Major sponsors
Anix Group Major Sponsor & Exhibitor, stand 2 t: 01454 329555 www.anix.co.uk e: marketing@anix.co.uk Anix is an enterprise IT services organisation with 15 years' experience creating and maintaining dependable computing environments for public sector organisations. It is dedicated to one single aim: to help IT departments spend less time fixing and more time innovating. Anix services enable IT departments to break free from reactive IT management allowing them to behave more strategically in understanding and supporting their organisation's requirements. |
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BEA Major Sponsor & Exhibitor, stand 29 t: 0800 169 0001 http://uk.bea.com e: uksalesenquiry@bea.com BEA is the world leader in enterprise infrastructure software, helping organisations to improve responsiveness through Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA). The BEA WebLogic® Enterprise Platform helps governments in the UK and across the world to manage and integrate processes and information within and across agencies, departments and regions. The result is more streamlined and efficient operations, decreased costs of managing applications and better access to information and services for citizens, employees and partner organisations. |
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CAPS Solutions Ltd Major Sponsor & Exhibitor, stand 28 t: 01635 565900 www.caps-solutions.co.uk e: info@caps-solutions.co.uk CAPS Solutions is one of the UK's most experienced suppliers of integrated local government solutions, founded in 1989 and serving over 220 customers. Its UNI-form range of GIS-enabled local government administrative software meets all of the land and property related information needs of local authorities. The UNI-form product suite enables the proactive joining-up of local authority functions and the needs of national initiatives and e-Government to be met |
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Compusys PLC Major Sponsor & Exhibitor, stand 5 t: 01296 505100 www.compusys.co.uk e: nathan.still@compusys.co.uk Compusys Consulting provide solutions in the form of Microsoft Content Management Systems, Dynamic Forms, Document Management and Collaboration with Sharepoint Portal Server, e-Commerce Solutions based on Microsoft Commerce Server, eCRM and Web Services. With many recognised certifications including Microsoft Gold Partner for Integrated e-Business and Advanced Infrastructure we are perfect partners for any Microsoft based IT Projects. As part of Compusys PLC we are also ideally positioned to specify and provide hardware to support your e-solutions. |
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Web Labs Ltd Major Sponsor & Exhibitor, stand 4 t: 01525 374859 www.web-labs.co.uk e: info@web-labs.co.uk Web Labs Ltd is a British software house with experience in supplying systems to the public sector to help meet e-government targets and increase BVPI scores. We specialise in the development of Content Management Systems (CMS), electronic forms (e-forms), work-flow, integration and document management software products for the internet and intranets. We can also help with licensing and community leadership/events software solutions and are continually bringing new products on-line. Innovative new features will be demonstrated at the conference. |
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Xenos Europe Ltd Major Sponsor & Exhibitor, stand 3 t: 01932 252299 www.xenos.com e: JGilbert@Xenos.com infoWEB from Xenos delivers fast, cost effective roll-out of electronic documents and reports across directorates and divisions. Xenos' know-how in public sector efficiency delivers bankable cost savings, FOI compliance and front line service enhancement for public sector organisations. Use existing browser software to deliver content, enable collaborative working and cut document costs in weeks. Find out what makes Gordon Brown smile, and how to accelerate your document and records management programme. Plus there's a chance to win a cool new iPod. Visit Xenos at SocitmSpring. |
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Other sponsors
Professional Chair Sponsor & Exhibitor, stand 23 APR Smartlogik Ltd t: 01223 271 000 www.aprsmartlogik.com e: marketing@aprsmartlogik.com APR Smartlogik has over 50 staff based in Cambridge and London. Smartlogik technology is used in more than 500 global organisations in the private and public sectors, including BBC, Kent Connects, Houses of Parliament, Defra, SurreyOnline, The Stationery Office, London Borough of Sutton, DTI, and many more. APR Smartlogik offers Smartlogik Semaphore – an e-government application for internet, intranet and portal solutions. Semaphore consistently and cost effectively tags your content for e-GMS compliancy, regardless of where it is stored. |
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Exhibitor, stand 39 & Sponsor, Delegate Folders and Notepads Directgov t: 07901 666655 www.direct.gov.uk e: cathrine.hammond@odpm.gsi.gov.uk Directgov is the place to turn for public services. Directgov, working with local authorities (LAs), is the main access point for all central and local government information. It offers citizens one place to interact with central and local government, improving their online experience and choice, and reducing the frustration of dealing with multiplegovernment information sources. Directgov is not a replacement for LA websites, but rather a complement. |
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Exhibitors
Alfred McAlpine Exhibitor, stand 7
t: 01698 805 100 www.alfredmcalpineplc.com e: IS@alfredmcalpineplc.com
With over 15 years' experience in the IT services sector, Alfred McAlpine helps deliver business objectives through a new generation of IT services. Major business partners including Microsoft, BT and Cisco work with us to provide world-class advice, services and optimum customer care. We use creative and lateral thinking to deliver flexible solutions that address today's business challenges. Our IT services are used by major organisations across the private and public sectors and we have extensive experience within all areas of local government.
