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03mar10:00 am10:30 amFeaturedScotlandIS Tech Tidbits: Neuroinclusion at Work

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Join our series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month! These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting
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Join our series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month!
These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting to cybersecurity, cloud computing to procurement, and many more.
Each event will feature a ScotlandIS member offering their expert insights and advice on the topic in hand, however you do not need to be a member to attend these talks.
For March, we’ll be joined by guest speaker Alan Thorburrow, CEO of Mindroom.
Neurodiversity refers to the natural variations in the human brain, highlighting the strengths of individuals who think, feel, and experience the world in diverse ways. In this talk, we will explore how implementing neuro-inclusive practices can help reduce stigma and promote acceptance of this often-overlooked aspect of human diversity.
This presentation is aimed at employees and employers who are interested in learning more about neurodiversity and exploring strategies to create a more inclusive environment for neurodivergent employees.
Mindroom
As an organisation founded upon lived experience, Mindroom champions all forms of neurodiversity and supports all kinds of minds. Our mission is to advance inclusion and acceptance for children, young people, and their families, driving change in how we live, work, and learn.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 10:30 am GMT
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR

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Operational Technology is quickly becoming an organisation highest risk point and in 2026 it's becoming a regulatory consideration too. Over this four part webinar series we will be joined
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Operational Technology is quickly becoming an organisation highest risk point and in 2026 it’s becoming a regulatory consideration too.
Over this four part webinar series we will be joined by guest speakers as we explore what operational and IT convergence really means for all industries, not just manufacturing and CNI; how it will be impacted by the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and what blueprint all organisations can follow to gain resilience across their environment.
Throughout this series we’ve covered:
- Assets discoverability and visibility (episode 1)
- Threat detection and integrating threat intelligence (episode 2)
- Incident response and meeting regulatory compliance (episode 3)
And in this episode we’ll look at bringing all of these elements together, connecting Operational Technology (OT) monitoring with IT monitoring to create a single view of full network activity.
In this episode we’ll cover:
- Why OT/IT connected monitoring is a must for any organisation in 2026
- How to effectively integrate IT and OT detection monitoring into a single Security Operations Centre (SOC)
- When this needs to be in place to be complaint with the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill
Featuring John Ballentine (Government Advisor; Head of OT Cyber Security, New Jersey Port Authority), you’ll hear the real-world “art of the possible” for complex operational organisations and how to move from fragmentation to a connected security operating model.
Time
(Thursday) 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm GMT
Location
Online
17mar11:00 am12:00 pmThe Netherlands: Your Gateway to European Tech Growth

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This webinar will introduce opportunities for UK companies looking to export to the Netherlands, explain the benefits at both a corporate and individual level of setting up a subsidiary, as
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This webinar will introduce opportunities for UK companies looking to export to the Netherlands, explain the benefits at both a corporate and individual level of setting up a subsidiary, as well as the opportunities for collaboration with both the private and public sector.
The Netherlands offers a strategic gateway for UK tech companies seeking to expand into Europe. As one of the most digitally advanced economies in the EU, the Dutch market boasts high internet penetration, a strong innovation ecosystem, and world-class infrastructure.
What you’ll learn:
- The export opportunities in the Netherlands as the gateway to Europe
- How the Dutch and UK Governments are partnering on innovation for the future
- How the Department for Business and Trade & British Embassy The Hague assist companies
For UK tech companies, opportunities lie in:
- Collaborating with Dutch startups and scale-ups in innovation clusters.
- Providing solutions for smart cities and sustainability.
- Leveraging the Netherlands as a launchpad for EU market access post-Brexit.
There will also be a Q & A session at the end that will help enhance your knowledge further, as well as the opportunity to schedule further conversations with the Speakers.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm GMT
Location
Online
Organizer

Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Scotland
18mar1:00 pm2:00 pmThe SharePoint Iceberg: Invisible Risks, Visible Consequences

