New data tool to transform Scotland’s construction industry welcomed by minister
A “revolutionary” new data dashboard could lead to greater openness, transparency and information exchange in Scotland’s construction industry. Industry collaboration body the Scottish Construction Leadership Forum (CLF) launched the online tool in a…
£95m ultrafast broadband boost for Scotland
Over 250,000 Scottish homes and businesses are set for a major broadband boost thanks to a £95m investment by leading digital network provider Openreach. More than 50 further communities across Scotland…
Could Elon Musk’s hyperloop vision gain traction in Aberdeen?
Students have released their innovative designs for a series of sustainable and ambitious projects, including Scotland’s first ‘hyperloop’ transport system – high-speed trains housed in sealed tubes. Budding architects at…
Scotland’s planning system in line for £35m digital overhaul
Scotland’s planning system is to be digitally transformed with a ‘next generation’ smart gateway that will track applications in realtime and revolutionise the way citizens and business engage with the…
Scotland’s planning system in line for £35m digital overhaul
Scotland’s planning system is to be digitally transformed with a ‘next generation’ smart gateway that will track applications in realtime and revolutionise the way citizens and business engage with the…
Scottish Futures Trust looks to boost BIM uptake across school building programme
The Scottish Futures Trust (SFT) has launched a new Standard Information Management Plan (SIMP) which will enhance infrastructure delivery and performance within the Scottish government’s Learning Estate Investment Programme. The…
Scottish Futures Trust looks to boost BIM uptake across school building programme
The Scottish Futures Trust (SFT) has launched a new Standard Information Management Plan (SIMP) which will enhance infrastructure delivery and performance within the Scottish government’s Learning Estate Investment Programme. The…
New technology transforms how Scotland’s historic buildings are managed, maintained and repaired
A new software tool, which allows surveys and fabric inspections of traditional buildings to be carried out digitally, has been developed by Historic Environment Scotland (HES), The University of Edinburgh…
Making the most of Scotland’s public buildings
Our infrastructure supports our communities, public services, wellbeing and economic growth. It encompasses all assets that enable the delivery of public services, including schools, hospitals, transport, digital connectivity and housing….
Private: Building with vision
Digital technology is helping make better, safer, greener buildings. How far has Scotland still to go on that journey? The construction world is being reshaped by digital technology. Greater understanding of…
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Why innovation and marketing are the perfect partners to make changes that matter
With the rapid evolution of traditional marketing and the appearance of digital marketing, technology and innovation has become part of any marketer’s life without the need of working for a…
Transitioning to a four-day week – CEO’s vow to strike a healthier balance in the workplace
I came to Scotland nearly 20 years ago from Ireland, with no contacts but a lot of determination. While Ireland will always be my home, Scotland has given me amazing…
Women Lead: The female-led company championing intuitive working
Over the last two years, the pandemic forced a shift to more remote and flexible working practices. Whilst we might be seeing a “return to normal”, some companies are choosing…
Women Lead: My passion for young people to consider a career in digital
Twenty years ago, I stumbled across my career in digital marketing almost by accident. It was during my honours degree in marketing at Glasgow Caledonian University. I was on work…
Women Lead: Inclusive Silicon Valley cohort gives hope to entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds
Things are happening on the Scottish tech scene. Big and small initiatives are creating a fantastic ripple effect on the sector, bottom up and top down, thanks to the recommendations…
Women Lead: The story of an entrepreneurial scientist
I first arrived in Scotland over 20 years ago. I had £75 in my wallet and a scholarship offer to do a PhD at the University of Edinburgh. Sometimes I…
Please mind the gap… or healthcare may fall
Imagine sharing a lengthy train journey with others. From beginning to end, imagine how often you might hear ‘mind the gap’ messages about embarking and disembarking safely. Picture how navigating…
Women Lead: My journey from Dragons’ Den to Silicon Valley
Following her appearance on Dragons’ Den, Sheila Hogan, serial entrepreneur, founder and chief executive of digital legacy vault, Biscuit Tin, shares her experience of her time in the Den and…