Manchester Digital Strategy
@mcrdigitalstrategy.bsky.social
We’re connecting the (digital) dots and bringing people together to make Manchester a better place to live. #DoingDigitalTogether
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🎉 l Workshop Feedback
We've been amazed by attendees' incredible response to our AI Skills Workshop last month! 👇
🌟 2/3s felt more confident using AI tools
🌟80% grew their understanding of AI data use
🌟 VCSEs estimated they'd be able to share learnings with almost 1,000 residents!
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We've been amazed by attendees' incredible response to our AI Skills Workshop last month! 👇
🌟 2/3s felt more confident using AI tools
🌟80% grew their understanding of AI data use
🌟 VCSEs estimated they'd be able to share learnings with almost 1,000 residents!
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May 23, 2025 at 4:17 PM
🎉 l Workshop Feedback
We've been amazed by attendees' incredible response to our AI Skills Workshop last month! 👇
🌟 2/3s felt more confident using AI tools
🌟80% grew their understanding of AI data use
🌟 VCSEs estimated they'd be able to share learnings with almost 1,000 residents!
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We've been amazed by attendees' incredible response to our AI Skills Workshop last month! 👇
🌟 2/3s felt more confident using AI tools
🌟80% grew their understanding of AI data use
🌟 VCSEs estimated they'd be able to share learnings with almost 1,000 residents!
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🔊 l Delivery Plan Launch
We’re kicking off our week with big news! 🗞
We're thrilled to share our 2025 Delivery Plan - outlining the 15 projects we're working on this year and the outcomes we're determined to achieve for businesses, organisations & people in Manchester.
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We’re kicking off our week with big news! 🗞
We're thrilled to share our 2025 Delivery Plan - outlining the 15 projects we're working on this year and the outcomes we're determined to achieve for businesses, organisations & people in Manchester.
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May 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
🔊 l Delivery Plan Launch
We’re kicking off our week with big news! 🗞
We're thrilled to share our 2025 Delivery Plan - outlining the 15 projects we're working on this year and the outcomes we're determined to achieve for businesses, organisations & people in Manchester.
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We’re kicking off our week with big news! 🗞
We're thrilled to share our 2025 Delivery Plan - outlining the 15 projects we're working on this year and the outcomes we're determined to achieve for businesses, organisations & people in Manchester.
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Happy Easter from all of us in the Digital Strategy team! 🐰
We hope everyone in our network has enjoyed a 'cracking' bank holiday weekend.
(And that you've made the most of the excuse to eat chocolate as a staple part of every meal 👀 🍫)
Wishing everyone a great week ahead! 🎉
We hope everyone in our network has enjoyed a 'cracking' bank holiday weekend.
(And that you've made the most of the excuse to eat chocolate as a staple part of every meal 👀 🍫)
Wishing everyone a great week ahead! 🎉
April 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Happy Easter from all of us in the Digital Strategy team! 🐰
We hope everyone in our network has enjoyed a 'cracking' bank holiday weekend.
(And that you've made the most of the excuse to eat chocolate as a staple part of every meal 👀 🍫)
Wishing everyone a great week ahead! 🎉
We hope everyone in our network has enjoyed a 'cracking' bank holiday weekend.
(And that you've made the most of the excuse to eat chocolate as a staple part of every meal 👀 🍫)
Wishing everyone a great week ahead! 🎉
🗣 l Upcoming Talks
We're speaking at #ConnectedNorth! 🎉
If you're curious to learn how innovations in technology & connectivity could enable new opportunities for social & economic growth, join us at the event on the 23rd and 24th April!
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#Connectivity #Telecoms #Manchester
We're speaking at #ConnectedNorth! 🎉
If you're curious to learn how innovations in technology & connectivity could enable new opportunities for social & economic growth, join us at the event on the 23rd and 24th April!
