Walking the Talk: Innovation in the Public Sector

While technology holds significant promise for revolutionising both the economy and public sector, real-world examples of successful implementation remain rare. The Scottish Government's CivTech programme stands out as a pioneering force in public sector innovation. As CivTech launches its 10th Cohort in London, techUK is pleased to host an event exploring the key factors behind the programme’s success.Join us for an engaging session where leaders from CivTech and their partner businesses will discuss their innovative solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in the public sector. Highlights of the session will include:Cyber Security: Addressing ransomware and public sector security with Lupovis and Swordbreaker.Health: Supporting workforce participation through menopause with Lumino.Natural Capital and Nature Finance: Promoting high-integrity biodiversity credits with Credit Nature.Digital Public Services: Enhancing digital identity and communications with Interrobang and Net Company.Event AgendaTotal Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes14:00: Welcome from techUK14:05: Introduction to CivTech14:15: Panel Discussion and Q&A featuring:Geoff Huggins, Director of Digital at the Scottish GovernmentA representative from one of the participating companiesChaired by techUK14:45: Breakout Sessions on the following challenge areas:Cyber SecurityHealthNatural Capital and Nature FinanceDigital Public ServicesEach session will include an overview of the Challenge and potential outcomes15:15: Informal Networking and Closing Remarks15:30: FinishWho Should Attend?This event is designed for professionals in the public sector, third sector, and academia who have an interest in innovation and the specific challenges addressed by CivTech. Additional events focusing on business opportunities and how to apply to CivTech Round 10 will be available separately.PhotographsPlease note that photographs may be taken at the event. These will be used by CivTech and techUK for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please contact us ([email protected]) if you have any concerns.Please NoteWhen reserving your ticket, you can choose to attend only the "Introduction to CivTech and Panel Session," which falls under 'General Admission,' or you can opt to participate in both this session and a breakout session. For more details, please refer to the options listed below.

CIVTECH Scottish Government
Scotland House London
58 Victoria Embankment London, EC4Y 0DS (Map)

While technology holds significant promise for revolutionising both the economy and public sector, real-world examples of successful implementation remain rare. The Scottish Government's CivTech programme stands out as a pioneering force in public sector innovation. As CivTech launches its 10th Cohort in London, techUK is pleased to host an event exploring the key factors behind the programme’s success.

Join us for an engaging session where leaders from CivTech and their partner businesses will discuss their innovative solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in the public sector. Highlights of the session will include:


  • Cyber Security: Addressing ransomware and public sector security with Lupovis and Swordbreaker.
  • Health: Supporting workforce participation through menopause with Lumino.
  • Natural Capital and Nature Finance: Promoting high-integrity biodiversity credits with Credit Nature.
  • Digital Public Services: Enhancing digital identity and communications with Interrobang and Net Company.


Event Agenda

Total Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

14:00: Welcome from techUK

14:05: Introduction to CivTech

14:15: Panel Discussion and Q&A featuring:

  • Geoff Huggins, Director of Digital at the Scottish Government
  • A representative from one of the participating companies
  • Chaired by techUK

14:45: Breakout Sessions on the following challenge areas:

  • Cyber Security
  • Health
  • Natural Capital and Nature Finance
  • Digital Public Services
  • Each session will include an overview of the Challenge and potential outcomes

15:15: Informal Networking and Closing Remarks

15:30: Finish


Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for professionals in the public sector, third sector, and academia who have an interest in innovation and the specific challenges addressed by CivTech. Additional events focusing on business opportunities and how to apply to CivTech Round 10 will be available separately.

Photographs

Please note that photographs may be taken at the event. These will be used by CivTech and techUK for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please contact us ([email protected]) if you have any concerns.

Please Note

When reserving your ticket, you can choose to attend only the "Introduction to CivTech and Panel Session," which falls under 'General Admission,' or you can opt to participate in both this session and a breakout session. For more details, please refer to the options listed below.