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'Protecting rights, Protecting society: Balancing privacy and security in the UK' |
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In a keynote speech at Intellect about protecting people while protecting their rights, the Home Secretary announced a consultation on the use of RIPA (Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act) that will examine:
- a revision of the Codes of Practice that come under RIPA
- which public authorities can use RIPA powers
- how those powers are authorised, and who authorises their use
The Home Secretary also announced that there will be a consultation on proposed changes to RIPA powers to bring them in line with tests of safeguards, openness, proportionality and common sense.
Intellect is delighted to have hosted the speech. The technology industry plays an important role in the protection of UK citizens, from intelligent surveillance systems at airports to sophisticated DNA sampling to joined up national security services.
Rt. Hon Jacqui Smith keynote speech»
Rt. Hon Jacqui Smith keynote speech Q&A»
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Announcing Technology Business Expert, our brand NEW podcast! |
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Technology Business Expert, the essential new podcast from Intellect and ChangeBEAT for leaders, executives and ambitious professionals |
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Listen from your desk, or on the move, to an avalanche of expertise, analysis, ideas and practical approaches to all aspects of planning, marketing, selling and delivering technology. Each episode is spiced up with real-life 'war stories', triumphs and disasters, told by experts who have been there and done it in the field. We cover the full spectrum of topics of interest to the leadership of technology businesses, enabling you to mentally sit back and consider your plan for action. Our objective is to make you and your company even more successful, and to entertain you as we go.
To give you a flavour, here are some of the early episodes:
- Change Management - Don't Provoke the Change Beast!
- Consultative Selling - The Magic of Proud Oscar
- Qualification - Only Play to Win
- Sales Leadership - A Five Point Plan for Surviving the Perfect Storm
- Proposal Production - The Knockout Punch
- Business Planning - The Right Plan for the Job and Don't Forget the Pizza!
- Risk Assessment - The Cinderella of Team Selling Skills
- Project Management - Putting Princes and Wizards to Work
Technology Business Expert was recently chosen by Apple as a 'New and Notable' podcast on iTunes. Listen from your desk or on the move from your mp3 player or iPod.
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Intellect supports procurement tools |
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New OGC procurement tools could bring significant savings |
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New procurement tools recently launched by the Office of Government Commerce (OGC), developed in close collaboration with Intellect's Public Sector Council and suppliers, have the potential to bring significant savings and will help reduce the average length of public sector procurement processes.
The Pre-Qualification Tool will help senior management decide if a project is fit for purpose and provide more efficient procurement and delivery. The Joint Statement of Intent ensures a common understanding and set of objectives, giving both parties more clarity. The tools will
help to reduce the average length of a procurement cycle, which in turn will provide a clear cost saving benefit. |
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Social Networking World Forum |
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The Social Networking World Forum 09-10 March, Olympia,
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The Social Networking World Forum is the perfect event for professionals to learn and discuss the future development of social media.
Supported by Intellect, this two day conference and exhibition will provide a focused platform for the global social media industry. The conference aims to address core issues such as monetisation, future technologies/services, engaging social groups with brands and how businesses can get the most out of social and business networks. Featuring key speakers from global brands, organisations, social networking publishers and developers, pioneering social media leaders, top agencies, content producers plus many more, there will also be an evening networking reception co-hosted with Mashable and co-hosted workshops from the Facebook Developers Garage.
Take advantage of the pre-show online meeting planner for all delegates. There is also a free-to-attend exhibition-only pass available. |
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Call for industry experiences in current economic climate |
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The Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR) is interested in hearing about the experiences of technology companies in the current economic climate. These views will be used to inform on-going policy decisions and internal discussions. This is an ongoing request so please send anything you wish to input to Carrie Hartnell E carrie.hartnell@intellectuk.org and we will pass on your comments. |
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Superfast broadband and the role of wireless |
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One day workshop exploring satellite, WiMax and LTE-based options | |
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The Caio Review and the Broadband Stakeholder Group have both recognised that there will be a role for innovative wireless and satellite services to supplement those to be provided by fibre. However, there is a lack of awareness as to what the technical options are concerning wireless/satellite implementations. This one day workshop will look at the satellite, WiMax and LTE-based options, their main technical and commercial parameters and the positive and negative points affecting adoption in the UK. Speakers will cover the services that it will be possible to provide in the short term (three to five years) and in the longer term (five to ten years). |
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Business Secretary Lord Mandelson unveils package of measures | |
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Business Secretary Lord Mandelson has unveiled a package of measures designed to address the cash flow, credit and investment needs of small and medium businesses. The support package consists of loan guarantees and a new Enterprise Fund aimed at helping small businesses struggling to access finance for working capital and investment. The Capital Enterprise Fund will be available at the beginning of February but interested companies can begin engaging in the process by calling 0845 4599780. The Enterprise Finance Guarantee Scheme is also available from today and the Working Capital Scheme from the beginning of March. More details of the scheme can be found here. Intellect advises that companies who wish to check their eligibility to go to the Business Link web portal.
If you have any questions about the fund please contact Lynn Robinson, Intellect's SME programme manager.
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Intellect supports Counter Terror Expo 2009 |
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Intellect is delighted to be supporting the Counter Terror Expo 2009,
10-11 February 2009, QEII, London.
The event will feature two days of the world's experts in the field, gathering to debate best practice on how to deal with the threat and deliver meaningful counter terrorism solutions globally.
Intellect members will receive a 20 per cent discounted rate on delegate fees.
For more information click here»
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Compensation scheme reform |
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The FSA proposes £1bn spend on banking IT |
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The Financial Services Authority has published a consultation outlining potential IT requirements for banks, to ensure the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is able to administer compensation within seven days of a bank failing. Intellect's Financial Services Group will be coordinating a response to this consultation.
For more information or to get involved, please contact Scarlett Graham
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Post Offices - Securing their future |
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The Business & Enterprise Committee has announced an inquiry into the future shape of the Post Office network |
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We welcome any feedback you may have regarding The Bulletin.
If you have any comments or suggestions for a particular news item to be covered, please send your ideas to communications@intellectuk.org
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The 'modern computer' was born in a lab in Manchester, but how many years ago was this momentous occasion?
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Thanks to BBC and silicon.com for the following snippets of news:
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Wi-fi school buses let parents keep an eye on kids |
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Wi-fi-enabled school buses are letting parents keep an eye on their kids' whereabouts as they make their way to school. |
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Bendy gadget future for graphene |
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A remarkable material called graphene could soon be used to make flexible and transparent high-speed electronics, researchers say. |
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EU to ban voicemail roaming charges? |
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Mobile phone operators in the European Union may face a ban on charging customers for receiving voicemail messages outside their home state in the EU, turning the screw on industry revenues, a document showed on Monday. |
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Digital rights war looms ahead |
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The future of digital entertainment rights could turn into a battleground for control in the coming months. |
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