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#Connectivity #Telecoms #Manchester
April 7, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🗣 l Upcoming Talks
We're speaking at #ConnectedNorth! 🎉
If you're curious to learn how innovations in technology & connectivity could enable new opportunities for social & economic growth, join us at the event on the 23rd and 24th April!
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#Connectivity #Telecoms #Manchester
We're speaking at #ConnectedNorth! 🎉
If you're curious to learn how innovations in technology & connectivity could enable new opportunities for social & economic growth, join us at the event on the 23rd and 24th April!
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#Connectivity #Telecoms #Manchester
🗣 l Tech4Good Event
We're so proud to have contributed to yesterday's Manchester Tech for Good Leaders Reception, delivered in partnership with @bjss.com, @mancitycouncil.bsky.social, Tech for Good Alliance & @techuk.bsky.social.
#Tech4Good #DigitalInnovation #Manchester
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We're so proud to have contributed to yesterday's Manchester Tech for Good Leaders Reception, delivered in partnership with @bjss.com, @mancitycouncil.bsky.social, Tech for Good Alliance & @techuk.bsky.social.
#Tech4Good #DigitalInnovation #Manchester
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April 3, 2025 at 8:39 AM
🗣 l Tech4Good Event
We're so proud to have contributed to yesterday's Manchester Tech for Good Leaders Reception, delivered in partnership with @bjss.com, @mancitycouncil.bsky.social, Tech for Good Alliance & @techuk.bsky.social.
#Tech4Good #DigitalInnovation #Manchester
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We're so proud to have contributed to yesterday's Manchester Tech for Good Leaders Reception, delivered in partnership with @bjss.com, @mancitycouncil.bsky.social, Tech for Good Alliance & @techuk.bsky.social.
#Tech4Good #DigitalInnovation #Manchester
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📅 l April Tech Events
As conference season kicks off, we've rounded up some of the most exciting events, talks & workshops to have caught our eye!
Whether you're eager to grow your existing skillset or hear from industry experts, make sure you've marked your calendars 👇
#TechEvents #Manchester
As conference season kicks off, we've rounded up some of the most exciting events, talks & workshops to have caught our eye!
Whether you're eager to grow your existing skillset or hear from industry experts, make sure you've marked your calendars 👇
#TechEvents #Manchester
April 2, 2025 at 9:46 AM
📅 l April Tech Events
As conference season kicks off, we've rounded up some of the most exciting events, talks & workshops to have caught our eye!
Whether you're eager to grow your existing skillset or hear from industry experts, make sure you've marked your calendars 👇
#TechEvents #Manchester
As conference season kicks off, we've rounded up some of the most exciting events, talks & workshops to have caught our eye!
Whether you're eager to grow your existing skillset or hear from industry experts, make sure you've marked your calendars 👇
#TechEvents #Manchester
🔊 l Calling all VCSEs!
Join our upcoming AI Skills Workshop to explore practical ways that AI could benefit your organisation and the communities you support.
We'll cover:
📌 What AI is & how it works
📌 Benefits, risks & ethics
📌 How it could help your organisation
#DigitalInclusion #AI
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Join our upcoming AI Skills Workshop to explore practical ways that AI could benefit your organisation and the communities you support.
We'll cover:
📌 What AI is & how it works
📌 Benefits, risks & ethics
📌 How it could help your organisation
#DigitalInclusion #AI
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March 25, 2025 at 9:06 AM
🔊 l Calling all VCSEs!
Join our upcoming AI Skills Workshop to explore practical ways that AI could benefit your organisation and the communities you support.
We'll cover:
📌 What AI is & how it works
📌 Benefits, risks & ethics
📌 How it could help your organisation
#DigitalInclusion #AI
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Join our upcoming AI Skills Workshop to explore practical ways that AI could benefit your organisation and the communities you support.
We'll cover:
📌 What AI is & how it works
📌 Benefits, risks & ethics
📌 How it could help your organisation
#DigitalInclusion #AI
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🗨 l LGA Talk
We're excited to speak at @local.gov.uk's AI Innovation in Local Government event today!