Aligned Assets Exhibitor, stand 32
t: 0870 750 8 750 www.aligned-assets.co.uk e: solutions@aligned-assets.co.uk
Aligned Assets are a fast growing Geographic Intelligence company working in the Central and Local Government and Commercial sectors. We promote spatially enabled, enterprise-wide data warehouses, providing solutions that allow users to easily manage, search, exchange and share both property and geospatial information with other systems. Our Symphony Suite of products is a complete enterprise wide gazetteer solution that allows organizations to manage, disseminate and analyze their street and property gazetteers.
Brother UK Ltd Exhibitor, stand 40
t: 0845 602 1504 www.brother.co.uk e: geoff.ross@brother-uk.com
As a leading supplier of IT peripherals into the Public Sector, Brother UK will be exhibiting examples from their range of laser printers and multi-function devices. Brother's long-term commitment to corporate social responsibility means they are leading the industry in environmentally sound product design. This is good news in the wake of the DTI's publication of the EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), that aims to reduce the harmful environmental impact of IT waste by regulating its reuse, recycling and disposal.
Butler Group Exhibitor, stand 21
t: 01482 586 149 www.butlergroup.com/ e: andrew.simmons@ButlerGroup.com
Butler Group is the premier European provider of IT research, analysis & advice. As a subsidiary of Datamonitor Plc, a premium Business information company, Butler Group is respected throughout the European public sector and business community for impartial and incisive research & opinion. With a significant proportion of the subscriber base being not for profit / public sector, it is regarded as truly independent, providing a comprehensive portfolio of Research, Events, and Analyst Access for the specialised needs of all levels of executive.
CiA TRAINING LTD Exhibitor, stand 35
t: 0191 549 5002 www.ciatraining.co.uk e: info@ciatraining.co.uk
CiA Training has been providing ICT training resources including NEW e-Citizen, ECDL,ECDL Advanced, NEW ECDL Advanced consolidation exercises NEW ECDL Expert Pack, New CLAIT Series Open Learning Range, and Trainer's Pack. SPECIAL OFFERS AVAILABLE ON Stand 35
Delcam PS-Team Exhibitor, stand 16
t: 0121 7665544 www.ps-team.com e: ps-team@delcam.com
Delcam plc is a leading supplier of Enterprise Project Management (EPM) and web based collaboration solutions to the public sector. With customers and experience in defence, local and central government, PS-Team is tailored to tracking government projects, keeping an audit trail of activity in accordance with PRINCE2 to improve programme delivery. Delcam has 125 overseas sales and support centres supporting 10,000 organisations worldwide. They were the winners of the 'Queens Award for Enterprise: Innovation' for the second year running in 2004.
