september, 2023
04sep9:30 am2:30 pmFeaturedPitch Perfect Presentation SkillsScotlandIS Members Only

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We are pleased to offer our ScotlandIS members this dedicated session on improving communications skills with Greg Summers, an expert on public speaking and stage presence. As a tech company, it
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We are pleased to offer our ScotlandIS members this dedicated session on improving communications skills with Greg Summers, an expert on public speaking and stage presence.
As a tech company, it is essential to be able to deliver engaging and coherent pitches or presentations in order to win new business, obtain investment or raise awareness of your field.
Greg will share 15 Golden points that will help you look forward to your next public speaking, presentation or pitch opportunity with improved confidence.
The session will also cover preparation, structure and delivery of presentations.
Click the ‘Learn More’ link below now to register for the event.
Time
(Monday) 9:30 am - 2:30 pm BST
Location
ScotlandIS HQ
Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Springfield, Linlithgow, EH497LR
Organizer
ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
05sep9:30 am3:00 pmEdinburgh SASIG: Future-Proofing Technology

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We are delighted to be hosted by Lloyds Banking Group for our third Edinburgh event of the year. Technology is in the news more than usual, with much media attention
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We are delighted to be hosted by Lloyds Banking Group for our third Edinburgh event of the year. Technology is in the news more than usual, with much media attention on apocalyptic visions of a world dominated by artificial intelligence. We hope to dispel some myths and focus on AI’s real potential as an agent of change, particularly in cyber. But, despite the hyperbole, AI is only part of the picture. We still face threats from bad actors through theft, extortion, and sabotage. So how do we continue to improve the resilience of our businesses to meet these challenges in the technical and human space?
We look at the future of SOCs, the government’s evolving approach to Protect and Prepare, improving our people’s awareness and how we can attract and retain diverse talent into our sector. Last, but by no means least, how we can avoid a tragic bifurcation in our society between those who have access to tech and those who cannot afford to.
As with all our Edinburgh events, we invite and encourage as wide an audience as possible to attend. Whether you are a casual consumer or have a deep technical background and carry responsibility for your organisation’s policy of resilience, and whether you are an enthusiastic advocate of technology’s continuing evolution or a sceptic with concerns about its unintended consequences for society, please join us.
Time
(Tuesday) 9:30 am - 3:00 pm BST
12sepAll DayPublic Sector Cloud 2023

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Holyrood Connect is delighted to announce the return of its annual Public Sector Cloud event, to be held on 12 September 2023 at Dynamic Earth in central Edinburgh. It is imperative that public
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Holyrood Connect is delighted to announce the return of its annual Public Sector Cloud event, to be held on 12 September 2023 at Dynamic Earth in central Edinburgh.
It is imperative that public sector organisations across Scotland reflect on where they stand in their own cloud migration and in relation to future strategies for the whole sector.
Public Sector Cloud 2023 will provide an opportunity for a wide range of like-minded professionals to connect in person, exchange ideas, and learn from each other.
You will hear from thought leaders and have the opportunity to ask questions, join the discussion, and learn from real-life experiences with cloud migration and maturity.
The sessions will allow you to explore relevant topics, as we recognise that moving organisations to cloud services requires more than an IT transformation, and instead a business-wide transformation.
Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, interactive masterclasses, and case study presentations, you will gain insight into:
- The progress made within cloud technologies and what’s next for the Scottish public sector
- The skills required to transition to cloud systems
- The complexities found as cloud journeys advance
- The shifting security needs of cloud systems
- The various applications of cloud systems beyond digital data storage.
Public Sector Cloud 2023 will also feature an exhibition, providing an opportunity for you to explore relevant solutions for your organisation.
The event is free-to-attend for those working in the public or third sectors. If you work in the private sector, please email eventsadmin@holyrood.com to be added to our waiting list.
Time
All Day (Tuesday) BST
Location
Dynamic Earth
Organizer
Holyroodevents@holyrood.com
14sepAll DayOpen Technology for Sustainability Day

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OpenUK invites you to “Open Technology for Sustainability” Date: 14 September 2022 Event Timing: 10.00am – 5.00pm, registration open from 9.00am Event
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OpenUK invites you to “Open Technology for Sustainability”
Date: 14 September 2022
Event Timing: 10.00am – 5.00pm, registration open from 9.00am
Event Address: Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Rd, Edinburgh EH8 8AS
Lunch will be provided
Event sponsored by Intel & Open Compute Project
Questions: admin@openuk.uk
Time
All Day (Thursday) BST
Location
Our Dynamic earth
14sepAll DayScot-Secure Glasgow 2023