We'll be sharing insights from our People’s Panel for AI project, which aims to empower residents with the skills & training to shape the use of AI in service delivery.
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#AI #LocalGovernment
We're excited to speak at @local.gov.uk's AI Innovation in Local Government event today!
We'll be sharing insights from our People’s Panel for AI project, which aims to empower residents with the skills & training to shape the use of AI in service delivery.
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#AI #LocalGovernment
March 24, 2025 at 9:53 AM
🗨 l LGA Talk
We're excited to speak at @local.gov.uk's AI Innovation in Local Government event today!
We'll be sharing insights from our People’s Panel for AI project, which aims to empower residents with the skills & training to shape the use of AI in service delivery.
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#AI #LocalGovernment
We're excited to speak at @local.gov.uk's AI Innovation in Local Government event today!
We'll be sharing insights from our People’s Panel for AI project, which aims to empower residents with the skills & training to shape the use of AI in service delivery.
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#AI #LocalGovernment
🔊 l Calling Black Women in Tech!
In partnership with Beetroot Consulting, @mcrdig.bsky.social & Purple Bonsai we're thrilled to sponsor Phase 2 of "Where Are All the Black Women in Tech?" - an initiative exploring the systemic barriers faced by Black women & the actions needed to drive change.
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In partnership with Beetroot Consulting, @mcrdig.bsky.social & Purple Bonsai we're thrilled to sponsor Phase 2 of "Where Are All the Black Women in Tech?" - an initiative exploring the systemic barriers faced by Black women & the actions needed to drive change.
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March 10, 2025 at 5:43 PM
🔊 l Calling Black Women in Tech!
In partnership with Beetroot Consulting, @mcrdig.bsky.social & Purple Bonsai we're thrilled to sponsor Phase 2 of "Where Are All the Black Women in Tech?" - an initiative exploring the systemic barriers faced by Black women & the actions needed to drive change.
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In partnership with Beetroot Consulting, @mcrdig.bsky.social & Purple Bonsai we're thrilled to sponsor Phase 2 of "Where Are All the Black Women in Tech?" - an initiative exploring the systemic barriers faced by Black women & the actions needed to drive change.
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📄 l Inclusion News
#LetsGetDigital, highlighted in the government's #DigitalInclusionActionPlan, supports Manchester residents to become regular, confident online users.
Discover how we're building a more equal digital future in our Digital Inclusion Report '25 👇
🔗 bit.ly/3Xsuez5
#LetsGetDigital, highlighted in the government's #DigitalInclusionActionPlan, supports Manchester residents to become regular, confident online users.
Discover how we're building a more equal digital future in our Digital Inclusion Report '25 👇
🔗 bit.ly/3Xsuez5
March 10, 2025 at 5:27 PM
📄 l Inclusion News
#LetsGetDigital, highlighted in the government's #DigitalInclusionActionPlan, supports Manchester residents to become regular, confident online users.
Discover how we're building a more equal digital future in our Digital Inclusion Report '25 👇
🔗 bit.ly/3Xsuez5
#LetsGetDigital, highlighted in the government's #DigitalInclusionActionPlan, supports Manchester residents to become regular, confident online users.
Discover how we're building a more equal digital future in our Digital Inclusion Report '25 👇
🔗 bit.ly/3Xsuez5
📅 l March Tech Events
This month, we've spotted the first glimpses of Spring - & plenty of exciting tech events up North! 👀
Whether you're interested in learning new skills or growing your network, make sure you've marked these dates in your diary 👇
#TechEvents #NorthernTech #Manchester
This month, we've spotted the first glimpses of Spring - & plenty of exciting tech events up North! 👀
Whether you're interested in learning new skills or growing your network, make sure you've marked these dates in your diary 👇
#TechEvents #NorthernTech #Manchester
March 3, 2025 at 11:26 AM
📅 l March Tech Events
This month, we've spotted the first glimpses of Spring - & plenty of exciting tech events up North! 👀
Whether you're interested in learning new skills or growing your network, make sure you've marked these dates in your diary 👇
#TechEvents #NorthernTech #Manchester
This month, we've spotted the first glimpses of Spring - & plenty of exciting tech events up North! 👀
Whether you're interested in learning new skills or growing your network, make sure you've marked these dates in your diary 👇
#TechEvents #NorthernTech #Manchester
🎉 l Digital Inclusion Action Plan
As digital inclusion finally becomes part of the national agenda in DSIT's Digital Inclusion Action Plan, we're beyond proud to see @mancitycouncil.bsky.social's #LetsGetDigital
programme recognised as an example of best practice!