Dicoll Limited Exhibitor, stand 26
t: 01189 885522 www.dicoll.co.uk e: sales@dicoll.co.uk
Dicoll has a long and successful reputation for the design, manufacture and provision of interactive public access Kiosk solutions for the public sector. A market leader, the company have developed off the shelf, and fully tailored Kiosk solutions with their clients for use in a number of e-government applications. All products are designed and manufactured in-house in the UK, under ISO 9001:2000 accreditation. At Socitm this year Dicoll will be showcasing their new SmartCard and Chip & Pin enabled Kiosk Solutions.
DigiTV National Project Exhibitor, stand 24
t: 01484 223235 www.digitv.org.uk e: guy.giles@kirklees.gov.uk
The National Digital TV Project has a technology available for Government to publish services on interactive TV. DigiTV will be available to discuss this product, the experience of the 65 Local Authorities/partners already publishing services, our business case work and research. With around 60% of all households now with access to digital TV, and the switch over timetable published, this is the perfect time to be considering this new 24/7 channel, accessible from the comfort your own sofa.
Evesham Technology Exhibitor, stand 11
t: 01386 769600 www.evesham.com e: frankfaulds@evesham.com
Over 23 years of success have made Evesham Technology into one of the UK's largest manufacturers of Desktops, Notebooks, Servers and Storage products. We are spearheading the Government's Home Computing Initiative (HCi) scheme for both the commercial and Public Sector. We have signed over 100 clients since the scheme was re-launched in January 2004 and are Intel and Microsoft's provider of choice. Our network of 17 branches across the UK offers a full array of Managed Services and a long history of winning awards for our products and services.
FLOvate Technologies Exhibitor, stand 9
t: 01473 405000 www.flovate.com e: info@flovate.com
We deliver business process management solutions and have over 20 local authorities already using our document imaging and workflow software. OperaFLO enables authorities to design and implement their own processes council wide in one single software application. LicenceFLO supports the entire licensing function and includes workflow and web capabilties for online public service.
Gandlake Technology Limited Exhibitor, stand 33
t: 01635 524404 www.gandlake.com e: enquiries@gandlake.com
Gandlake provide intelligent print management, e-Billing, e-Statements and e-Payment solutions. Citizen's Account from Gandlake is the market leader and is the only solution to provide a consolidated, council wide view of a citizen's or business' financial relationship with their local authority. Citizen's Account is already in use, notably at Bristol City Council, lead authority in the National Project for e-Pay and is currently being rolled out at Fareham Borough Council and Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames with more to follow.
IDeA Exhibitor, stand 8
t: 020 7296 6194 www.idea.gov.uk e: e-gov@idea.gov.uk
Helping people and communities on their way to success is what the best local authorities do continually. They excel at creating local solutions for local needs by combining visionary goals with highly professional management. The IDeA works in partnership with all councils, to enhance the performance of the best, accelerate the speed of improvement of the rest, and develop the sector as a whole.
INTERGRAPH Mapping & Geospatial Solutions Exhibitor, stand 20
t: 01793 492 631 www.intergraph.co.uk e: imgsQuery-UK@ingr.com
Intergraph's goal is to enable governments and businesses to make better and faster operational decisions. By focusing on mainstream IT and open standards (including e-GIF, XML messaging, SVG and GML), Intergraph enables customers to utilise location information in ways that suit their organisation and workflows. We help customers deliver on-line services, link-up their field and mobile workers and enhance existing business systems from customer relations to asset management. See our solutions for PARSOL and other ESD on stand 20.
ION Information Technologies Ltd Exhibitor, stand 18
t: 01494 512490 www.ionit.com e: sales@ionit.co.uk
ION IT's services include the development of web applications, SAP implementation and the supply of project teams in key technologies. Our solutions can help you achieve e-government deadlines, integrate organisational processes, improve operational efficiency and streamline workflow. We have a strong focus on the local authority sector, which accounts for around half of our turnover. We are also an ISO 9001:2000, TickIT and IIP accredited company and have a strong commitment to delivering quality solutions.
