Intellect Identity and Information Conference 2009

28 October 2009, Royal Garden Hotel, London

 

Intellect Identity and Information ConferenceVEGA was pleased to sponsor Intellect's 7th annual event: Identity and Information Conference 2009. The event focused on how a greater understanding of information sharing, security and identity management, can enhance public services for the benefit of both those working across government and those who rely upon it.

 

As the Public Sector Reform agenda seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery, and ensure that the benefits of information reach every citizen, so those sharing increasing amounts of sensitive information must ensure that they are fully prepared for the associated increased risks.

 

VEGA is a professional services company that delivers technology-enabled change in complex environments, often where security and resilience are key. We offer independent expert advice and pragmatic solutions to help our clients meet their transformation challenges with confidence. The company has a wealth of experience advising government on how best to ensure the integrity of information and facilitate data sharing.

 

Steve Coles contributed to the conference programme on behalf of VEGA. Steve is currently Intellect's industry representative on RISC and the Industry chair of its ICT Industry Advisory Group. He shared the conference programme with speakers such as:

 

  • David Blunkett MP
  • Christopher Graham, Information Commissioner
  • Eleanor Laing MP, Conservative Shadow Minister for Justice
  • Prof David Rhind CBE, Chair, Advisory Panel on Public Sector Information
  • ACC Steve Mortimore, Programme Director, NPIA Citizen Focus and Neighbourhood Policing Programme
  • Penny Hill, Adult Social Care Lead, Strategic Improving Information Programme, The Information Centre, NHS
  • Belinda Lewis, Head of Information Policy, Ministry of Justice
  • Jeff Brooker, Head of Security, HMRC
  • Suzanne Rodway, Privacy Director, Barclays Bank
  • James Hall, CEO, Identity and Passport Service
  • Mark Brett, Head of Information Assurance SOCITM and LGA IA Advisor
  • Edgar A. Whitley, Reader in Information Systems, London School of Economics
  • Giles Pavey, Head of Analysis, Dunnhumby
  • Liam Maxwell, Centre for Policy Studies
  • Richard Allan, Policy Director, Facebook
  • David King, Chair, Information Security Awareness Forum

 

As part of the information sharing programme session, Steve raised the question of the need for the UK to adopt its own National Strategy for information sharing. Further details on the full Intellect Identity and Information Conference 2009 programme can be found on the Intellect website.