Public Sector stories
UK warned cyber security efforts lag behind evolving threats
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UK experts warn ransomware tactics are advancing rapidly, pressuring government to overhaul cyber resilience amid rising attacks on public and private sectors.
Overcoming technology, process and integration hurdles: The role of the CIO amid local government reform
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digital transformation
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customer service
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public sector
Local government reform in England demands CIOs overcome tech and process challenges to ensure smooth service delivery during major council restructures.
Legacy systems hampering UK public sector digital progress
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digital transformation
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data privacy
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Only 6% of UK public sector organisations have fully embraced digital transformation, with legacy systems and skill shortages causing major delays, research finds.
Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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smart home
Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.
Atturra secures all six Microsoft Cloud Partner badges in Australia
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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Atturra becomes one of Australia's first Microsoft partners to earn all six Solution Designations, highlighting its expertise in Microsoft Cloud services.
Roc launches platform to cut waste & speed payments in construction
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it services
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public sector
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automation
Roc Technologies launches Digital Cost Assurance under Coria to cut waste, prevent fraud, and speed payments in UK construction, saving millions for public projects.
Excite raises AUD $2.8 million to expand cyber security training
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Excite Technology Services raises AUD $2.8 million to boost cyber security growth, funding its advanced digital forensics training centre and offensive security services.
UiPath launches free AI automation training for public sector
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it training
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digital transformation
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ai
UiPath launches free training to equip public sector workers with agentic automation and AI skills amid evolving government workforce needs.
Ramsay Health & Westpac win for AI innovation on Appian
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Appian's 2025 Innovation Awards honour Ramsay Health Care and Westpac for pioneering AI and process orchestration to transform services and boost efficiency.
Commvault Cloud secures GovRAMP Authorised High impact status
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data protection
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
Commvault’s Cloud platform has earned GovRAMP Authorised status at High impact, becoming the sole vendor with GovRAMP, FedRAMP High, and FIPS 140-3 validations in cyber resilience.
Police warned over shifting information to Microsoft cloud services
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Police warned of 'very high' privacy risks in shifting sensitive data to Microsoft's cloud, amid a cautious trial in Wellington started in 2023.
David Senior named chief financial officer at Nasstar Group
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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cfo
David Senior has been appointed CFO of Nasstar, succeeding Kevin Dangerfield, as the firm aims to bolster financial operations amid growth in tech services.
Sync achieves strong 2024 growth & wins four UK frameworks
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saas
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digital transformation
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cleantech
Manchester-based Sync reported a 17.5% revenue rise and 46.7% boost in software sales for 2024, securing four new UK national framework contracts.
Warp Technologies appoints new leaders, wins Microsoft status
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digital transformation
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apm
Warp Technologies appoints Natalie Bell as Director of Growth and earns Microsoft Solutions Partner status to boost AI and digital innovation capabilities.
Rubrik expands executive team, appoints Kavitha Mariappan CTxO
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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cx
Rubrik appoints Kavitha Mariappan as Chief Transformation Officer to drive cyber resilience and client engagement amid rising digital threats.
Vantiq partners with Etevers to boost AI in Korean public sector
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smart cities
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digital transformation
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Vantiq partners with Etevers to expand real-time AI systems in South Korea's healthcare and government sectors, boosting digital transformation efforts.
M Group to acquire Telent as growth lifts revenue to GBP £3bn
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network infrastructure
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public sector
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emergency services
M Group to acquire Telent, enhancing digital infrastructure services and expanding sector reach, pending regulatory approval in the UK and Ireland.
Cantarus expands CRM services with acquisition of FlexRM
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Cantarus acquires London-based CRM specialist FlexRM to enhance digital services for sectors including non-profits, public sector, and membership organisations.
Australians spend 9.8 million hours on hold to government
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A new study reveals 57% of Australians say better government customer service could sway their vote, with 9.8 million hours spent on hold to agencies in 2024.
European cybersecurity market sees 18% growth in sales
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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network security
The European cybersecurity market grew 18% in Q1 2025, driven by Germany's 23% and Italy's remarkable 37% sales increases, suggests CONTEXT.