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We're going on tour! if you'd like to join our SME masterclass this year, see below 👇

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Not just in NHS, https://lnkd.in/exh46Xvr - slow moving orgs like the NHS and universities have a lot to learn about Dx from industry. #highereducation #nhsdigital

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Are you ready to invest in the future of your organisation's data capabilities? The University of Hertfordshire Enterprise Zone's new data science degree apprenticeship is designed to bridge the gap between academic excellence and practical skills, empowering apprentices to make an immediate impact in your organisation's data initiatives. Join us for an exclusive online information session tailored specifically for employers interested in nurturing the next generation of data-driven professionals. 📅 Date: Wednesday 8th May ⏰ Time: 11am 📍 Location: Online Event (registration link in comments below) During the session, you'll gain valuable insights into the structure and content of the programme, and learn about the benefits of either recruiting new data science apprentices for your organisation, or upskilling existing staff. Whether you're looking to enhance your data team or build one from scratch, this session will equip you with the knowledge and resources to unlock the full potential of data within your organisation. If you have any questions or specific topics you'd like covered in the session, drop me a DM or a comment below. #DataScience #DegreeApprenticeship #EmployerEngagement #DataStrategy

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Those companies and employers within the #DigitalSector in South East #Wales... Cardiff Capital Region Skills Partnership (Richard Tobutt) are collectively gathering information on basic and advanced #digital skills needs in order to identify the #skillsgaps and shortages faced by #employers... 👇 "We are calling on employers to share views on their #digitalskills needs, the relevance of #apprenticeship and training provision, equality and diversity challenges as well as identify progression pathways into digital #roles. Through the research, we aim to better understand the support needed for businesses across the SE and SW Wales regions, identify regional priorities, and inform key Llywodraeth policy areas. A survey has been developed which should take around 10-15 minutes to complete. Here is the link to the survey:https://lnkd.in/ecW2h8eY - Closing date is 31st July 2024. This is a great opportunity to inform the future planning and funding of post-16 digital skills provision and we would be grateful if you could circulate this request to any stakeholders who may be interested in supporting this important piece of work." Caryn Grimes / Vikki Stroud

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The Level 7 AI is in development and we’d love your input! What would you like to see in this programme? #datascience #ai #degreeapprenticeship #data #uon

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Please take time to read this valuable insight report

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Please support my project student's study - the impact of AI in project management

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Very good piece on the state on the Higher Education in the UK and how it lags behind other sectors in adopting new technology, while the recently elected government have shown little sign they understand the challenges. #HigherEducation #Universities #DigitalTransformation #BlendedLearning

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The future of UK higher education lies in collaboration. Our report with Jisc which examines how universities can leverage shared digital solutions for long-term sustainability and resilience is out now and available for download: https://lnkd.in/drm6mbmj

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Only two more days to go until the launch webinar (on Thursday 14th Nov) of the very cool EduDATA group, founded BY school/MAT data leaders FOR school/MAT data leaders. In my 10 minute session I will be: ❓ Explaining how it's surprisingly hard to define what a MIS is. 📈 Sharing the latest MIS market stats (which I have not yet blogged about). 😱 Sharing analysis that indicates there's likely to be a new "largest vendor" in the next 3-6 months! If you haven't already, use the link below to sign up.

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Last month I gave a TEDx talk with TEDxStaffordshireUniversity on why tech companies keep making technology that doesn't actually serve society, what motivates that, and how we as a society can push back against them. It was a brilliant experience and really pushed me out of my comfort zone (in terms of getting a strong message into a short time) as an academic and public speaker. I'm very grateful to the organisers and people who came along to support the event and am super pleased that I can now show the video of the event itself! In this short talk, I wanted to get across that disruptive technologies often are rushed to market without concern for the societal cost, and that this has been happening for a long time! I identified along the way some of the ways that we as a society, and as individuals, can push back against these technologies that attempt to steamroll over existing societal norms and values to provide returns not for society, but for shareholders and investors. My key messages are that we need to be critical of new technologies and resist hype that feeds an unsustainable growth-at-all-costs mindset. We need to ask who gains, and at what cost? We need to be brave and persistently and patiently advocate for alternatives and educate others about harms of these technologies, and to support societal initiatives that encourage development of technologies that benefit society. And finally: we need to push back and hold tech companies accountable for the societal costs of their innovations. https://lnkd.in/eaJP8rYF

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🤔 How can we ensure that communications about organisational transformations are of a high quality and effective? 🔊 The week has got off to a great start here at Durham University Business School with the second our business insights sessions for the #UG Managing Organisational Change module. We were delighted to welcome Jane Austin, HRD @Wave Utilities who gave a very engaging session on leading change in a startup company. One of the key points we focused on was the importance of communication and Jane shared some of her approaches for communicating about change (see presentation below). The quality of communications can have a significant impact on the outcomes of a business transformation. Empirical research has consistently demonstrated that effectively managed communication during transformational change is related to a range of positive employee outcomes. For example, studies (such as Parker, Jimmieson and Johnson, 2013) show a direct link between high-quality communication about change and reduced anxiety and uncertainty as well as enhanced self-efficacy to cope with impending changes. 📣 One way to ensure high quality communications is to deliver the message with the appropriate tone and style using: ➡️  Compassion: Show the audience that you care about their perspectives. Inform employees as soon as possible about the transformation: Why, When and How the process will evolve and within what expected time span. Emphasise ‘what is in it for the organization and for individuals and teams and ensure clarity on the ‘why’ – the rationale for the change. Remember to repeat and update this message regularly. ➡️ Clarity: Communicate clearly and repeat key messages. ➡️   Conciseness: Ensure that the message is short enough to internalize because long, complicated sentences can be hard to understand and demand more concentration. Keep communications short, clear and concise. ➡️ Connection: Connect emotionally with the audience and provide opportunities for employees to give feedback by: ensuring appropriate channels for employee voice  and that different groups feel able to access them; actively seeking people’s ideas; and taking action on feedback. ➡️  Candor. Admit what you don’t know, for instance, if an employee asks you whether there will be redundancies, and you are not sure whether they will happen or not. Your response might be: “I wish I could tell you exactly what is going to happen. We will give you updates as soon as we know them.” (source: Hodges, 2024). What else have you learnt that is important for ensuring high quality communications? Would love to hear your views. Lisa Davis Neil Graney Ushma Bhatt Ann-Marie Blake Emma Earl Jessica Crow Kimberly Shaw Nick Kemp Hayden Swerling Nicole Gahagan, Ed.D. Camilla Hemström Nisha Joshi - Leadership Coach and Delivery Consultant Jennifer Hoe Lisa Cardow Algy Ayson, MBA, PGDip, CMgr FCMI, MAPM #communications #businesstransformations #peoplecentricchange

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In addition to the ones mentioned below, you might want to try our short #course #climatesolutions #climateaction, #free if completed within three weeks: https://lnkd.in/eKgwY6mU

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Come and join us for this online webinar, exploring the complex and multi-faceted challenges shaping the HE landscape today!

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Share your views on innovation management practice. There is still time for you to contribute to this important survey… and it’s not only for innovation managers!

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On the AI ranch podcast, I recently had a fantastic conversation with my old friend and fellow AI and tech enthusiast, Evalds Urtans. We delved into a variety of topics, including AI, AI ethics, the latest advancements in technology, and even some retro tech. It’s always inspiring to exchange insights and thoughts with someone who shares the same passion for technology. #AI #AIEthics #Technology #RetroTech #Networking

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And for those of you wanting to know what we at the Leicester Centre for Phage Research have been up to in our first year here is a wee summary: https://lnkd.in/eZRDX6NM

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