Carol Williams on leading Socitm and local government change
When I sat down with Carol Williams to reflect on her year as President of Socitm, I knew we’d … Read more
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Impera Analytics: turning data into decisions that matter
Guest post from our friends and colleagues at Impera Analytics: They love to reflect not only on organisational milestones … Read more
LGR North Yorkshire Council. If I knew then, what I know now
In this blog post I’ll be looking back over the last 2 years. I am going to share my … Read more
Using WeChange.AI to increase technology utilisation – Folkestone and Hythe District Council
Steve Weakley, digital and ICT manager, and Andrina Smith, chief officer, people and customer services for Folkestone and Hythe … Read more
Discussion: Local government reorganisation and devolution
Technology offers an opportunity to transform public services for the better. From registering to vote, to data solutions for … Read more
Socitm’s AI benchmarking pilot and Coventry City Council’s use of AI
Challenges Several challenges were identified by Socitm and Coventry regarding AI implementation: Approach Step 1 – Microsoft 365 Copilot … Read more
Women in tech, considering a career in public sector IT?
Here’s how to find your confidence Thinking about a career in public sector IT? It’s a field with lots … Read more
Using Socitm benchmarking to transform a service desk operation – Argyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute Council’s ICT production manager, John McVey, focuses on how Socitm’s benchmarking service allowed the local authority … Read more
How Socitm benchmarking supports data-driven decision making – Argyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute Council has used Socitm’s benchmarking service since 2005. ICT production manager John McVey discusses how the … Read more
Socitm benchmarking survey exposed need for transformation support – Dorset Council
James Ailward, head of IT operations (CTO) for Dorset Council, found contrasting results when he ran Socitm’s benchmarking and … Read more
Coaching at work: the power of ‘Ask! Don’t tell.’
As a facilitator for Socitm’s coaching skills course, I often witness first hand the transformative power it has in … Read more
Digital Trends 2025: Beyond Borders
The public sector is no stranger to change, or new trends, but 2025 presents a pivotal moment. As demands … Read more
What the VUCA!?@*
Navigating leadership in a VUCA world As we enter 2025, UK public sector leaders face unprecedented challenges in a … Read more
Using Socitm benchmarking for independent, cost-effective comparisons – Worcestershire CC
Worcestershire County Council’s former assistant director for ICT and digital, Sandra Taylor (also a former Socitm president) discusses the … Read more
Local impact, global change: net zero initiatives for our communities – a policy focus
Empowering Communities: Place-based sustainability for a fair and equitable future As we navigate through the challenges of climate change, … Read more
Making the most of Socitm resources
As well as the people you meet and connections you make at online and in-person events, you have access … Read more
Making the most of Socitm events
Keeping on top of current and future technology and trends is essential. There are a lot. The challenges you … Read more
Making the most of Socitm learning
As an charitable organisation, Socitm is dedicated to supporting the people who provide local public services. We understand that … Read more