Jadu Exhibitor, stand 30
t: 0116 262 3556 www.jadu.co.uk/egov e: suraj@jadu.co.uk
Jadu eGov CS is a multi-functional CMS that provides non-technical control of content and a customisable platform for growth. Built with the Priority Outcomes and eGIF as a framework to ensure the very tightest synergy with standards, the system is cross-platform and is implemented within eight weeks. Implementation includes W3C AA accessible web design, internal engagement, training & support. Jadu eGov CS is developed in partnership with Kettering BC, Rugby BC, Ribble Valley BC, Pendle BC, Burnley BC, Wellingborough BC and North Warwickshire BC.
LEVY ASSOCIATES Exhibitor, stand 25
t: 01727 865533 www.levynet.co.uk e: mail@levynet.co.uk
Levy Associates provides comprehensive contract and permanent IT recruitment services. Our ethos in simple … we listen to our clients, understand their requirements and deliver exactly what they want! This consistent approach has been the basis of our considerable success over the last 5 years, particularly within local government where we have assisted a number of IT departments in achieving their e-Gov targets.
local egovernment team Exhibitor, stand 38
t: 0207 944 4134 www.localegov.gov.uk e: Localegov@odpm.gsi.gov.uk
Since the publication of the National Strategy in November 2002 we have seen much progress. The programme has proceeded at a rapid pace. We have established 23 National Projects, over 100 Partnerships, a new support and capacity function, launched our new e-innovations fund and our detailed website has been a success. But we could not have done all this work on our own. We are grateful for the support provided by our partners, the Office of the e-Envoy, SOLACE, IDeA, Socitm and other government departments in delivering this strategy.
NDL Exhibitor, stand 34
t: 01865 822400 www.ndl.co.uk e: info@ndl.co.uk
A British company with offices in Yorkshire and Oxfordshire, NDL has been providing connectivity and integration software solutions to private and public sector customers for over 20 years. The past two years have seen NDL emerge as the clear market leader in back-office and CRM integration for the public sector. In the run up to the e-Government deadline, our swift, practical and pragmatic solutions are benefiting many local authorities. Visit stand 34 to see how they can help you achieve your targets.
NDMC Ltd Exhibitor, stand 45
t: 01869 255750 www.ndmc.uk.com e: info@ndmc.uk.com
Jigsaw is a new kind software application that powers database driven information flows. A single authoring tool (as easy to use as MS Powerpoint) can translate an A-Z (PID) list of services into automated database driven workflows in the time it takes to document your processes. Use Jigsaw to produce e-Government online forms and web-sites, mobile data capture applications, build performance management solutions and more.
Novell UK Ltd Exhibitor, stand 22
t: 01344 724000 www.novell.com/uk e: UKresponse@novell.com
Faced with increasingly demanding citizens and the need to continually do more with less, local authorities are seeking proven, secure, open source and web-based solutions to help reduce costs, increase efficiency and provide better service to constituents. Novell's government solutions are leading the way in providing central and local agencies with cost-effective solutions to address these challenges. Our dedicated teams, customised licensing programs and tailored solutions can provide you with a headstart on the road to eGovernment success.
NQ Consulting Ltd Exhibitor, stand 10
t: 0870 4606232 www.nqconsulting.com e: justtruth@nqconsulting.com
NQ Consulting is an IT consultancy focused on helping the public sector get maximum value from their ICT investments. Recent projects undertaken by our skilled and experienced consultants include providing expertise on ICT efficiency with the Centres of Excellence, reviewing ICT performance for Local Authorities and running complex ICT procurements for Government Departments. Our philosophy is to always share the truth with our clients. We recognise that sometimes the truth hurts, but believe it can always be trusted. Do you need the truth?
Open Objects Software Exhibitor, stand 17
t: 01223 422200 www.openobjects.com e: sales@openobjects.com
Open Objects will be presenting their KBroker search solution for Community Portals. KBroker is a one-stop solution for searching across FAQ's, A-Z Services, Life Events information and other key information on authority websites. KBroker has already been adopted by a number of Partnership projects and offers a fully outsourced way to run and manage County-wide and regional search. KBroker is compatible with e-Government standards for information retrieval and accessibility, including APLAWS, e-GMS & GCL.
