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
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
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
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
This publication has been produced with the support of HSO Introduction: What challenges is local government facing in 2026? Local government in … Read more about Local government digital and technology priorities
Introduction These guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) have been created to support elected members in utilising … Read more about Guidelines for elected members on the use of artificial intelligence (AI)
This publication has been produced with the support of Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Introduction In December 2025, Socitm, the … Read more about Maximising social value in procurement: Measurement and evaluation for buyers
Public services across the UK are at a turning point. Demand continues to rise while capacity, skills and funding … Read more about Public Sector Digital Trends 2026: Executive summary
“Digital twins are about collecting real world data to create a digital model that replicates the real-world that you … Read more about Digital twins (3/3): Practical steps for implementation
Key findings Horizonal service integration: One Login is primarily designed for central government’s vertical service model, where each department … Read more about One Login local government discovery
Introduction Socitm partnered with the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) to deliver a virtual workshop in July called: Empowering suppliers … Read more about Empowering suppliers through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Background information Credential theft is a persistent and significant risk for educational institutions, particularly when multi-factor authentication (MFA) is … Read more about Preventing credential theft: Guidance for schools
Background information Credential theft remains a significant and persistent risk for educational institutions and their supporting local authorities, especially … Read more about Preventing credential theft: Guidance for local authority help desks
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
This publication has been produced with the support of Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Background Defining social value Social value … Read more about Procurement and social value: Supplier and local authority perspectives
All staff Cyber threats and incidents Cyber incidents can have a significant impact on staff, both professionally and personally. … Read more about Cyber security guidance for public sector practitioners
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