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As digital inclusion finally becomes part of the national agenda in DSIT's Digital Inclusion Action Plan, we're beyond proud to see @mancitycouncil.bsky.social's #LetsGetDigital
programme recognised as an example of best practice!
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February 27, 2025 at 2:40 PM
🎉 l Digital Inclusion Action Plan
As digital inclusion finally becomes part of the national agenda in DSIT's Digital Inclusion Action Plan, we're beyond proud to see @mancitycouncil.bsky.social's #LetsGetDigital
programme recognised as an example of best practice!
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As digital inclusion finally becomes part of the national agenda in DSIT's Digital Inclusion Action Plan, we're beyond proud to see @mancitycouncil.bsky.social's #LetsGetDigital
programme recognised as an example of best practice!
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🗣 l Telecoms Talk
We've been delving into all things digital infrastructure!
🗨 At the first ever #NWTelecomsShowcase, we discussed how local authorities & industry can collaborate more strategically.
🗨 We explored the UK's political regulatory landscape at #FutureTelecomsConference25.
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We've been delving into all things digital infrastructure!
🗨 At the first ever #NWTelecomsShowcase, we discussed how local authorities & industry can collaborate more strategically.
🗨 We explored the UK's political regulatory landscape at #FutureTelecomsConference25.
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February 21, 2025 at 4:49 PM
🗣 l Telecoms Talk
We've been delving into all things digital infrastructure!
🗨 At the first ever #NWTelecomsShowcase, we discussed how local authorities & industry can collaborate more strategically.
🗨 We explored the UK's political regulatory landscape at #FutureTelecomsConference25.
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We've been delving into all things digital infrastructure!
🗨 At the first ever #NWTelecomsShowcase, we discussed how local authorities & industry can collaborate more strategically.
🗨 We explored the UK's political regulatory landscape at #FutureTelecomsConference25.
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📬 l Feb Bulletin
It's been an exciting month, with events taking us to Manchester, Liverpool & London!
This issue, we share:
📌 Reflections from @techuk.bsky.social's NW & Future Telecoms conferences
📌A look inside MCR School of Architecture's Decoding AI exhibition
📌 Our monthly events summary
It's been an exciting month, with events taking us to Manchester, Liverpool & London!
This issue, we share:
📌 Reflections from @techuk.bsky.social's NW & Future Telecoms conferences
📌A look inside MCR School of Architecture's Decoding AI exhibition
📌 Our monthly events summary
February 17, 2025 at 3:37 PM
📬 l Feb Bulletin
It's been an exciting month, with events taking us to Manchester, Liverpool & London!
This issue, we share:
📌 Reflections from @techuk.bsky.social's NW & Future Telecoms conferences
📌A look inside MCR School of Architecture's Decoding AI exhibition
📌 Our monthly events summary
It's been an exciting month, with events taking us to Manchester, Liverpool & London!
This issue, we share:
📌 Reflections from @techuk.bsky.social's NW & Future Telecoms conferences
📌A look inside MCR School of Architecture's Decoding AI exhibition
📌 Our monthly events summary
❕ l Device Giveaway
Do you know an older or disabled person who needs support accessing reliable connectivity?
Thanks to the generosity of UK charity AbilityNet, our Digital Inclusion team will gift 22 Jangala Get Boxes to older & disabled people at risk of digital exclusion.
