Call for Contributions: Distributed Cloud and Edge Computing
techUK is inviting members to contribute case studies to an upcoming paper highlighting the potential for distributed cloud and edge computing to help accelerate innovation and boost productivity in the UK.
We are interested in the following key questions:
- How can distributed cloud and edge computing (in combination with related technologies like AI, IoT and 5G) accelerate innovation and boost productivity?
- How can distributed cloud and edge computing enable automation, optimisation and data-driven value creation?
- What are the key factors that underpin adoption of these technologies and what can UK government do to help?
This paper will highlight the work of our members in delivering world-class distributed cloud and edge computing solutions across the economy. It will identify key trends, explore the factors underpinning adoption, and consider how UK businesses and public sector bodies can harness these technologies to boost productivity and economic growth.
How to contribute
techUK members or industry stakeholders can submit a case study of 300 words to be featured in the report alongside your logo.
Your submission should highlight the potential of distributed cloud or edge computing and consider how the UK can best harness the potential of these technologies to accelerate innovation and boost productivity.
This could take the form of a technology solution that integrates distributed cloud with edge computing and related technologies like AI, IoT and 5G to boost productivity in the public or private sectors.
This could also be through a practical solution in the following sectors:
- Industrial Edge (e.g., manufacturing or energy and utilities)
- Health (e.g., NHS, social care, personal health devices)
- Transport (e.g., road or rail transport)
- Retail (e.g., online or high street retail)
Please submit your contribution via email to [email protected] by 13 Dec 2024. Don’t forget to include your name, job title, and organisation name and logo. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!
The paper will be launched at an in-person event in Q1 2025, published on the techUK website, and distributed through our newsletters and social media.
Chris Hazell
Sue Daley
Sue Daley
Sue leads techUK's Technology and Innovation work.
This includes work programmes on cloud, data protection, data analytics, AI, digital ethics, Digital Identity and Internet of Things as well as emerging and transformative technologies and innovation policy. She has been recognised as one of the most influential people in UK tech by Computer Weekly's UKtech50 Longlist and in 2021 was inducted into the Computer Weekly Most Influential Women in UK Tech Hall of Fame. A key influencer in driving forward the data agenda in the UK Sue is co-chair of the UK government's National Data Strategy Forum. As well as being recognised in the UK's Big Data 100 and the Global Top 100 Data Visionaries for 2020 Sue has also been shortlisted for the Milton Keynes Women Leaders Awards and was a judge for the Loebner Prize in AI. In addition to being a regular industry speaker on issues including AI ethics, data protection and cyber security, Sue was recently a judge for the UK Tech 50 and is a regular judge of the annual UK Cloud Awards.
Prior to joining techUK in January 2015 Sue was responsible for Symantec's Government Relations in the UK and Ireland. She has spoken at events including the UK-China Internet Forum in Beijing, UN IGF and European RSA on issues ranging from data usage and privacy, cloud computing and online child safety. Before joining Symantec, Sue was senior policy advisor at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). Sue has an BA degree on History and American Studies from Leeds University and a Masters Degree on International Relations and Diplomacy from the University of Birmingham. Sue is a keen sportswoman and in 2016 achieved a lifelong ambition to swim the English Channel.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2055
- Twitter:
- @ChannelSwimSue,@ChannelSwimSue
Laura Foster
Laura Foster
Laura is techUK’s Associate Director for Technology and Innovation.
She supports the application and expansion of emerging technologies, including Quantum Computing, High-Performance Computing, AR/VR/XR and Edge technologies, across the UK. As part of this, she works alongside techUK members and UK Government to champion long-term and sustainable innovation policy that will ensure the UK is a pioneer in science and technology
Before joining techUK, Laura worked internationally as a conference researcher and producer covering enterprise adoption of emerging technologies. This included being part of the strategic team at London Tech Week.
Laura has a degree in History (BA Hons) from Durham University, focussing on regional social history. Outside of work she loves reading, travelling and supporting rugby team St. Helens, where she is from.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- LinkedIn:
- www.linkedin.com/in/lauraalicefoster