … Read more about 10 key cyber security questions for public sector leaders – Infographic
10 key questions for public sector leaders – Infographic
Public services are operating in an increasingly complex digital environment, where expectations are rising and change is constant. Through … Read more about 10 key questions for public sector leaders – Infographic
Preventing credential theft: Five action points for school leaders – Infographic
1. Mandate and implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for school email accounts Ensure MFA is in place for all staff … Read more about Preventing credential theft: Five action points for school leaders – Infographic
Preventing credential theft: Five action points for local authority help desk staff – Infographic
1. Implement robust, out-of-band identity verification For sensitive requests, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) resets, we recommend use of … Read more about Preventing credential theft: Five action points for local authority help desk staff – Infographic
Sample terms of reference for an Artificial Intelligence Governance Board
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly developing set of technologies with the potential to support and improve the … Read more about Sample terms of reference for an Artificial Intelligence Governance Board
