News, thoughts and updates about the work happening across the UK to improve the digital capabilities and confidence of the nation.
New info and insight in our Digital Skills Directory 3.0
We’re excited to launch version 3.0 of our Digital Skills Directory – with new functionality and insight direct from FutureDotNow coalition partners. First published in 2020, our Digital Skills Directory brings together the details of digital skills initiatives and...
Liz Williams appointed to Govt. Digital Skills Council
Launched as part of the new UK Digital Strategy, the Council will provide a focal point for government and industry to address the digital skills shortage and quality deficit in the UK.
BLOG: How can the UK be an economic digital powerhouse when so many people lack the digital basics?
This week saw the launch of the Government’s new Digital Strategy. A significant piece of policy. I’m encouraged by what I read and concerned at what’s missing.
A digital skills crisis hidden in plain sight
9.6m can’t manage basic security settings, and more, says new analysis of the digital skills of c.30.3 million working people
Leader Perspective – Jacqueline de Rojas CBE, President, techUK
Throughout the pandemic, we have seen an increase in people recognising the importance of essential digital skills and signalling their interest in acquiring these skills through short online courses. We need to use this momentum coming out of the pandemic to drive...
Leader Perspective – Simon Eaves, CEO UK & Ireland, Accenture
Tomorrow’s businesses will need digital skills at every level. Their ability to meet changing customer expectations, improve business performance, increase productivity, drive innovation and create 360 degree value for multiple stakeholders will rely more and more on...
Leader Perspective – Sunil Patel, Chief Data Officer, PwC UK
Leader Perspective – Felicity Burch, Director of Innovation and Digital, CBI
Digital transformation is set to bring seismic changes to all parts of the UK economy. Automation and technology will create millions of new jobs, increasing employer demand for digital, STEM and interpersonal skills. And not just in the tech industry – a recent CBI...