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Glasgow's must-attend Cyber Security for Business Summit. Scot-Secure is Glasgow's must-attend cyber security conference. The event brings together senior InfoSec personnel, IT leaders, academics, security researchers and law enforcement,
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Glasgow’s must-attend Cyber Security for Business Summit.
Scot-Secure is Glasgow’s must-attend cyber security conference. The event brings together senior InfoSec personnel, IT leaders, academics, security researchers and law enforcement, providing a unique forum for knowledge exchange, discussion and high-level networking.
The programme is focussed on improving awareness and best practice through shared learning: highlighting emerging threats, new research and changing adversarial tactics, and examining practical ways to improve resilience, detection and response.
The Summit will be fully live and in-person at the Technology and Innovation Centre at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow. This is free to attend for InfoSec & IT personnel, T&Cs apply.
Time
All Day (Thursday) BST
Location
University of Strathclyde Technology and Innovation Centre
99 George St, Glasgow G1 1RD
19sepAll DayThe Public Sector Cyber Security and Data Protection Conference 2023

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Between September 2020 and August 2021, 40% of the 777 cyber-attack incidents managed by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) were aimed at the public sector including healthcare and local
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Between September 2020 and August 2021, 40% of the 777 cyber-attack incidents managed by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) were aimed at the public sector including healthcare and local government. The disruption to public services and risk to public safety is a real and present danger and this upward trend shows no signs of abating.
The Government’s Cyber Security strategy is clear that mitigating against cyber threats is a top priority for public sector organisations. Yet, despite making progress in recent years, there remains a significant gap between where Government’s cyber resilience is now and where it needs to be.
With £2.6bn investment in cyber and legacy IT and £37.8m of additional funding to tackle cyber security challenges in local government, the business growth opportunities for providers with proven capabilities are significant.
You’ll also meet face-to-face with 200+ decision makers and influencers across the public sector, get to showcase how your solutions safeguard against cyber threats, and make important connections to win new business.
The Public Sector Cyber Security and Data Protection Summit 2023 on Tuesday 19 September at etc.venues St.Paul’s, London, is a timely opportunity to position Scotland alongside those driving the Cyber agenda in government.
Time
All Day (Tuesday) BST

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Join Scotland's 10th Annual Financial Technology Summit, the launch event of the Scotland Fintech Festival. Amidst one of the most turbulent periods in modern
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Join Scotland’s 10th Annual Financial Technology Summit, the launch event of the Scotland Fintech Festival.
Amidst one of the most turbulent periods in modern history, the Summit will consider the role of financial innovation in the socio-economic recovery.
The pandemic dramatically accelerated the shift to mobile banking, digital channels and cashless payments systems and increased engagement with a range of Fintech services. But it also highlighted the fragility of our economic system, and the crucial requirement for fast, frictionless finance.
The conference will reflect on the evolution of financial technology against this backdrop of volatility; considering the key trends, challenges and market disruptions, and discussing the opportunity for Fintech to help customers manage the cost of living crisis and help the country to build back better.
Core conference topics:
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Landscape: Cost of Living Crisis, Financial Health, Sustainability
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Customer Strategy: Engagement, Inclusion, UX, Data Insight
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Emerging Tech: Advanced Analytics, AI, ML, RPA, Blockchain, Mobile
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Regulation: GDPR, MiFID II, PSD2, Open Banking
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Infrastructure: IT, Security, Digitalisation, Cloud, Mobile, XaaS
Time
All Day (Thursday) BST
Location
Dynamic Earth
21sepAll Day12octScotland Fintech Festival

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The annual Scotland Fintech Festival will once again take place between 21 September 2023 and 12 October 2023 across Scotland. The festival will contain conferences, meet-ups, morning breakfast sessions, evening networking
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The annual Scotland Fintech Festival will once again take place between 21 September 2023 and 12 October 2023 across Scotland.
The festival will contain conferences, meet-ups, morning breakfast sessions, evening networking events and much more.
ScotSoft 2023 Conference will also be taking place as part of the Festival.
Time
September 21 (Thursday) - October 12 (Thursday) BST
21sep11:00 am12:00 pmDefending against Business Email Compromise

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Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a growing threat that can lead to significant financial losses and reputational damage for organisations. This webinar aims to equip participants with the knowledge
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Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a growing threat that can lead to significant financial losses and reputational damage for organisations. This webinar aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to defend against BEC attacks.
Join iomart as we explore the tactics employed by attackers, discuss real-life case studies, and provide practical strategies to enhance your organisation’s defences against this pervasive threat.
We will cover:
- the common tactics by threat actors of varying degrees of sophistication when launching business email compromise attacks
- the types of business email compromise and emerging trends in this space
- how you can build preventative measures into business operations, to develop mitigation strategies and defend against business email compromise.
Time
(Thursday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm BST
Location
Online
21sep12:00 pm12:30 pmAI and Chatbots (HR, IT & Customer Service Functions)