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Do you know an older or disabled person who needs support accessing reliable connectivity?
Thanks to the generosity of UK charity AbilityNet, our Digital Inclusion team will gift 22 Jangala Get Boxes to older & disabled people at risk of digital exclusion.
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February 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
❕ l Device Giveaway
Do you know an older or disabled person who needs support accessing reliable connectivity?
Thanks to the generosity of UK charity AbilityNet, our Digital Inclusion team will gift 22 Jangala Get Boxes to older & disabled people at risk of digital exclusion.
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Do you know an older or disabled person who needs support accessing reliable connectivity?
Thanks to the generosity of UK charity AbilityNet, our Digital Inclusion team will gift 22 Jangala Get Boxes to older & disabled people at risk of digital exclusion.
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📬 l January Bulletin
Hello, 2025 - our first bulletin of the year has landed! 👋
This issue, we'll share:
📌 Sneak peeks into new projects
📌An appeal for innovators with a passion for digital equity to be our next Digital Inclusion Officer!
📌 Our monthly event summary
Hello, 2025 - our first bulletin of the year has landed! 👋
This issue, we'll share:
📌 Sneak peeks into new projects
📌An appeal for innovators with a passion for digital equity to be our next Digital Inclusion Officer!
📌 Our monthly event summary
January 15, 2025 at 3:51 PM
📬 l January Bulletin
Hello, 2025 - our first bulletin of the year has landed! 👋
This issue, we'll share:
📌 Sneak peeks into new projects
📌An appeal for innovators with a passion for digital equity to be our next Digital Inclusion Officer!
📌 Our monthly event summary
Hello, 2025 - our first bulletin of the year has landed! 👋
This issue, we'll share:
📌 Sneak peeks into new projects
📌An appeal for innovators with a passion for digital equity to be our next Digital Inclusion Officer!
📌 Our monthly event summary
🔊 l AI Guidance
We're so proud to have worked with local authorities across the UK to shape the Co-Operative Values Driven AI Framework.
The guide aims to offer recommendations & considerations for councils interested in exploring applications of AI in their service.
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We're so proud to have worked with local authorities across the UK to shape the Co-Operative Values Driven AI Framework.
The guide aims to offer recommendations & considerations for councils interested in exploring applications of AI in their service.
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January 10, 2025 at 9:25 AM
🔊 l AI Guidance
We're so proud to have worked with local authorities across the UK to shape the Co-Operative Values Driven AI Framework.
The guide aims to offer recommendations & considerations for councils interested in exploring applications of AI in their service.
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We're so proud to have worked with local authorities across the UK to shape the Co-Operative Values Driven AI Framework.
The guide aims to offer recommendations & considerations for councils interested in exploring applications of AI in their service.
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🔊 l We're Hiring!
Are you eager to make a difference in the lives of people in Manchester?
Our Lets Get Digital team is on the lookout for a Digital Inclusion Officer to support their vital work building a fair future for all.
Read more 👇
bit.ly/4abprY8
#TechJobs #DigitalInclusion
Are you eager to make a difference in the lives of people in Manchester?
Our Lets Get Digital team is on the lookout for a Digital Inclusion Officer to support their vital work building a fair future for all.
Read more 👇
bit.ly/4abprY8
#TechJobs #DigitalInclusion
January 9, 2025 at 9:49 AM
🔊 l We're Hiring!
Are you eager to make a difference in the lives of people in Manchester?
Our Lets Get Digital team is on the lookout for a Digital Inclusion Officer to support their vital work building a fair future for all.
Read more 👇
bit.ly/4abprY8
#TechJobs #DigitalInclusion
Are you eager to make a difference in the lives of people in Manchester?
Our Lets Get Digital team is on the lookout for a Digital Inclusion Officer to support their vital work building a fair future for all.
Read more 👇
bit.ly/4abprY8
#TechJobs #DigitalInclusion
🗣 l LGA Talk
On the 8th January, we're sharing insights & next steps from the People's Panel for AI at the @lgacyberdigital.bsky.social AI Network.