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Every day, access rights in SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams grow more complex and more dangerous. As Microsoft Copilot rolls out, unmanaged permissions don’t just grant user access anymore, they become AI
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Every day, access rights in SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams grow more complex and more dangerous.
As Microsoft Copilot rolls out, unmanaged permissions don’t just grant user access anymore, they become AI access.
In this session, Andy Syrewicze will uncover:
- The hidden risks beneath the surface of Microsoft 365 permissions
- Explore the compliance and security impact
- Show how MSPs and IT leaders can regain control with clear visibility and consistent governance
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm GMT
Location
Online

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As a business operating in the Highlands and Islands region, would you like to learn more about business support available to you? This event, co-created by ScotlandIS
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This event, co-created by ScotlandIS and Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), aims to highlight support, specialist advice and funding opportunities available to businesses and organisations in the Highlands and Islands region.
We will outline funding and business support, including HIE digital programmes, entrepreneurial support, innovation funding, national grants, and ScotlandIS initiatives, as well as enable practical next steps by signposting trusted resources, directories, ecosystems, and application processes.
This session also looks to increase awareness of the digital technology expertise available across Scotland, including cyber, data, software development, cloud, AI, MSP services, digital transformation consultancy, and more.
Time
(Wednesday) 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm GMT
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
19mar10:00 am11:00 amItaly & Spain: Where UK Tech Meets Southern European Demand

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Italy and Spain offer strong opportunities for UK tech companies through advanced industrial clusters, fast‑growing digital ecosystems, and major investments in strategic fields like cybersecurity,
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Italy and Spain offer strong opportunities for UK tech companies through advanced industrial clusters, fast‑growing digital ecosystems, and major investments in strategic fields like cybersecurity, automation, and smart cities. This webinar will showcase these opportunities and how open innovation creates additional pathways for collaboration with the private sector.
What you’ll learn
- Inspire UK tech businesses to pursue international growth.
- Showcase the wealth of opportunities available to UK companies in global markets.
- Raise awareness of how UK firms can leverage DBT support to succeed internationally.
Description
Italy and Spain are two of Europe’s most dynamic technology markets, offering strong opportunities for UK companies. With advanced industrial clusters, thriving digital ecosystems, and major investments in areas like cybersecurity, automation, and smart cities, both countries provide multiple entry points for innovators. This event will explore the Italian and Spanish tech landscapes, highlight strategic sectors, and share practical insights on collaboration with corporates, public institutions, and technology hubs.
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am GMT
Location
Online
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Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Scotland
19mar3:00 pm4:00 pmEnhancing Approaches to Data Standards Publication in the Scottish Public Sector

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Join MetadataWorks and Scottish Government for a technical walkthrough of a tool currently being evaluated as part of a six‑week discovery project. This discovery is focussed on exploring how
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Join MetadataWorks and Scottish Government for a technical walkthrough of a tool currently being evaluated as part of a six‑week discovery project.
This discovery is focussed on exploring how the Metadataworks platform operates and assessing its suitability for supporting data standards publication across the Scottish public sector.
During the session, we will demonstrate key features of the platform and outline how it could support future metadata and standards workflows. We’ll finish with an open discussion to gather your thoughts, and a follow‑up survey will be shared to collect more detailed feedback.
Speakers: Adam Milward, Co-founder and CEO of MetadataWorks; and Kathryn Reynolds, Data Standards Lead, Scottish Government
Who should attend: Anyone involved in shaping or using data standards within the Scottish public sector
Questions & Accessibility needs: Please reach out to Shona.nicol@gov.scot
Time
(Thursday) 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm GMT
Location
Online
Organizer

Scottish Government
20mar10:00 am11:00 amScaling in APAC: Grow through Commercial and Investment Partnerships

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Asia Pacific offers significant growth opportunities for UK tech companies through fast growing digital economies, strong demand for innovation, and increasing investment across priority sectors such as fintech, clean tech,
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Asia Pacific offers significant growth opportunities for UK tech companies through fast growing digital economies, strong demand for innovation, and increasing investment across priority sectors such as fintech, clean tech, advanced manufacturing, health tech and smart infrastructure. This webinar will explore how commercial and investment partnerships across APAC can help UK businesses scale.
What you’ll learn
- Inspire UK tech businesses to pursue international growth.
- Showcase the wealth of opportunities available to UK companies in global markets.
- Raise awareness of how UK firms can leverage DBT support to succeed internationally.
Description
The Asia Pacific region is one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse growth markets, offering compelling opportunities for UK companies looking to scale internationally. With rapidly expanding digital economies, strong appetite for innovation, and significant public and private investment, APAC presents multiple pathways for commercial growth and investment partnerships.
This webinar will explore the Asia Pacific innovation landscape, highlighting priority sectors and strategic markets, and outlining how UK businesses can engage with corporates, investors, public institutions and innovation ecosystems across the region. Attendees will gain practical insights into building partnerships, navigating market entry, and accessing on the ground support through the Department for Business and Trade and the UK’s Asia Pacific network.
Time
(Friday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am GMT
Location
Online
Organizer

Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Scotland

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Join us for a virtual roundtable exploring how Scotland can better support tech entrepreneurs in rural and remote communities. 'Place, People and Potential: Rethinking How
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Join us for a virtual roundtable exploring how Scotland can better support tech entrepreneurs in rural and remote communities.
‘Place, People and Potential: Rethinking How We Support Rural Tech Entrepreneurs’ will bring together founders and more to discuss the opportunities and barriers facing businesses in regions such as the Highlands and Islands.
Through a structured conversation, participants will explore the role of micro‑clusters, peer networks and national support programmes in helping rural innovators thrive.
The session will highlight practical insights to inform future initiatives designed to strengthen Scotland’s distributed tech ecosystem, and ensure entrepreneurs can build and scale successful businesses from anywhere in the country.
Time
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm GMT
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
26mar2:00 pm3:00 pmReimagine IT Operations with AI: Unlock Real Value through Managed Services

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AI has the potential to transform IT service management, but many organisations struggle to realise its full benefits. Challenges such as platform upgrades, underused features, and governance gaps
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AI has the potential to transform IT service management, but many organisations struggle to realise its full benefits. Challenges such as platform upgrades, underused features, and governance gaps can limit its impact.
Join Sopra Steria and ServiceNow for this expert-led webinar to discover how a Managed Services approach can help resolve foundational challenges, optimise ITSM and IT operations, and unlock AI-driven efficiencies that reduce costs, improve service delivery, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Whether you’re already using the ServiceNow platform or evaluating enterprise platforms, this session provides practical guidance to strengthen governance, improve performance and scale with confidence.
Time
(Thursday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm BST
Location
Online
april

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Dive into the threats hiding in today’s digital supply chains and see why traditional security perimeters no longer cut it. Arctic Wolf's Connor Milligan and Brian Stewart kick off with a
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Dive into the threats hiding in today’s digital supply chains and see why traditional security perimeters no longer cut it.
Arctic Wolf’s Connor Milligan and Brian Stewart kick off with a quick inside look at how Arctic Wolf is helping organisations stay ahead of modern attacks.
Concierge Security Engineer Megan Henchin then lifts the lid on real supply chain compromises, shares what organisations can control and how, and highlights the emerging threats she’s seeing across the cyber landscape.
A sharp, insight‑packed session designed to leave you more informed and better protected.
Time
(Wednesday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm BST
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
30apr10:00 am11:00 amFeaturedCyber Security for the Third Sector: Meet the Experts

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ScotlandIS in partnership with SCVO are pleased to invite you to join our experts for a practical cyber security webinar for the 3rd sector. You’ll
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ScotlandIS in partnership with SCVO are pleased to invite you to join our experts for a practical cyber security webinar for the 3rd sector.
You’ll hear from Amanda Stewart of Illuminate IT and David Lawrence of Grant McGregor, who will share practical, real-world advice to help you protect your organisation.
Charities and third sector organisations are increasingly being targeted by cyber attacks, often with limited budgets, small teams and heavy reliance on volunteers.
This practical Meet the Experts webinar is designed specifically for third sector organisations and will focus on the cyber risks you are most likely to face — and the simple, effective steps you can take to reduce them. Our expert speakers will cover the essentials, from understanding and managing your IT assets and keeping systems up to date, to building a strong security culture and meeting Cyber Essentials standards.
There will be plenty of time for questions, with clear, jargon-free advice you can apply straight away, plus practical takeaways and signposting to free or low-cost support.
Who should attend?
Anyone working and/or volunteering for a third sector organisation in Scotland at the beginning of their cyber resilience journey, and maybe not sure where to start, who provides leadership and/or is responsible for aspects of operations/IT.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first steps towards a safer, more secure organisation. Together, we can build a resilient third sector, equipped to thrive in the face of digital challenges.
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am GMT
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
30apr2:00 pm3:00 pmFeaturedPitch Perfect Presentation Skills

