Internet infrastructure
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News
27 Nov 2024
Fierce competition and consolidation causing FTTP altnets to struggle
Survey finds that with the accelerated fibre roll-out by UK broadband majors, UK’s individual suppliers face significant challenges Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Nov 2024
Stage is set for legal battles over Big Tech dominance
Having lost its case to drop a £7bn collective claim, Google is facing increased legal scrutiny on a number of fronts over its business practices Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Feature
25 Nov 2014
How the development of standards will affect the internet of things
As the internet of things (IoT) grows, so will the number of applications developed to control internet-connected devices and objects Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Nov 2014
National Trust for Scotland overcomes legacy network challenge
The National Trust for Scotland has replaced a historical network infrastructure with a core service from Brocade Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Nov 2014
Former Allied Irish COO to launch iTunes-style bank
Former Allied Irish Bank COO Anne Boden is to create digital bank in 2015, with the aim of changing banking in the same way Apple changed music Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 Nov 2014
Asda opens technology centre in Leeds
Asda opens a technology centre in its Leeds head office to provide a more streamlined service for online customers Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
19 Nov 2014
UK will get 700MHz TV spectrum for mobile data – in 2022
Ofcom will make the 700MHZ terrestrial TV spectrum available for mobile data when it falls out of use in 8 years' time Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
18 Nov 2014
HM Revenue and Customs hopes electronic forms will save £800,000 by March 2015
Taxpayers completing forms for HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will be able to do so online by the end of 2014 Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
17 Nov 2014
Can Microsoft change its spots?
Since Satya Nadella took over as CEO of Microsoft, the company has become steadily more open and cross-platform Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
17 Nov 2014
Tech Mahindra backs Milton Keynes smart city project
Tech Mahindra’s telco services wing to support development and deployment of smart city solutions and IoT sensor networks Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Nov 2014
CIO success is all about winning friends and influencing people
If Gartner’s predictions are true, CIO working practices have to change to keep IT relevant Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Photo Story
14 Nov 2014
Retail technology – what’s hot?
The world of retail technology is looking hotter than ever from gimmicky augmented reality penguins to serious CCTV solutions. Here’s the Computer Weekly roundup of the potentially disruptive technologies which are hitting the retail market. Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
13 Nov 2014
Hull gets dark fibre injection for EE and Three
Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL), a joint venture between EE and Three, deploys dark fibre backhaul connections to masts in Hull Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
13 Nov 2014
Ministry of Justice searches for IT staff to join digital team
The Ministry of Justice is recruiting people to join its team tasked with designed digital public services Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
12 Nov 2014
Government CTO Liam Maxwell says Microsoft “conversation has changed”
CTO Liam Maxwell says the government's relationship with Microsoft has changed after meeting CEO Satya Nadella Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
07 Nov 2014
Ofcom to auction tranche of MoD-owned spectrum
190 MHz of spectrum in two bands currently controlled by the Ministry of Defence is to go under the hammer Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
05 Nov 2014
Why national roaming may not be the answer to mobile not-spots
Industry suggests alternative strategies as government threatens to force mobile operators to allow national roaming Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
04 Nov 2014
Government asks for more information on digital currencies
The government has released a Call for Information to invite views on the benefits and risks of digital currencies Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
04 Nov 2014
Airbus interview: research, innovation and the future of aviation
IT plays a substantial role in creating the aircraft of the future, with research and innovation at the core of the Airbus business strategy Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
30 Oct 2014
Problems surface as first users attempt to use Gov.uk Verify
Problems have surfaced as users try to use Gov.uk Verify to prove their identities Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
30 Oct 2014
UK lags behind US and Australia in DevOps adoption
The UK is significantly behind other markets in terms of DevOps adoption Continue Reading
By- Archana Venkatraman, Datacentre Editor
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Feature
30 Oct 2014
Currency exchange business Travelex cuts HR costs by 25% with cloud IT systems
Travelex's cloud human resources (HR) project survived a budget overrun to cut costs and job recruitment times Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Feature
30 Oct 2014
How the BBC became digital in three-and-a-half years
The BBC has undergone a digital transformation that started 18 months prior to the London 2012 Olympic Games Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
29 Oct 2014
Banks see technology firms as biggest threat, says Infosys
Google, Apple and Facebook the biggest threat to banks as technology firms offer consumers financial services Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
28 Oct 2014
Lloyds Banking Group confirms 9,000 job cuts and digital investment
Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed it will cut 9000 jobs and close around 150 branches to focus more on its digital strategy Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
24 Oct 2014
Six networks that changed the world forever
