University computer system Janethas
won ashared servicesaward in the
eGovernment National Awards.
Tim Marshall, chief executive of Janet, said, "Shared services
are at the heart of the transformational government agenda. This
award recognises Janet as an exemplar of the real benefits that a
successful shared service can deliver to both its customers and the
tax payer."
Professor David Eastwood, chief executive of the Higher
Education Funding Council for England, said, "The higher education
sector has a long established record of shared services in many
areas, including computer networking, the applications process and
data collection.
"This award demonstrates the sector's commitment to efficiency
savings and enhanced services through the use of technology to link
universities and colleges in the UK and overseas."
Birmingham City Council won a transformational government award
in the same awards event.