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We’re about to help unlock a new era of innovation at the Thames Freeport. Verizon’s Private 5G will soon connect one of the UK’s most vital logistics hubs, enabling advanced automation, safer operations and more sustainable jobs. Watch the full video from our 'Inside the Office of Innovation' series with Bloomberg Media here https://vz.to/4m5UKIO #VerizonBusiness #Private5G #SupplyChain #Innovation #ThamesFreeport

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There is understandably a lot of focus on the commodity market at the moment but the changes to non-commodity costs are very noticeable at renewal time for customers. Engaging early, understanding your options and making informed decisions on your energy contracts is getting more and more important.

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At Vodafone, we've been encouraging parents, carers and their children to talk about staying safe online for over 15 years. We know online and offline are often blurred for children & young people so we work with our amazing partners at NSPCC and Digital Awareness UK to help families build healthier digital habits with loads of resources on our Digital Parenting site. Our latest campaign by The Elephant Room showcases the importance of talking - and recognising that it's often our kids or young people who know more about their online behaviours and lives than we do - and have much to teach us. Check it out. And keep talking. Remember NSPCC's Childline and Helpline are there for support and guidance too. #DigitalParenting #everyoneconnected #NationsNetwork #onlinesafety https://lnkd.in/eS3z2tX9

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Digital Futures are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant. Our pledges reflect a practical commitment to supporting veterans, reservists and the wider Armed Forces community into high-impact civilian careers in Artificial Intelligence with Digital Futures via our Frontier AI Programme. As we grow our operations in U.K Defence and beyond, we will be actively working with service leavers and opening pathways to transition into our AI Delivery roles. We look forward to working with the ex-Forces community, networks, and partners to support the creation of a sovereign UK AI Capability whilst creating meaningful second careers. If you are from the armed forces community and are exploring what a career in AI could look like for you, or if you support transition programmes for veterans we would love to have a conversation with you.

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The Centrica Business Solutions Partner Programme provides access to a collaborative network of businesses that help to unlock new opportunities, foster expertise, and drive mutual growth. We are pleased to announce Distill-Re has become the latest member to join our Partner Programme, bringing expertise in delivering customised energy-efficient solutions, to help accelerate #NetZero across UK businesses. "We are thrilled to welcome Distill-Re as an official Channel Partner of Centrica Business Solutions. At Centrica, our goal is to support businesses in their pursuit of sustainability through innovative energy solutions. By collaborating with Distill-Re, we can enhance our offerings with tailored, energy-efficient technologies and combined expertise — enabling clients to fast-track their progress towards achieving net zero." Marty Drumm, Head of Partnerships, Centrica Business Solutions (UK & Ireland) “We are delighted to become an official Channel Partner of Centrica Business Solutions. At Distill-Re, our mission is to empower industrial plants in their transition to sustainable operations through customised energy-efficient solutions. By partnering with Centrica, we can deliver even greater value through smart technologies and shared expertise — helping clients accelerate their journey to net zero.” Abhishek Bhatia, Managing Director, Distill-Re Ltd Learn how joining our partner network can elevate your business performance and client satisfaction: https://lnkd.in/eKsNF9pu #NetZero

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I am excited to be speaking at the 11th 𝑨𝒏𝒏𝒖𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 in London , sharing an energy & utilities lens on how CX is evolving right now. I will be talking about how to make digital journeys feel more personal, more optimised, and more human across every touchpoint , using practical signals and real outcomes (not just more dashboards and NPS noise). In a world of rising expectations (and plenty of NPS fatigue), the teams winning are blending AI, experimentation, and human understanding to keep improving journeys across web, app, and beyond. #customerexperience #digitalexperience #productstrategy #Energy #utilities

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Perfect example of how Private 5G enables real-time data, automation, and ultra-low latency, making operations faster, safer, and more efficient. For Thames Freeport businesses, this means greater productivity, resilience, and the competitive edge to lead in a digital economy

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This post from Michelle Edmondson is insightful. Performative allyship is a waste of everyone’s time, and biased culture in tech are so ingrained that leaders may not be aware of these behaviors.

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Powering the Energy Transition: People, Skills & the Grid I had the chance to attend Grid and Networks 5: Workforce and the Grid at All-Energy Glasgow — a standout panel chaired by Matthew Knight (Siemens Energy UK), and packed with sharp insight into the people and skills powering the transition to net zero. Key speakers included: • Yselkla Farmer, BEAMA • Sarah McNulty ScottishPower • Paul Cox, Energy & Utility Skills • Steve McMahon SP Energy Networks, Ofgem • Susan McDonald MEng MIET Monitor Deloitte 📣 Key takeaways: 🔹 We must train and retain talent at pace — especially in engineering, data, and cyber 🔹 Reskilling and upskilling are essential across the workforce 🔹 Delivery models and infrastructure must evolve alongside inclusive, flexible training and workforce planning One line stuck with me: “You can’t build the future grid without the right people — and they need a reason to stay.” #NetZero #EnergyWorkforce #CleanEnergy

