The education sector and ransomware: Preventing the Next Attack
By Ken Galvin, Senior Manager for KACE at Quest Over the past year, organisations from corporate and healthcare to education systems and retail, have had to learn how to manage networks and devices against unexpected factors. This has exposed many sectors to new security vulnerabilities. Most recently, the education sector seems to be a preferred […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Westcountry Group – Learning environments that inspire creativity, productivity and enhanced learning
By Westcountry Group Progressive schools looking to maximise student potential through outstanding learning environments choose Westcountry Group, the leading supplier of educational refurbishments, furniture and innovative folding dining systems. With 40+ years’ knowledge, we fully understand the specific requirements of the education sector. Our experience enables us to design and deliver inspirational and intelligent learning […]
TG Escapes Net-Zero Eco-Buildings – A fast, cost effective way to enhance well-being when you need extra space
TG Escapes modular eco-buildings combine traditional materials with sophisticated technology to create standalone spaces with a difference. The innovative bespoke architect designed system means they can provide timber frame buildings to suit most locations and uses, in a variety of finishes including timber, composite cladding or render in a range of colours, and brick slips. Offsite […]
Plan your 2022 at the Education Forum this November
The Education Forum takes place 15th & 16th November at Whittlebury Park, Northamptonshire – All your educational procurements needs in one place! We also want to reassure you that we are following government guidelines to ensure the safety of all attendees and staff, including; – The venue will be running at 50% capacity – Seminars will have socially distanced seating […]
Schools to play key role in ‘landmark’ autism strategy
Improving the lives of autistic people is the focus of a new multi-million pound strategy launched by the government, backed by £75m investment in its first year, with increased awareness and process in schools a key goal. It aims to speed up diagnosis and improve support and care for autistic people. The funding includes £40 […]
Government’s Innovation Strategy welcomed by NCUB
New plans to boost private sector investment to put the UK at the front of the global innovation race have been welcomed by various education bodies, including the National Centre for Universities and Business (NCUB). The Innovation Strategy is the government’s long-term vision to put innovation at the heart of ‘building back better’, as a […]
Future-proofing the learning experience
By Carys Green, Regional Sales Manager, Integrated Systems, Shure Without doubt, we’re seeing a revolution in education. Flexible learning solutions will become the norm and remote learning is here to stay. Whether it’s a teacher lecturing remote students, students in a classroom listening to an instructor from a satellite location, or lecture capture for later viewing, […]
Education Forum: Join us in person this November!
The next Education Forum takes place 15th & 16th November at Whittlebury Park, Northamptonshire – make sure you secure your place! We wanted to reassure you that we are following government guidelines to ensure the safety of all attendees and staff, including; – The venue will be running at 50% capacity – Seminars will have socially distanced seating – Registration […]
Do you specialise in Buildings & Furniture services for education? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Education Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in August we’re focusing on Buildings & Furniture solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help education buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of […]
New book shines light on the future of educational technology
In My Secret #Edtech Diary, published by John Catt Educational, industry veteran Al Kingsley (pictured) aims to shine a light on educational technology through the widest possible lens. The book reflects on the history of EdTech, lessons learned pre- and post-Covid, best practice suggestions, and questions to consider on how to select the right solutions […]