Let's close the tech skills gap! Our Critical Friends programme links Computing teachers with industry mentors for support to encourage pupils into the subject. We are still seeking tech experts from industry to match with schools in South Lanarkshire and East Dunbartonshire, please get in touch with nicola.taylor@scotlandis.com to get involved. #skills #tech #mentors #nextgen DYW Glasgow DYW Lanarkshire & East Dunbartonshire
ScotlandIS
Information Technology & Services
Building, supporting and enabling Scotland's tech ecosystem
About us
The home of expert software, telecomms and IT services businesses, our members will help you optimise your ICT investment. ScotlandIS, the trade body for the ICT industry, has a remit to raise the profile of the industry, lobby policy makers on relevant issues and support our members.
- Website
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http://www.scotlandis.com
External link for ScotlandIS
- Industry
- Information Technology & Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Linlithgow
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2000
- Specialties
- Networking Events and Industry Seminars, Escrow Service, Representing Industry Issues, Members Directory, and Government Lobbying
Locations
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Primary
ScotlandIS
Oracle Campus
Linlithgow, EH49 7LR, GB
Employees at ScotlandIS
Updates
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As part of the CyberScotland partnership, ScotlandIS is helping raise awareness about staying safe online during the summer months. With new guidance published specifically around staying secure while travelling and abroad, make sure you have a browse and know how to protect yourself from cyber threats on your holidays. Check out the new guidance here ➡️https://lnkd.in/ez89msH9 #CyberScotland #cybersecurity #network #devices #VPN #password
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Did you know... you can gain CPD points by attending #ScotSoft2024? ScotlandIS is a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) provider, and our ScotSoft conference this year is once again a CPD-certified event! Karen Meechan, CEO at ScotlandIS, said: “Our CPD accreditation is testament to the exceptional standard of learning and development opportunities offered at ScotSoft." You will be able to attain up to 6 hours of CPD points at #ScotSoft2024 - book tickets now: https://lnkd.in/g2vZS9z8 #training #skills #development The CPD Group
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In case you missed it, CEO Karen Meechan recently outlined what the Scottish tech sector needs most from the new elected government. As head of ScotlandIS and industry veteran, Karen has called for greater support for SMEs as a means of developing the sector and the Scottish economy, and has emphasised the ongoing urgent need to address the skills gap with new solutions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJjUH5Yi #government #election #technology #skills #investment #SME
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Our IT Managed Services Directory is the only one of its kind in Scotland, listing the capabilities of the country's managed service providers nationwide. Supported by The Scottish Government, the directory is easy to use and can be filtered depending on the service you require - a one-stop shop for any managed services you might need! https://lnkd.in/eTaQW8VP #IT #MSPs #Scotland #digitaltransformation
0 IT managed services directory - ScotlandIS
https://www.scotlandis.com
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Our Head of Data, David Ferguson, has written a thought piece on opportunities for Scotland around artificial intelligence. He describes the need for a concerted effort across industry, government, academia and education in establishing greater understanding, regulations and integrated application of AI across multiple sectors. Read more in DIGIT.FYI : https://lnkd.in/eFzk4-E7 #AI #energy #healthcare #skills #regulation
Comment | How AI Could Help Put Scotland at Centre Stage
https://www.digit.fyi
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We are delighted to continue to support the "Empowering Women to Lead Digital Transformation" initiative, championing female tech leaders in Scotland. This intensive leadership development journey includes group workshops, 1:1 coaching, and “challenge” based group projects, culminating in presenting to an audience of industry and government peers. Participation is free with applicants eligible from any sector, apply by 16th August! https://lnkd.in/e8CdzXxf #WomenInTech #leadership #coaching #development #tech Empowering-You
ScotlandIS Renews Backing for Award Winning Diversity in Digital Leadership Initiative - ScotlandIS
https://www.scotlandis.com
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*Opportunity* Plexal Cyber’s Cyber Runway is the UK’s largest cyber security accelerator, designed to help cyber startups achieve growth and overcome challenges, including: • Expert advice on everything from funding strategy to marketing masterclasses • Connections to buyers, CISOs and investors • Advice from successful founders • Pitch practice Now recruiting for two streams: 1️⃣ Grow (for growth-stage companies) 2️⃣ Scale (for later-stage startups that want to fast-track their growth in the UK and internationally) If you want to be a part of them, visit the website for more details ��� https://lnkd.in/eFMx6naH #CyberRunway #CyberSecurity #Cyber #BusinessGrowth #ScalingUp
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Shout out to BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for returning to sponsor #ScotSoft2024! The IT consulting firm is a long-time supporter of the Young Software Engineer Awards, and sponsor of the 2nd place prize - delighted to have you on board. Secure your tables and tickets for our Young Software Engineer Awards dinner now! https://lnkd.in/g2vZS9z8 #YSE2024 #leadership #IT #tech
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In Cyber Security? Join our Cyber Cluster today! If you are a Cyber Security company with a base in Scotland, we'd love to have you as part of our network. Our mission is to build a connected cyber community across Scotland, to drive growth and innovation in the cyber security industry in Scotland and to support the growing skills pipeline and the cyber security skills challenges. Simply complete a quick and easy form to join and we’ll be in touch with news about events, opportunities and much more. https://lnkd.in/e7_JgRne #scotlandis #cybersecurity
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