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AI brings significant cost and time savings - and valuable insights to help make better, more informed decisions. Creating a competitive edge. The opportunities for AI adoption are endless. Join our 30-minute
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AI brings significant cost and time savings – and valuable insights to help make better, more informed decisions. Creating a competitive edge.
The opportunities for AI adoption are endless.
Join our 30-minute webinar to see our latest AI tech in action – showing how chatbots can be used within your HR, IT and Customer Service functions to create efficiencies and improve processes.
You’ll see:
- AI as your 24/7 HR Assistant: see how quickly employees can ask questions about organisational policies, benefits etc > your HR team can focus on strategic tasks, while boosting the employee experience and increasing compliance
- AI as your IT support: see how quickly repetitive technical questions can be solved – enhancing your internal and external customer service capabilities > your IT team can focus on solving more complex technical queries that test and expands their knowledge
- AI as your customer service agent: see how quickly common customer service queries can be solved > enhance your customer experience
- How speech recognition brings time savings
This webinar is not to be missed!
Time
(Thursday) 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm BST
Location
Online
25sep5:00 pm7:30 pmFeaturedScotlandIS CISO Safe Space

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ScotlandIS CISO Safe Space is a dedicated group designed to bring together Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and those performing similar functions in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our aim is
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ScotlandIS CISO Safe Space is a dedicated group designed to bring together Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and those performing similar functions in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Our aim is to create a group and a space where CISOs can connect, share their challenges and solutions, and collectively navigate the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. With the increasing complexity of threats and the critical role CISOs play in safeguarding organizations, this Safe Space offers a unique opportunity to network, exchange best practices, and learn from one another’s experiences.
Beyond professional growth, we also recognise the importance of well-being in such demanding roles. This community provides a safe and confidential space where members can openly discuss well-being challenges, seek support, and foster a sense of camaraderie.
Join ScotlandIS CISO Safe Space today and become part of a vibrant network dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity leadership and nurturing the well-being of CISOs across Scotland.
At this event we will be joined by David Colombo, CEO and Founder of Colombo Technologies, who will speak on some of the organisations he has breached to take a look at upcoming attack vectors. He will also include insights from Fortune 500 CISOs and the security research he has carried out.
Held at The Scotsman Hotel in Edinburgh, you will also have the opportunity to network over a drink and canapés – click the ‘Learn More’ link below to book.
See the below Terms of Reference proposed for our CISO Safe Space:
Time
(Monday) 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm BST
Location
The Scotsman Hotel
20 North Bridge Edinburgh EH1 1TR
Organizer
ScotlandIS EventScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
27sepAll DayThe Scotsman Data Conference 2023

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A must attend event for those who want to be part of the discussion and influence Scotland’s Data community. The Scotsman Data Conference 2023 is bringing together key decision makers, data
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A must attend event for those who want to be part of the discussion and influence Scotland’s Data community.
The Scotsman Data Conference 2023 is bringing together key decision makers, data sciences business leaders, media and thought provoking influencers – this hybrid conference is be a must attend event for those who want to be part of the discussion and influence Scotland’s Data community.
Hosted with the University of Edinburgh, this year we evolve the conversation from the 2022 conference and will feature a range of virtual and in person panel discussions and keynote presentations. Join us for a day of industry keynote speakers, informative breakouts and panel discussions and extensive networking opportunities.
Time
All Day (Wednesday) BST
Location
Royal College of Physicians Edinburgh (RCPE)
11 Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1JQ
27sep4:00 pm5:00 pmUnderstanding and Overcoming the Cyber Skills Gap - Edinburgh

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Cybersecurity is one of the most important and challenging fields in the digital era. However, there is a significant shortage of skilled professionals who can protect and defend critical
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Cybersecurity is one of the most important and challenging fields in the digital era. However, there is a significant shortage of skilled professionals who can protect and defend critical assets from cyber threats. According to a recent report, the global cybersecurity workforce needs to grow by 65% to effectively meet the demand.
In this meetup, you will learn about the causes and consequences of the cyber skills gap, and how to overcome it, combined with a view of whether cyber skills gap is more a perception problem. You will hear from James Walsh, Head of Cyber, Hays who is a Cyber Security Recruitment expert who will share his insights and experiences on how to attract, train, and retain talent in cybersecurity. You will also have the opportunity to network with other professionals and enthusiasts who are interested in this topic.
This meetup is part of the Fintech Scotland Festival, a series of events that showcase the latest innovations and trends in the financial technology sector. The festival aims to foster collaboration and growth among fintech stakeholders in Scotland and beyond.
If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to learn more about how to bridge the cyber skills gap, don’t miss this meetup. Register now and join us on Wednesday, 27th September, 4pm – 5pm at Hays Edinburgh, 7 Castle Street, EH2 3AH. We look forward to seeing you there!
Time
(Wednesday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Hays - Edinburgh
Hays Edinburgh, 7 Castle Street, EH2 3AH
28sepAll DayFeaturedScotSoft2023

