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Digital Connectivity and the SME Economy: A 1% Productivity Gain That Could Unlock Billions
Even a 1% productivity boost across UK SMEs could unlock £94 billion over five years. Digital tools—like AI, automation, and advanced connectivity—are key to driving growth, efficiency, and resilience. Local authorities and enterprise agencies can lead this transformation by delivering tailored support that helps SMEs adopt and scale the right technologies. Now is the time to act and unlock the digital dividend for local economies.
Iqbal Bedi
5 days ago3 min read
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Is Your Region Ready? The State of UK Connectivity in 2025
As the public sector embraces digital services, automation, and AI, fibre and 5G infrastructure have become vital indicators of a region’s readiness. Our State of the UK’s Connectivity Landscape (2025) report highlights a growing digital divide—but also clear opportunities. Connectivity is just the starting point. True transformation requires vision, strategy, and leadership. The most successful regions aren’t waiting. It’s your move.
Iqbal Bedi
Jun 63 min read
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AI in Local Government: Turning Pilots into Transformation
At Connected North 2025, I moderated a panel on how councils are using AI—not in theory, but in practice. Councils are no longer waiting on the sidelines; AI is delivering real results today. From chatbots to automated triage in social care, local authorities are building affordable, effective tools in-house. But AI is only as good as the data—and data needs infrastructure. That’s why digital connectivity is now essential for public sector innovation.
Iqbal Bedi
Apr 304 min read
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AI in Action: How Artificial Intelligence Is Delivering Operational Efficiency and Societal Impact
AI is already transforming UK services—enhancing decisions, saving time, and optimizing resources in sectors from agriculture to public safe
Iqbal Bedi
Apr 23 min read
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AI Data Centre Boom: Three Point Plan to Help Local Authorities Prepare
AI data centres are booming—local councils must act now! Our 3-point plan helps them secure investment, power & sustainability
Iqbal Bedi
Mar 33 min read
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The UK’s Next Digital Infrastructure Boom as AI Data Centres Set to SurgeÂ
The UK’s AI boom drives demand for scalable data centres, creating major opportunities for investors, operators, and landowners.
Diane Stickland
Feb 44 min read
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2024: The Year of Technology Transformation in Local Authorities
2024: A year of tech transformation for local authorities—AI, net zero, and digital inclusion drive smarter, cost-saving public services.
Iqbal Bedi
Dec 14, 20245 min read
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UK Autumn Budget 2024 Special: Rachel Reeves Pushes Digitalisation in Health, Business, and Local Authorities
Autumn Budget 2024: Transforming the UK with digital health, local authority efficiency, and SME productivity through tech-driven solutions
Iqbal Bedi
Nov 1, 20246 min read
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Leveraging Digital Infrastructure for Whole-Council Outcomes: Delivering a Ripple Effect of Economic Benefits
Discover how local authorities can leverage digital infrastructure investments to improve public services and boost economic growth.
Iqbal Bedi
Sep 27, 20243 min read
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Poles Apart: Is the UK’s Broadband Strategy Built on Shaky Foundations
Is the UK's broadband strategy on solid ground? Explore the benefits, risks, and alternatives in the race to meet gigabit targets.
Iqbal Bedi
Aug 30, 20245 min read
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Maximising Take-Up: Strategies for Fibre Operators in an Increasingly Crowded Fibre Market
Alt Nets must innovate beyond connectivity, enhancing services and targeting growth to increase take-up rates in the evolving fibre market.
Iqbal Bedi
Aug 2, 20244 min read
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UK Election Special: What Labour's Landslide Election Win Means for the UK's Tech Landscape
What Labour's Landslide Election Win Means for the UK's Tech Landscape
Iqbal Bedi
Jul 5, 20245 min read
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An Election Special: How Labour and Conservatives Plan to Transform the UK's Tech Landscape
is election special article explores the parties' proposals for broadband, 5G, and the role of technology and AI to transform the UK’s creak
Iqbal Bedi
Jul 1, 20247 min read
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UK Fibre Network Consolidation: Navigating the Wave of Fibre M&A
Explore key trends in UK telecoms mergers and acquisitions, highlighting strategic expansions, investments, and collaborations in the fibre.
Iqbal Bedi
Jun 6, 20244 min read
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Addressing Damp to Digital Transformation: The Business Case for Technology in Social Housing
In an era where technology is revolutionising every aspect of life, its potential to transform social housing is undeniable. This article...
Iqbal Bedi
Apr 11, 20244 min read
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From Rural Roads to Smart Regions and Smart Transport: The Role of Local Authorities in the Automated Vehicles Bill
The Automated Vehicles Bill, introduced to the UK Parliament in February 2024, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of...
Iqbal Bedi
Mar 1, 20244 min read
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UK Local Authority Connectivity Landscape: 2024
Find out if your local authority's connectivity initiatives are keeping pace with the UK's digital transformation.
Iqbal Bedi
Feb 6, 20245 min read
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State of the UK Fibre Market: Update 2024
2024 UK Fibre Market Update: Altnets grow, surpass Openreach in build rate, but face investment and overbuild challenges.
Iqbal Bedi
Jan 9, 20245 min read
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Navigating Fiscal Challenges: A Digital Imperative for Local Authorities
Recently, I have engaged in extensive discussions with numerous local authority Chief Executives and senior leaders, and I have gained...
Iqbal Bedi
Dec 1, 20234 min read
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Navigating the Evolution of Telecoms: From Infrastructure Expansion to Customer-Centricity
Clients often seek our insights into the ever-evolving landscape of the fixed telecoms market and its future trajectory. It's important...
Iqbal Bedi
Nov 4, 20233 min read
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ARTICLE: Embracing 5G Transformation: Redesigning Business Models for Public Services
The advent of 5G technology represents a significant leap forward, promising to revolutionise the way we interact, innovate, and conduct...
Iqbal Bedi
Sep 29, 20233 min read
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