Projxsoft Limited Exhibitor, stand 31
t: 020 8213 5982 www.projxsoft.com e: sales@projxsoft.com
Projxsoft are leaders within the public sector for the provision of Project Collaboration & Culture infrastructure, with over 100 clients, ranging from regional eGovernment, multi-council and agency collaborations, to total project culture implementations within individual local councils. Utilising our own unique sector-specific software products and pricing model, Projxsoft's mission is to become the de-facto project collaboration standard within the United Kingdom's public sector.
public-i Exhibitor, stand 15
t: 0870 90 700 25 www.public-i.info e: info@public-i.info
Public-i are the leading suppliers of webcasting services for Local Authorities. Our unique software enables councils to provide contextual information such as speaker names, agendas, presentations plus other information to enhance the viewing experience. Public-i offer transcription synchronized with audio and visual broadcast along with translation into any language. Public-i provide both fixed and mobile webcasting systems enabling the capture and transmission of a range of meetings or events both within Council offices and the community.
ReadSpeaker UK Ltd Exhibitor, stand 6
t: 0207 2230714 www.readspeaker.com e: carin.lennartsson@readspeaker.com
Readspeaker is Europe's leading solution for speech-enabling websites with more than 150 sites. No downloads are required and most file formats including Word, RTF and PDF can be read. It works with all browsers on Mac and PC and with connection speeds from 33.6k. ReadSpeaker will be featured in CommunityPeople's applications. The company provides courses, tools and technology for online consultation, e-democracy and citizen engagement, e-Panels, moderation and management of online discussion forums and guest speaker chat events.
rol Exhibitor, stand 13
t: 01572 756565 www.rol.co.uk e: claire.johnson@rol.co.uk
rol is a leading supplier of web-based electronic service delivery systems and consulting. We have a proven record of simplifying the e government agenda for councils and translating this into real benefits for users. We have earned our reputation for being at the leading edge of the e gov agenda through working successfully with councils, development agencies and local gov partnerships. We played a key role in National and Pathfinder projects such as LAWS, Working with Business, PARSOL, the Welland Partnership and ODPM Choice Based Lettings.
Siemens Communications Exhibitor, stand 43
t: 01908 855151 www.Siemenscomms.co.uk
Customers come to us because they get what they want: end-to-end solutions and a job well done at affordable prices. We provide virtually every product, solution and service they need, thanks to our expertise and global resources of Siemens. Customers increasingly look to integrate end-to-end solutions and services helping them achieve better value and efficiency allowing employees to concentrate on core roles. Siemens is in a unique position to deliver these expectations, that's why customers come back to us.
Socitm Exhibitor, stand 1
t: 01604 674800 www.socitm.gov.uk e: enquiries@socitm.gov.uk
The Socitm stand will carry information about forthcoming training courses, events, and publications. Display copies of a range of Socitm and Socitm Insight publications will be on view. Information will also be available about how to join Socitm and access its growing range of services.
Sopra Group Ltd Exhibitor, stand 19
t: 01438 760000 www.sopragroup.com e: mpickering@sopragroup.com
Local Authorities across the UK have benefitted from partnering with Sopra Group to help achieve their e-Government objectives. To each partnership, Sopra Group brings the appropriate knowledge and experience gained over 30 years as a leading european Systems & Systems Integration Consultancy. Sopra Group has made significant contribution to an number of Pathfinder, National and Trailblazer projects particularly where joined up or collaborative working has been a required outcome.
speed-trap limited Exhibitor, stand 41
t: 01635 230630 www.speed-trap.com e: info@speed-trap.com
speed-trap's e-government intelligence product is designed to meet the objectives of SocITM & IDeA Priority Outcomes documents in measuring and monitoring the effectiveness of e-government applications. Our solutions measure interactions between customers and web sites. speed-trap delivers statistical information on activity in the site, and uses our Dynamic Collection™ Technology to give a unique view of visitor experience and customer journeys. speed-trap's products were used in Better Connected 2005 to analyse beacon council sites.