The Science Museum opens its Information Age gallery, dedicated to the history of information and communications Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
22 Oct 2014
Interview: Ed Vaizey MP talks digital economy and digital skills
Minister for the digital economy Ed Vaizey discusses his new role and the future of digital policy Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Oct 2014
Defra first department to implement Gov.uk Verify
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs first to utilise government’s new identity assurance system Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
21 Oct 2014
Government releases social media guidance for civil servants
New social media guidelines for civil servants have been released by the Cabinet Office Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
20 Oct 2014
Disney spreads the magic through wearable technology
The Walt Disney Company is using wearable technology to improve customer experience and engage with visitors Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
17 Oct 2014
Google shares down on mixed third quarter results
Google's share price dipped around 3% in response to mixed financial results for the third quarter Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
16 Oct 2014
Comic Relief’s digital challenge: talent, data and the No Make-Up Selfie
Social media campaigns such as the No Make-Up Selfie and the Ice Bucket Challenge threaten charities such as Comic Relief with their digital reach Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
15 Oct 2014
B&Q launches online kitchen planning and design tool
The DIY retailer debuts its B&Q Spaces planning and design tool which allows customers to plan their kitchen, bathroom and bedroom projects online Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
09 Oct 2014
Housing associations launch shared internet service from BT
BT promises housing association tenants lower internet costs through new scheme Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
08 Oct 2014
Tim Berners-Lee: Data sharing needs accountability
The question of how much data an individual should share was a key theme of Tim Berners-Lee's keynote at IP Expo Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
07 Oct 2014
Timberland focuses on online customer experience
After internationalising its e-commerce offering across Europe, Timberland's next priority is refining its online experience Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
07 Oct 2014
L’Oreal aligns technology with the business to work faster
L’Oreal’s digital technology is working with the business and marketing departments to become innovative and agile Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
07 Oct 2014
Mothercare uses mobile to engage with customers, not just to sell
Mothercare is continuing to use mobile to improve customer service and engage with users Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
02 Oct 2014
Oracle OpenWorld 2014: Lloyd's Register goes mobile with Oracle
Lloyd’s Register Group tells delegates at the Oracle OpenWorld 2014 conference how it developed a mobile working application for clients and staff Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
30 Sep 2014
Oracle OpenWorld 2014: Toms expands global e-commerce
Footwear retailer Toms relaunches e-commerce websites with Oracle platform to grow and improve customer experience Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
17 Sep 2014
KPMG: IoT, 3D printing and healthcare IT to have most impact
Internet of things (IoT), 3D printing and biotech or healthcare IT are among the IT trends that will change the way people work and live Continue Reading
By- Archana Venkatraman, Datacentre Editor
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News
15 Sep 2014
CIO interview: Stephen Hale, head of digital, Department of Health
“I want to make digital less of a novelty,” says the Department of Health’s head of digital Stephen Hale Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
15 Sep 2014
Clarks shoes steps into digital
Shoe manufacturer Clarks is replacing its legacy e-commerce sites with a global cloud-based system next month Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
12 Sep 2014
Retailers need to adopt ‘fail fast’ attitude to technology
Retailers experimenting with digital technologies must take a “fail fast” approach so they can deliver new innovations quickly Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
11 Sep 2014
Boots to roll out real-time stock visibility in coming weeks
Health and beauty retailer, Alliance Boots, is about to roll out real-time stock visibility to its stores and customers using SAP Hana Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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Opinion
11 Sep 2014
The digital CIO: ‘Fear of Google’ and the ethics of digital business
Could the big digital players be using their dominance by exerting unfair competition? Continue Reading
By- Brinley Platts and Peter Thornton
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News
10 Sep 2014
UK retailers must invest more in digital technologies
The UK’s biggest retailers are ‘under-investing’ in in-store digital technologies Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
09 Sep 2014
EY seeks tech startups to address challenges of right to be forgotten
Professional services firm Ernst & Young is looking for startups to find technology solutions to the ‘right to be forgotten’ regulation Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
05 Sep 2014
'Bungled' Army 2020 IT recruitment contract loses £70m of savings
Mismanaged IT contracts lead to further setbacks in Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Army recruitment drive Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
04 Sep 2014
Ordnance Survey to release open data on green spaces
The Ordnance Survey is to release information and statistics on green space in England and Wales as open data Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
01 Sep 2014
Suppliers discuss Emergency Services Network with Home Office
Suppliers have attended an event held by the Home Office to discuss details of the new Emergency Services Network Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
29 Aug 2014
Tesco to reduce IT spend in a bid to cut costs
Supermarket giant Tesco has announced that it will be cutting costs from its IT budget to save money Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
