Hamish Miller
COVID-19: Data and information management
No area of our life has remained untouched by the impact of COVID-19 and our information management practices are no exception. We are having to find new ways of working…
Theatres and artists in Scotland are eligible for training in how to adapt their programmes to the digital landscape
The funding body has launched a dedicated programme, for both creative organisations and individual artists, which is designed to help Scotland’s arts thrive online. It will cover how best to…
Tech solution to social distancing in the construction sector
Edinburgh-based Reactec has devised Safedistance to be used within construction, rail, manufacturing and other workplaces. Safedistance alerts workers if they have strayed to within two metres of a colleague. The…
Scotland’s R100 boss talks future broadband plans
The Programme Director for R100 (Reaching 100%) programme, Clive Downing speaks to ISPreview.co.uk This is an excellent article which explains the current status of the R100 programme supported explanatory links….
Broadband firms stand firm during pandemic
Average UK broadband speeds largely held up during the coronavirus (Covid-19) lockdown despite rising demand from home working, online lessons and TV streaming. This is according to recently launched Ofcom…
NHS Dumfries and Galloway launches messaging solution lowering Covid-19 test result times
NHS Dumfries & Galloway has adopted messaging technology from Netcall to support patients and staff communications on COVID-19 test results. Within two weeks the Board has implemented the system to…
Historic Environment Scotland produce PPE for NHS Scotland staff
3D printers were used by HES to create models for sites and collections for conservation. The public body has repurposed technology at its national conservation centre, the Engine Shed in…
Calls for action to challenge discrimination against women is STEM
A report has shed light on the extent of inequality still faced by women who work in STEM-related professions across Scotland. Equate Scotland has published the findings of a report…
Construction Scotland Innovation Centre launches recovery initiative
CSIC has launched a webinar events series as part of its i-Con COVID-19 support initiative for the built environment. The event, which will take place on May 19 from 12…
Museums Galleries Scotland continue their work online.
Although unable to open during the lockdown, museums and galleries have continued their work online with exhibitions and activities to help lift spirits and educate people about history. Museums Galleries…