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Insightful and energising discussions at the Aurora Live Business Network CXO Female Leaders Lunch at The Savoy and then off to hear Steven Bartlett in conversation. Lovely to see some familiar faces and meet many new ones too. A thoughtful session on leadership, culture, behaviour change and what it really takes to lead when the pace of change is only accelerating. A few points that I took away: ⚙️ The smallest decisions shape the biggest outcomes. What feels easy to ignore today often compounds quietly, then hits all at once. 💪 Culture moves through what we reward, repeat, tolerate and name. Small wins matter because progress creates belief. 🙌 Behaviour change needs clear signals - not vague values. Show people exactly what gets recognised and why. 🔁 Leadership needs a real feedback loop. Without psychological safety, truth stops flowing upwards and self-awareness stalls. 🗣️ In the AI era, leaders need to tell the whole story. This is not only about tools and productivity - it is also about identity, fear, relevance and meaning. If leaders do not create that narrative, others will. What also came through strongly was Steven Bartlett’s clarity and discipline as a leader. Beneath the brand, the energy, and the storytelling, there is a very deliberate focus on behaviour, language, measurement and repetition. That combination - high conviction paired with close attention to the small things - seems to define both his approach and his leadership style. A fascinating insight into his world! #Leadership #Culture #AI #Transformation #PsychologicalSafety #FutureOfWork #AuroraLive #CXO Louise Dunkhase Molly Breen Claudia Joyce Pooja Suri Tank Diana M. Olga Garagonich Joanna Smith FBCS CHCIO Mbone (Bonnie) Nzumebong Adore Shuko Chris Scott Duncan Welberry Aishwarya Bhat Dr. Jacqui Taylor

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In the UK, fraud and scam calls are undermining customer trust, leaving vital communications unanswered. With 86% of consumers wary of unknown numbers, businesses face missed opportunities—56% miss their revenue goals, and 79% see reduced lead volume. Hiya’s Outbound Branded Calling is transforming how companies connect, rebuild trust, and boost answer rates. Discover how to craft your voice performance strategy today: https://heyor.ca/LMHId4 #ScamCalls #VoicePerformanceStrategy

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Organisations often focus on representation at the top, but long-term resilience comes from developing the leaders ready to step into those roles tomorrow. The commercial imperative of diversity and inclusion is paramount An insightful conversation with Allison Kirkby and Ali Palmer.

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Here at Vodafone, we’re listening, learning and acting on concerns around online safety for young people. 🫶📱 We joined young people together from across our European markets to form Our Digital Pact. 📜 A resource for young people, made by young people, to help them navigate the digital world responsibly, securely and safely. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/efnXHEvb #OnlineSafety #DigitalWellbeing #WorldChildrensDay #ProtectingOurCustomers

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📉 Cornwall Insight in media: Our Price Cap forecasts making headlines ⚡ Cornwall Insight featured widely across #nationalmedia this week following our latest #DefaultTariffCap #forecast for the #GBElectricityMarket. Our Principal Consultant, Craig Lowrey, discussed the outlook live on BBC Radio 4’s You and Yours (https://lnkd.in/eMP_4KbB) (from 01:05), alongside coverage in: ➡️ The Times: https://lnkd.in/ecekGCRn ➡️ The Guardian: https://lnkd.in/eJG3bak5 ➡️ Sky News: https://lnkd.in/eiqA-RNj ➡️ Bloomberg: https://lnkd.in/e4k_TR49 ➡️ The Independent: https://lnkd.in/eUtevAcY 💱 Our analysis indicates a potential £117 #reduction in annual #household #energy #bills from April, reflecting movements in #wholesalemarkets and #policycost adjustments. 🔓 While this is welcome news for #consumers, the outlook remains highly sensitive to #wholesalevolatility, #geopoliticaldevelopments, and #policychanges — and understanding these #drivers is critical for #suppliers, #investors, and #stakeholders across the market. At Cornwall Insight, we provide: ✔ Forward-looking price cap & business energy cost forecasts ✔ Wholesale power and asset investment case analysis ✔ Scenario modelling and risk assessment ✔ Regulatory and policy insight ✔ Strategic advisory support ✔ Commercial due diligence advisory If you’d like to understand what the evolving price cap means for your #business, #portfolio, or #investmentstrategy — or want a deeper dive into our latest forecasts — please get in touch. 📩 s.khan@cornwall-insight.com #EnergyMarket #PriceCap #ElectricityMarket #CornwallInsight #EnergyTransition #UKPower

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I’m pleased to share a compelling new white paper from my colleagues at Tata Consultancy Services: “𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀”, by Matt Clark and Claire Cumberland. The paper explores how suppliers’ branded bays and enhanced in-store presence can drive commercial revenue while simultaneously presenting challenges around navigation, customer experience and operational agility. It offers a thoughtful framework for retailers to strike the right balance between profitability, brand visibility and shopper-centricity. Key take-aways include: • How branded bays create stronger supplier funding opportunities while impacting store flexibility and customer choice. • The importance of leveraging analytics and AI/ML to optimise space, assortment and execution - turning branding opportunities into sustainable growth. • The strategic imperative for retailers to partner with suppliers and technology providers to ensure that branding investments don’t become operational burdens or erode customer trust. Whether you work in retail operations, merchandising, supplier strategy or space planning, this paper offers valuable insight into a growing area of opportunity and risk. 🔗 Read the full white paper here: https://lnkd.in/epp6R9WD #RetailTransformation #SupplierBranding #CustomerExperience #RetailStrategy #BrandAwareness

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