GovTech – the use of hot technology to enhance the delivery of governmental services and upgrade civic infrastructure – is an explosively growing sector at the intersection of innovation and public sector mission. Accenture analysis indicates GovTech could become a £320 billion global market by 2025. Underpinning this rise are cutting-edge technologies being deployed to […]
Scotland has seen a surge of innovation and entrepreneurship in GovTech – technology companies aimed at providing services and solutions for governmental agencies and the public sector. As these Scottish GovTech start-ups seek to expand and scale their impact, a key priority becomes raising investment and financing to fund growth. However, the Scottish ecosystem has […]
As we journey through the 21st century, the swift and relentless tide of technological innovation has not only left a permanent imprint on the business landscape but has also begun to transform the public sector across the globe. This transformation has given rise to a burgeoning ecosystem known as Government Technology, or ‘GovTech’ for short. […]
Background With the recent news that the Scottish Business Network have been appointed to drive the establishment and effective growth of the Scottish GovTech Cluster it is clear that Scotland is committed to driving gains in efficiencies and enhancements to the delivery of public services utilising existing and emerging technologies. So, what of GovTech and […]
Our choice of the ‘Unicorn’ for the Scottish GovTech Cluster is not a decision made lightly, but a deliberate alignment with powerful symbolism, heritage and a commitment to innovation. The unicorn, a mythical creature of grace, purity and power, is not just a fancy of fantasy, but a potent symbol deeply rooted in Scottish history. […]
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, technology’s transformative power is increasingly delivering huge benefits to commercial organisations with the know-how. But it’s also shaping the functionality of governments around the world. Known as ‘GovTech,’ this sector is on a mission to revolutionise the public sector. By deploying leading-edge technological solutions and innovative strategies to overhaul outdated […]