TeleWare Exhibitor, stand 14
t: 01845 526830 www.teleware.com e: marketing@teleware.com
TeleWare is the leading supplier of intelligent telephony solutions provided as packaged and tailored Application Software. TeleWare's applications provide local and wide area Unified Communications to businesses, improving contactability and providing full multimedia messaging services. TeleWare's applications are delivered as on premise solutions or hosted services to enterprise and service providers. TeleWare customers include over 20% of the Times Top 100.
The Online Claims Project Exhibitor, stand 27
t: 0161 233 7060 www.claimsproject.com e: info@claimsproject.com
The Online Claims Project is delivering a DWP National Product for online Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit claims. The National Product streamlines claims administration, satisfies Priority Outcomes and drives Gershon efficiencies. It is an easy-to-use, intelligent, self-service system for customers and their agents. The Project is a partnership between Manchester City Council, Team Netsol, the DWP and ten public sector participants. The National Product is in beta, available to all UK authorities and their partners in August 2005.
Toplevel Computing Ltd Exhibitor, stand 12
t: 01453 753955 www.toplev.com e: info@toplev.com
British based, Toplevel has specialised in efficient e-business software since 1996. The UK Government is our market using application forms, statutory returns and employee facing personnel and financial forms. Toplevel OfficeForms offers intelligent, dynamic e-forms. Toplevel OfficeProcess offers powerful process oriented enterprise workflow. We will launch our new graphical Process Designer for enterprise workflow and our Government Connect module linking e-forms to the Government Gateway. Toplevel also offer consultancy services if required.
Tumbleweed Exhibitor, stand 42
t: 0118 934 7102 www.tumbleweed.com e: info@tumbleweed.co.uk
Tumbleweed Communications is the recognised leader in secure Internet communication solutions for enterprise and government customers of all sizes. Tumbleweed's solutions are used to make email, file transfer and web communications secure, reliable and efficient. Using Tumbleweed's solutions over 1,000 of the world's most demanding organisations can stop spam and viruses, secure and automate data exchange and ensure compliance with email policies and regulations, whilst significantly reducing their costs.
TutorPro Ltd Exhibitor, stand 36
t: 01823 661669 www.tutorpro.com e: pjohnson@tutorpro.com
TutorPro Ltd, a UK company, specialises in the design and development of customisable e-Learning solutions and true simulation IT applications courseware e.g. MS Office, ECDL, Documentum, DM5, SAP. We will work with you to implement the best value solution for your requirements, including LMS's, LCMS's, authoring tools, help desk support utilities and on-going advice.
Wireless Innovation Limited Exhibitor, stand 37
t: 08454 660011 www.wireless-innovation.co.uk e: phil.rouse@wi-ltd.net
Wireless Innovation specialises in the design, development and deployment of bespoke wireless networks. Wireless Innovation has access to a wide range of technology including licensed and unlicensed microwave, WiFi and WiMAX radios as well as free space optics and satellite broadband. Wireless Innovation has designed and deployed networks for Rural Broadband applications, Point to Point/Multipoint networks for Local Government, WiFi Hotspots and was responsible for one of the first "pure wireless" backbone networks for CCTV delivery within the UK.
Entry level sponsor
Search IT
t: 0161 8358682 www.search.co.uk e: mbrowett@search.co.uk
Search Consultancy is one of the UK's fastest growing total recruitment solutions companies. Our specialist Public Sector Team provides Contract Recruitment services to both Local and Central Government. Including Project/ Programme Managers, Business Analysts, Business Process Analysts, Web Content/Accessibility Editors or Managers, Technical Developers/ Architects (Java, .Net, Oracle, SAP) and Infrastructure Support Engineers/ Architects (Windows, Novell, Unix, Cisco). Please call Matthew on 0161 8358682 to discuss your specific requirements.