Designing the Future: Shaping Tomorrow’s Public Services - TechNext Fringe

Designing the Future: Shaping Tomorrow’s Public Services - TechNext Fringe

Join top innovators at Designing the Future, a day of real change in UK public services. We're not just talking—we deliver.

By Scrumconnect Ltd

Date and time

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 11:00 - 16:00 GMT+1

Location

The Boiler House

The Boiler House Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU United Kingdom

Agenda

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Welcome and refreshments

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

"Designing for Everyone: The Path to True Accessibility"

Craig Abbott, ex Head of Accessibility at DWP


In this talk, Craig will cover the state of the current landscape when it comes to accessibility and user-centred design, and some of the emerging challenges teams face, even after there is buy-in fo...

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Catered Lunch

1:30 AM - 2:00 AM

Beyond the Buzz: Realising the Potential of GenAIOps

Jack Perschke, Founding Director: Centre for GenAIOps


Join Jack for a compelling dive into the next wave of technological innovation with generative AI. In his talk, Jack will cut through the hype to spotlight what's genuinely groundbreaking about GenAI...

2:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Refreshment Break

2:15 PM - 3:00 PM

Panel Discussion

Fay Cooper, Head of Product at Northumberland Council

Craig Abbott, ex Head of Accessibility at DWP

Jack Perschke, Founding Director: Centre of GenAIOps

Mac Misuira, Data Scientist at NICD

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Keynote Fireside Chat with Richard Corbridge


Fireside Chat with Richard Corbridge, CDIO at DWP Digital. Topics: Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Big Data and the Future of Public Services.

About this event

  • 5 hours

Welcome to the TechNext Scrumconnect Fringe Event!

"Designing the Future: Shaping Tomorrow’s Public Services" cuts through the noise to deliver real change in the UK public sector. Join us at Newcastle University’s Boiler House for a transformative day of action-oriented discussions led by pioneers at the forefront of public service innovation. This isn’t just another conference—it’s a strategic session where leading minds challenge the status quo and drive tangible improvements. Be at the forefront of redefining government efficiency and inclusivity. We’re not just talking about potential—we’re delivering it."

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