29 Aug 2014
Ocado’s technology under fire, causing share price to fall
Ocado’s IT has come under fire in a financial analyst's report that claims the market has over-valued the retailer's automation technology Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
28 Aug 2014
Government appoints former Credit Suisse CIO as deputy CTO
The government has appointed former Credit Suisse CIO Magnus Falk as its new deputy chief technology officer (CTO) Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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Photo Story
27 Aug 2014
Surrey makes strides in paperless policing
Surrey Police Force has been leading the way in paperless policing, with help from Airwave. Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
27 Aug 2014
BDUK arrives on the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight inaugurates its first rural fibre cabinet delivered by BDUK as the project finally crosses the Solent Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Aug 2014
Government sees 820,000 voters register online
Over one million UK citizens have registered to vote over the last two months, with around 820,000 opting for a new online registration service Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
18 Aug 2014
CIO Interview: Hugh Fahy, CIO, Net-A-Porter
“I like to emphasis the ‘I’ bit in CIO,” says Hugh Fahy, chief information officer of the Net-A-Porter Group Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
14 Aug 2014
Click and collect drives e-commerce growth for Asda
Shoppers at Asda are continuing to choose to buy their groceries online and pick them up in-store Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
14 Aug 2014
Amazon launches credit card reader for small businesses
Amazon has launched a card reader and mobile app for small businesses Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
13 Aug 2014
Company Magazine ditches print to go online only
The womens’ monthly publication Company Magazine has announced it will become a standalone digital brand from October Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
11 Aug 2014
USB-connected devices present cyber vulnerabilities
Connecting devices to computers using a USB port could lead to security breaches, say Berlin-based researchers Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
08 Aug 2014
Why John Linwood is not to blame for BBC’s failed technology project
Former BBC CTO has won his case for unfair dismissal over the failed £100m DMI project, but what lessons can be learned? Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
07 Aug 2014
Sacked BBC CTO wins unfair dismissal case
Former BBC chief technology officer John Linwood has won his case for unfair dismissal against the broadcaster Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
07 Aug 2014
Manchester has the second largest Wi-Fi network in the UK
The city of Manchester is now home to the second largest Wi-Fi network in the country as it completes a network extension Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
05 Aug 2014
BT Business brings 4G to SMEs
BT Business has launched a range of plans for small businesses that include free access to 4G and unlimited BT Wi-Fi Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
01 Aug 2014
Russian blogger law comes into action
A new information security law which places restrictions on Russian bloggers and social media users has come into force today Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
31 Jul 2014
IT needs to improve network infrastructure for future of retail
IT departments need to up their game and improve networks for the retail sector which is on the brink of massive technology change Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
18 Jul 2014
BBC 4G broadcast research wins support of Huawei and EE
BBC Research and Development has teamed up with Huawei and EE to explore the role of 4G mobile networking in the future of broadcasting Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Jul 2014
BBC News commits to digital investment amid loss of 220 jobs
BBC News has announced a restructure where it will invest more into digital transformation and original journalism. Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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Opinion
16 Jul 2014
The legal considerations of the internet of things
As with many new technologies, there are a number of tricky legal challenges to consider as part of widespread IoT adoption Continue Reading
By- Kim Walker
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Feature
14 Jul 2014
A guide to smart home automation
Unless it is a new build, the challenge in creating a smart home is that technology must work irrespective of the age of the property Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
10 Jul 2014
Google Ventures expands with $100m to fund ‘most disruptive’ startups in Europe
Google is launching an expanded venture fund for Europe, with £58m to support and invest in next-gen European startups Continue Reading
By- Archana Venkatraman, Datacentre Editor
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News
02 Jul 2014
ISPs take legal action against GCHQ over mass network infrastructure surveillance
Six global internet service providers (ISPs) have filed a legal complaint calling for a halt to GCHQ’s use of network infrastructure for surveillance Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Photo Story
01 Jul 2014
Wimbledon bunker tour: The IT behind the tennis championships
Computer Weekly goes behind the scenes at Wimbledon to investigate the technology supporting of one of the biggest tennis championships Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
01 Jul 2014
BBC promotes R&D controller Matthew Postgate to CTO role
The BBC has appointed its research and development (R&D) controller Matthew Postgate as the corporation's chief technology officer (CTO) Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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Photo Story
01 Jul 2014
A peek into Intel’s Internet of Things lab in Swindon
Intel's new IoT lab in Swindon is researching connected devices such as a connected coffee machine, targeted ads and live Twitter analyses Continue Reading
By- Archana Venkatraman, Datacentre Editor
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Photo Story
25 Jun 2014
