A traditional approach to data governance can hinder the progress of AI and ML. Federated governance provides a new perspective; focused on principles rather than processes.
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The Microsoft x Met Office hackathon
Usually, when we hear the word hackathon it’s easy to think of an intense atmosphere with competing teams beavering away to be the first to crack the code. The hackathon I attended in October 2022 was a little different.
It’s time public sector leaders recognise data’s potential
Data is crucial for our public sector organisations to make better, more informed and fairer decisions at a faster pace.
8 golden rules of data-driven public services
To set the public sector on the right path in their digital projects, we want to challenge organisations to step away from their traditional methods. Here’s what you need to know to make your next data-driven project a success.
Measuring the carbon footprint of your Python applications
With environmental targets an ever-growing concern, building applications that are as efficient as possible is more important than ever. Data is the key to understanding the environmental impact your applications have. With this in mind, how do you begin to measure the carbon footprint of your software?
ChatGPT: what the public sector needs to know
Let’s take a look at large language model artifical intelligences. Are they suitable for use in the public sector? Here’s everything you need to know to make an informed choice.
Why data ethics matter
We’re hoping to see data ethics develop as we discuss opinions and points of view of diverse communities of developers, customers and citizens.
What is the difference between a data analyst, engineer and scientist?
Organisations are starting to see the value of how data insights can create change. But in such a complex space, it can be hard to figure out what data scientists, engineers and analysts each do.
The foundations of data-driven government
Before starting data projects, it’s important for public sector teams to make sure they have the right technical, operational and cultural foundations. In this post I’d like to share what these foundations are, why they matter and how to get them right. If you work in and around data, you probably know a lot of this. But if you work in the public sector digital space and you’re hoping to make better use of your data, this is hopefully of some use!
4 reasons an open source data approach will improve local authority services
In this post, our Head of Local Government Glen Ocsko looks at 4 reasons why open source data can help local government organisations provide better services.
