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...
Investing in innovation
Data Driven Entrepreneurship programme supports post-Covid recovery Despite the many unknowns of the Covid pandemic, one thing has always been obvious – the economic damage caused by the crisis is...
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...
Digital Pen that Detects Neuromotor Illnesses Gets Major Cash Injection
Manus Neurodynamica, a medical technology firm based in Edinburgh, has secured £750,000 in funding for its digital pen technology which provides an early warning of Parkinson’s disease. The company says...
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...
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