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Public speaking expert, Greg Summers, will talk about the importance of improving communication skills in relation to public speaking, presenting and pitching. Greg will share his top 10 tips that will
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Public speaking expert, Greg Summers, will talk about the importance of improving communication skills in relation to public speaking, presenting and pitching.
Greg will share his top 10 tips that will help you look forward to your next Public Speaking / Presentation & Pitch opportunity with improved confidence.
The audience will take away a number of learned skills that will help ease fear and aid you in approaching your next speaking opportunity, making the process enjoyable and successful.
Summary of background and contact details:
Greg Summers has been a Professional Presenter and Communication skills trainer for over 20 years. He had hosted some of the UKs largest events and trains some of the biggest names in business. You can find out more at www.gregsunmers.co.uk
Time
(Thursday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm BST
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
may

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Join our series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month! These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting
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Join our series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month!
These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting to cybersecurity, cloud computing to procurement, and many more.
Each event will feature a ScotlandIS member offering their expert insights and advice on the topic in hand, however you do not need to be a member to attend these talks.
For May, we’ll be joined by ScotlandIS member Phoenix and their partner, N-able.
In this session, N‑able will walk you through a real attack scenario drawn directly from recent frontline experiences. We’ll then tie the scenario to today’s threat landscape—where phishing, credential theft, and AI‑generated social engineering continue to target individuals directly. Finally, we explore how AI is transforming the SOC, helping IT teams better protect users, detect malicious behaviour sooner and accelerate a response through best practices and tools.
Here’s what we’ll cover in this session:
1. Attacks Start with a User: Most breaches begin with a human moment and why recognising early warning signs is crucial
2. Today’s Threats Are Faster and Smarter: Phishing, identity attacks, and AI‑driven impersonation have grown by 50% in 2025 according to the NCSC
3. AI Strengthens Defences: AI‑powered detection, analysis, and response help security teams act faster, cut through noise and offer organisations a strong return on investment in their security operations
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 10:30 am BST
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
05may12:00 pm12:45 pmFeaturedFunding Mini Masterclass: Fundable Projects - Delivering Bang & Buck

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The next in a series of events looking at funding for SMEs... Fundable Projects: Delivering Bang and Buck Exclusive to ScotlandIS members, Ailsa (
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Exclusive to ScotlandIS members, Ailsa (www.ailsa.io) is hosting a series of practical mini masterclass on how to access Scottish and UK grant funding, prize competitions, procurement opportunities, tenders and bids – tailored for tech startups and small businesses, from very early-stage ideas through to more established ventures.
Ailsa’s team are funding experts, having secured over £500 million in non-dilutive funding for businesses like yours. That hard-won insight now underpins Ailsa: an AI-powered platform designed to get you the grants you deserve.
This session will be a trench-level masterclass in transforming your funding needs into fundable and credible work plans. We’ll cover how to go about preparing an evidence-based budget, gauging the limits of pragmatic ambition, delivering value for money, and designing your R&D plans to be inherently modular, ensuring you can maximise the funding possibilities out there with as little effort as possible.”
This 45-min webinar – the first in a planned series running throughout 2026 – lifts the lid on how founders and innovators can assess fit, understand trade-offs, and confidently navigate funding routes that genuinely support the long-term health of their business.
Whether you’re still shaping an idea or actively trading and planning for growth, the emphasis is on clear thinking, practical insight and actionable next steps – you’re not going to want to miss this!
Format
Attendees are invited to submit questions in advance, which will help shape the agenda and ensure the session focuses on what’s most valuable. The webinar is practical and discussion-led, with a 30-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A. There will also be opportunities for targeted, sector-specific and 1:1 funding clinics with the Ailsa team following the session.
Time
(Tuesday) 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm BST
Location
Online
Organizer

ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR

