Scotland’s natural heritage agency moves to electric-only fleet
The public body responsible for Scotland’s natural heritage has invested £328,250 in 10 electric light commercial vehicles. NatureScot, formerly known as Scottish Natural Heritage, awarded the contract to South Korean…
New website launched to target online loan sharks
A new website has been launched to provide advice to members of the public who are increasingly being targeted by online loan sharks. The Stop Illegal Lending portal is a…
Scotland’s last Auschwitz survivor leaves £500,000 legacy to technology research
Scotland’s last Auschwitz survivor has left in her will a £500,000 gift to fund quantum technology research at a Scottish university. Judith Rosenberg, who was born in Hungary and had…
It won’t be a walk in the park, but creating new ways to live and work could transform lives
Creating ‘20-minute neighbourhoods’ is one of many ideas aimed at building a more inclusive and sustainable society During the pandemic people’s worlds generally became smaller, due to lockdowns and ongoing…
Holographic building visualisation among 5G benefits to construction sector
Recently, the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre held an online event that looked at the potential impact of 5G on construction, from design, through to manufacture and build as well as…
Building Scotland’s reputation on the world stage for data and AI
It’s been a difficult year for every aspect of our society, with the wider implications of the Covid-19 pandemic acutely felt by our business community. However, it’s been inspiring to…
The time is right for digital transformation
When the coronavirus pandemic hit in early 2020, UK businesses were amongst the most prepared according to Xerox’s global research[1]. The trend for digital transformation had already paved the way…
Five year digital strategy aims achieved in a matter of months, says Scotland’s most senior judge
Scotland’s most senior judge has said the digital ambitions of the nation’s courts and tribunals service were achieved in ‘one fifteenth’ of the time allotted in its five-year strategic plan….
Safe return for all students to college and university
New guidance has been published to help Scotland’s colleges and universities prepare for a safe and phased return to campus. The guidance has been developed in partnership with colleges, universities,…
Criminals seek to exploit COVID-19 outbreak
Criminals are exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic and playing on the fears of businesses and the public, Scotland’s Serious Organised Crime Taskforce has heard. Organised crime groups are now focusing on targeting those most…
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We need to shout about our successes. Liz Fletcher on celebrating women in biotech
Throughout my career in biotechnology and life sciences, I have seen many women leading ground-breaking research studies in their fields of expertise. Yet, and I include myself in this, we…
Getting the best out of patient data is key to unlocking future health benefits in Scotland
It is important that clinicians’ voices are heard in the consultation around Scotland’s new health and care data strategy, which closes this week (12 August). Busy GPs like myself are the trusted…
How motherhood helped me be a better leader
Consider this an open letter to anyone I have worked with before I became a mother and before I fully understood how being a parent is actually a prized asset…
‘We cannot achieve our goals without entrepreneurs’ – Kate Forbes on vision for new ‘tech scaler’ network
From the very start of my ministerial career, I have had responsibility for the Scottish tech sector – and I can still say what I have said from the start,…
Finding a role in cyber was ‘tough’ for Cheryl Torano. Now she’s determined to help other women join an under-represented industry
When I decided to upskill to change careers at the age of 30 and dive into the digital world, I knew I would be starting out at the bottom of…
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…