We're thrilled to be part of a supportive network driving ethical AI innovation in local government.
Click the link to join us! 👇
On the 8th January, we're sharing insights & next steps from the People's Panel for AI at the @lgacyberdigital.bsky.social AI Network.
We're thrilled to be part of a supportive network driving ethical AI innovation in local government.
Click the link to join us! 👇
January 7, 2025 at 9:24 AM
🗣 l LGA Talk
On the 8th January, we're sharing insights & next steps from the People's Panel for AI at the @lgacyberdigital.bsky.social AI Network.
We're thrilled to be part of a supportive network driving ethical AI innovation in local government.
Click the link to join us! 👇
On the 8th January, we're sharing insights & next steps from the People's Panel for AI at the @lgacyberdigital.bsky.social AI Network.
We're thrilled to be part of a supportive network driving ethical AI innovation in local government.
Click the link to join us! 👇
📅 l January Tech Events
Hello 2025! 🎉
We're seeing in the New Year by sharing some of the most exciting tech events taking place in the North in January 👇
Which are you most looking forward to attending?
#TechEvents #Networking #Manchester
Hello 2025! 🎉
We're seeing in the New Year by sharing some of the most exciting tech events taking place in the North in January 👇
Which are you most looking forward to attending?
#TechEvents #Networking #Manchester
January 6, 2025 at 2:57 PM
📅 l January Tech Events
Hello 2025! 🎉
We're seeing in the New Year by sharing some of the most exciting tech events taking place in the North in January 👇
Which are you most looking forward to attending?
#TechEvents #Networking #Manchester
Hello 2025! 🎉
We're seeing in the New Year by sharing some of the most exciting tech events taking place in the North in January 👇
Which are you most looking forward to attending?
#TechEvents #Networking #Manchester
We supported our incredible #LetsGetDigital team with device deliveries, inclusion events & more - helping everyone in Manchester to benefit from the opportunities of the digital world.
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January 2, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We supported our incredible #LetsGetDigital team with device deliveries, inclusion events & more - helping everyone in Manchester to benefit from the opportunities of the digital world.
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We were blown away by the support for our first ever conference event, AI for All! With speakers from We and AI, @nexerdigital.bsky.social & @microsoft.com, we explored approaches to AI that prioritise human ideals, needs & participation.
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January 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We were blown away by the support for our first ever conference event, AI for All! With speakers from We and AI, @nexerdigital.bsky.social & @microsoft.com, we explored approaches to AI that prioritise human ideals, needs & participation.
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We partnered with Inakalum to map mobile capacity in the city centre using bin lorries! The project's second phase starts soon to help @mancitycouncil.bsky.social identify which areas are in need of better connectivity support.
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January 2, 2025 at 1:59 PM
We partnered with Inakalum to map mobile capacity in the city centre using bin lorries! The project's second phase starts soon to help @mancitycouncil.bsky.social identify which areas are in need of better connectivity support.
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To achieve our ambition of becoming a zero carbon city by 2038, we began work with @opendatamcr.bsky.social & Manchester Climate Change Agency to advance sustainability projects that could cut our carbon emissions & mitigate the impact of the climate crisis.
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January 2, 2025 at 1:58 PM
To achieve our ambition of becoming a zero carbon city by 2038, we began work with @opendatamcr.bsky.social & Manchester Climate Change Agency to advance sustainability projects that could cut our carbon emissions & mitigate the impact of the climate crisis.
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We teamed up with industry experts to develop the Digital Infrastructure Design Guide, which offers practical guidance on how to deploy fair, sustainable, & future-proofed digital infrastructure in new developments.
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January 2, 2025 at 1:57 PM
We teamed up with industry experts to develop the Digital Infrastructure Design Guide, which offers practical guidance on how to deploy fair, sustainable, & future-proofed digital infrastructure in new developments.
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