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Book tickets now here! Scotland’s leading and most anticipated tech conference will once again be held at the EICC on Thursday 28th September. We're shaking things up this year, as Scotland's leading
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Book tickets now here!
Scotland’s leading and most anticipated tech conference will once again be held at the EICC on Thursday 28th September.
We’re shaking things up this year, as Scotland’s leading tech conference will be held as one full day event – instead of a separate Developer Conference and half-day Leadership Forum.
This means:
✅ even more leadership content
✅ plus brilliant technical talks
✅ each session available to all – see a bit of everything!
We’re bringing together technical excellence and leadership vision to create a truly inspiring experience for everyone. There will be keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and lots of networking opportunities.
Earlybird tickets are on sale at last year’s prices until 30th June – book now!
Time
All Day (Thursday) BST
Location
Edinburgh International Conference Centre
The Exchange, 150 Morrison St, Edinburgh, EH3 8EE
Organizer
ScotlandISScotlandIS builds, shapes and supports the digital technologies ecosystem.info@scotlandis.com Oracle Campus, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 7LR
28sep10:00 am11:00 amUnderstanding and Overcoming the Cyber Skills Gap - Glasgow

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Cybersecurity is one of the most important and challenging fields in the digital era. However, there is a significant shortage of skilled professionals who can protect and defend critical
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Cybersecurity is one of the most important and challenging fields in the digital era. However, there is a significant shortage of skilled professionals who can protect and defend critical assets from cyber threats. According to a recent report, the global cybersecurity workforce needs to grow by 65% to effectively meet the demand.
In this meetup, you will learn about the causes and consequences of the cyber skills gap, and how to overcome it, combined with a view of whether cyber skills gap is more a perception problem. You will hear from James Walsh, Head of Cyber, Hays who is a Cyber Security Recruitment expert who will share his insights and experiences on how to attract, train, and retain talent in cybersecurity. You will also have the opportunity to network with other professionals and enthusiasts who are interested in this topic.
This meetup is part of the Fintech Scotland Festival, a series of events that showcase the latest innovations and trends in the financial technology sector. The festival aims to foster collaboration and growth among fintech stakeholders in Scotland and beyond.
If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to learn more about how to bridge the cyber skills gap, don’t miss this meetup. Register now and join us on Thursday, 28th September, 10am to 11am at Hays Glasgow, 55 Blythswood Street, Glasgow, G718QJ. We look forward to seeing you there!
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Hays Glasgow
1st Floor Spectrum Building, 55 Blythswood St, Glasgow G2 7AT

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We get it, Digital Transformation can be daunting - it's a minefield in fact. Questions like, where do I start / it will be too expensive / AI is not for
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We get it, Digital Transformation can be daunting – it’s a minefield in fact.
Questions like, where do I start / it will be too expensive / AI is not for us. These are all questions we’ve heard through our experience of working on digital projects with our clients.
Our webinar will focus on the importance of working with a digital solutions partner to cut through the doubts and address the questions and uncertainties to ensure you get to the benefits of cost and time efficiencies quickly.
Joining me on the panel for this event will be Matt Liggit from AWS, to give his perspective on why AWS work with partners to deliver their solutions, and Hannah Beck, one of the project managers here at Pulsion who will offer her perspective on the importance of discovery sessions and getting requirements right from the outset of a digital project.
Time
(Thursday) 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm BST
Location
Online

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Productivity Matters is Productivity Club Scotland’s annual conference that brings together organisations from Scotland’s private, public and third sectors to learn new strategies that can help
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Productivity Matters is Productivity Club Scotland’s annual conference that brings together organisations from Scotland’s private, public and third sectors to learn new strategies that can help your organisation boost productivity and increase your resilience.
This free to attend hybrid event is delivered in partnership with The Productivity Institute – Scotland Forum with the support of the University of Glasgow, Adam Smith Business School.
Why Productivity Matters
- The free to attend conference is the only event in Scotland that solely focuses on the performance and productivity of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- We give every organisation in Scotland the opportunity to share their experiences and learn from each other
- Through peer learning from some of Scotland’s most successful businesses the event aims to address shared issues and highlight potential solutions
Speakers
Attendees will hear real-life examples of business resilience from a wide range of businesses, academics, and experts. There will also be great networking opportunities and the chance to learn from their peers through shared experiences.
Time
All Day (Friday) BST
Location
University of Glasgow
Hetherington Building, Room 133 22 Bute Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8RS