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.
Today marks End Digital Poverty Day, a significant occasion hosted by the Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA) to raise awareness and drive action towards eliminating digital poverty by 2030. As we join this vital conversation, we at Scrumconnect are proud to highlight our ongoing efforts to address the digital skills gap, a key component of ending digital poverty.
Understanding the Digital Skills Gap
The digital skills gap is a pressing issue, with 82% of UK jobs now requiring digital skills. This gap is not just a challenge for individuals seeking employment but also a barrier to economic growth and social inclusion. There’s an urgent need for a coordinated approach to upskill and retain digital talent.
Scrumconnect’s Initiatives: Bridging the Gap
At Scrumconnect, we are committed to addressing these challenges through a multifaceted approach:
Aligning with DPA’s Mission
End Digital Poverty Day is a reminder of the importance of collective action in addressing digital exclusion. As the DPA highlights, achieving digital equality requires a unified effort from businesses, government, and third sector organisations. We are proud to align our efforts with this mission, contributing to a broader movement aimed at providing equal digital access and opportunities.
Looking Ahead
As we participate in today’s events and discussions, we reaffirm our commitment to tackling the digital skills gap. By leveraging our partnerships, engaging with local communities and fostering diversity, Scrumconnect is dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We invite everyone to join the conversation, support the DPA’s initiatives and contribute to the mission of ending digital poverty for all.
For more information on how you can get involved, visit the Digital Poverty Alliance’s website and join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #EndDigitalPovertyDay.
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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Scrumconnect is pleased to announce its successful award of G-Cloud 14 Lot 4 Framework Contract.
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Scrumconnect is committed to disability rights.
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.
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.
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.