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Stuck in a privacy versus innovation rut? Hello, synthetic data!

Synthetic data provides a secure, risk-free alternative to real datasets for AI training, analytics, and business insights. Unlike mock data, it accurately mimics real-world patterns while ensuring privacy and compliance. Used in finance, government, and technology, it enables innovation without regulatory hurdles. Success depends on rigorous validation, bias control, and strategic implementation.

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The AI shake-up that's changing everything for CxO's

DeepSeek’s open-source AI model offers CxOs a low-cost, secure alternative to proprietary AI, enabling innovation, financial control, and responsible deployment while supporting public and private sector digital transformation.

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Scrumconnect strengthens its commitment to apprenticeships in line with the UK’s digital strategy

Scrumconnect drives UK apprenticeships, hiring quarterly and advancing AI talent. Partnering with DfE, it's shaping digital solutions to develop future skills.

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The impact of data quality on Generative AI in government

In the United Kingdom, the integration of AI into government operations holds significant promise for enhancing public services, policy formulation, and administrative efficiency. But, as is the case with any AI innovation, its success rests on one critical factor: data quality.

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DeepSeek or DeepShock? What the public sector needs to know

DeepSeek, a China-based AI developer, is shaking up the market with the unveiling of affordable, open source large language models (LLMs) that run on minimal processing power.

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AI in Public Sector digital transformation: innovations, challenges, and strategic insights

AI is enhancing UK public services through automation and data-driven decisions. Scrumconnect supports this transformation with ethical, user-focused digital solutions. Collaboration between government and industry will drive smarter, more efficient services.

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Improving the delivery of public services requires inclusive, high-quality data

The government has an ambitious and exciting strategy to position the UK as a global leader in artificial intelligence and to use this strategy to transform the ways that it delivers public services. But AI is only as effective as the data that fuels it.

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Why the government’s AI Opportunities Action plan hinges on breaking down data barriers

The UK government has now unveiled its AI Opportunities Action Plan, accepting all 50 recommendations made by tech entrepreneur and Advanced Research and Invention Agency chair, Matt Clifford CBE. It hopes to position Britain as a global leader in artificial intelligence, enhancing public services and driving economic growth.

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Fay Cooper joins Scrumconnect Consulting

Scrumconnect Consulting is delighted to welcome Fay Cooper as our new Chief Product Officer.

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David Clark joins Scrumconnect Consulting

We are delighted to welcome our new Head of Marketing, David Clark.

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New Leadership at Scrumconnect in 2025

We are pleased to announce Patrick Costello, Fay Cooper and David Clark are joining Scrumconnect Consulting. These strategic appointments align with our mission to Make Digital Easy for the services and empower millions. With their leadership, we’re poised to expand our impact across public and private sectors, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions.

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Our 2025 predictions

As the year comes to a close, we’ve asked members of Scrumconnect’s leadership team to offer their thoughts on changes and evolutions they anticipate in the industry over the coming year.

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Scrumconnect Consulting Wins Major Contract with MHCLG

Scrumconnect Consulting has been awarded a two-year contract with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), valued at up to £19 million.

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IDPD2024: Disability, Accessibility and Inclusion

This month marks both UK Disability History Month and the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), occasions dedicated to advocating for the rights, inclusion, and contributions of persons with disabilities.

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Scrumconnect Secures £19M DfE Contracts to Transform Education

Scrumconnect Consulting is proud to announce our partnership with Aire Logic on two transformative contracts with the Department for Education (DfE). Together, we are set to deliver over £19 million worth of projects aimed at modernising schools and improving education services across the UK, aligning with the Government’s £1.4 billion commitment to education sector investment.

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Shilpa Kaluti wins Highly Commended Woman of the Year award

Celebrating Excellence: Shilpa Kaluti Wins Highly Commended Woman of the Year Award

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Scrumconnect Spotlight: Sarat Kumar

In our new edition of Scrumconnect Spotlight, we speak to Sarat Kumar about his role as a Senior Interaction Designer. We delve into his career journey, the importance of accessibility in service design, and his advice for aspiring designers.

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Think Digital Government Conference 2024: Insights

On 19th November 2024, the Think Digital Government conference brought together leaders, innovators, and practitioners at Westminster, London, to discuss the future of digital government.

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Scrumconnect awarded G-Cloud 14 Lot 4 Framework Contract

Scrumconnect is pleased to announce its successful award of G-Cloud 14 Lot 4 Framework Contract.

CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPLIANCE

We are committed to continuously providing the best in tech with our people, practices and technology through our certifications.

COMMITTED TO DISABILITY RIGHTS

COMMITTED TO DISABILITY RIGHTS

Scrumconnect is committed to disability rights.

CYBER ESSENTIALS PLUS

CYBER ESSENTIALS PLUS

This enhanced government-endorsed standard demonstrates that we have implemented the essential plus security requirements for protecting your data, and that of your client’s, against unskilled internet-based cyber attackers.

CCS Cloud Compute 2 FRAMEWORK

CCS Cloud Compute 2 FRAMEWORK

We are a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) Cloud Compute 2  framework, a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality services to the UK public sector.

ISO 9001 AND 27001

ISO 9001 AND 27001

An integrated management system, designed for ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2015, operates across our business. These are regularly reviewed in order to ensure the continuous improvement  to meet the needs of our customers and stakeholders.