Robin Knowles

United Kingdom

CEO DigitalLeaders @digileaders since 2009 #DLWeek since 2017 and #Digilounge since Covid - Leadership, Digital Transformation ,Techforgood, Virtual Events.

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Poor data is holding back transparency on the reporting of public procurement

Nov 7, 2024 | digileaders.com | Robin Knowles |Louise Westcott

With the public sector spending £400Bn per annum, and the need to deliver more for less across local, regional and national government, the need to better understand how money is being spent puts good data at the heart of improving the process. Reasons for this include the ability to:Monitor procurement markets and trends: Governments can describe spending and time trends, and compare performance across entities, regions, contract types, etc.
7 tips for delivering Innovation in Local Government

Sep 12, 2024 | digileaders.com | Robin Knowles |Louise Westcott

I recently had the opportunity to participate in a roundtable held on July 17th, where leaders from local government and digital transformation sectors came together to discuss the challenges and opportunities of delivering innovation through procurement. The roundtable featured input from MHCLG, Greater London Authority, Scottish Local Government and the Innovation Procurement Empowerment Centre. Each of them brought a unique perspective on digital transformation and public sector innovation.
Why this Digital Leaders Week I shall be staying home.

Jun 27, 2024 | digileaders.com | Robin Knowles |Louise Westcott

This year will be the 7th time that DLWeek 14-18 October, our shared knowledge and learning Week takes place. As we say in the blurb, “those like you, with the answers or experience to drive forward the digital transformation of the UK are taking part, sharing the very best practice and offering solutions that are practical”But, what does that mean in reality?