Go Ahead uses Huddle to improve mobility
Go-Ahead transport’s engineers are using Huddle for mobility and collaboration when maintaining its fleet of vehicles. Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
19 Jun 2014
BDUK to grill local authorities on broadband postcode data
New BDUK CEO Chris Townsend plans urgent review of local authorities to establish which are releasing broadband postcode data Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
19 Jun 2014
Government reveals winning bids in superfast broadband trials
Government reveals names of eight suppliers that have won a share of a £10m funding pot to trial superfast broadband in rural areas Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Jun 2014
Department of Health sets out technology priorities for coming year
The Department of Health (DoH) has outlined changes in the way technology and information will be used over the coming year Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
16 Jun 2014
House of Lords sets up Digital Skills Select Committee
The House of Lords has set up a select committee for digital skills Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
11 Jun 2014
Register to vote online goes live
The latest online transactional service from government has gone live as part of the ‘digital by default’ initiative Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
09 Jun 2014
IT departments unprepared for internet of things
Only 41% of IT professionals are working on projects to prepare their business for the internet of things Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
05 Jun 2014
Three ditches data roaming charges in five more countries
Mobile operator Three adds Finland, France, Israel, Norway and Switzerland to its Feel At Home service Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
03 Jun 2014
High availability strategy key to saving costs, says Sungard AS
The cost of IT downtime is extremely high for businesses – but must all systems and applications be highly available all the time? Continue Reading
By- Archana Venkatraman, Datacentre Editor
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News
30 May 2014
IT supplier insolvencies fall for first time as economy recovers
Technology companies have reached a turning point as insolvencies fall for the first time in 2014 Continue Reading
By- Tim Wood and Henry Kirby
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News
28 May 2014
NHS shared services aims to end paper invoicing
NHS Shared Business Services hopes to eradicate paper invoicing by implementing an e-invoicing system that will be free for suppliers to use Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
22 May 2014
Case study: Bank of America and Nationwide use in-branch telepresence
Bank of America and Nationwide implement video conferencing technology to enable customers to speak to banking specialists Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
22 May 2014
Political parties open sites to search engines after Tories' 2013 deletion
The Conservative Party’s deletion and purge of its archive of speeches from internet search engines last October was unique among political parties Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2014
Can Tech City deliver reliable fast internet for startup businesses?
Technology companies based in London’s Tech City are struggling to access high-speed fibre optic broadband, which is dramatically affecting the success their businesses. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2014
What is holding Berlin back from becoming a European centre for startups?
Berlin is one of Europe’s most up-and-coming hotbeds for technology startup companies, but red tape and legislation is preventing it from fulfilling its potential Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2014
German companies look to Berlin startups for innovation
German companies are beginning to recognise Berlin as a hot spot for technology innovation thanks to the many startups there Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
02 May 2014
Addressing security and privacy on the industrial internet
The smart grid and smart meters are part of the wider industrial internet, which will offer insight into people’s life at home. What are the security implications? Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
01 May 2014
GDS working to secure Google Apps for government
The Government Digital Service (GDS) is in talks with CESG, the IT security arm of GCHQ, to get approval for using Google Apps within government. Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
30 Apr 2014
Interview: Nick Roberts, president of Socitm and IT group manager
This month, Nick Roberts, IT group manager at Surrey County Council, took over as president of Socitm, the association of IT and digital professionals working in and for local public services Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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Photo Story
29 Apr 2014
Berlin: A hotbed of European technology startups
Berlin is one of the hottest new places to be an entrepreneur with technology startups from all over the world heading to the German capital Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
14 Apr 2014
Government pledges to reduce digital divide by 25%
The government has launched a Digital Inclusion Strategy to reduce the number of offline people in the UK by 25% Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
14 Apr 2014
Are retailers using data analytics to their advantage?
Computer Weekly looks at the challenges the retail sector faces in taking advantage of data analysis Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
11 Apr 2014
Endless aisle solution helps Crocs cope with small retail space
Footwear retailer Crocs has implemented an endless aisle solution in its 200-plus stores in the US which helps overcome small store space Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
11 Apr 2014
Startups deliver £174m boost to Teesside's digital economy
The Tees Valley area of the UK now has an annual digital economy worth £174m, with £62m from Middlesbrough alone Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
10 Apr 2014
Cisco identifies five sectors to benefit from IoE
Healthcare, retail, transport, energy and manufacturing are likely to benefit first from the internet of everything Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist