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

Authors and contributors: Jon Portlock, Peter Male
From Population Shifts to Policy Shifts: How Technology Drives Smarter Outcomes | Digital Space

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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.