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Treasury invests £63m in cloud services amid public sector overhaul
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Treasury invests £63m in cloud services amid public sector overhaulThis investment follows the ministry’s launch of a procurement process for a cross-government data platform, designed to enhance transparencyHM Treasury has spent more than £63.6m on cloud services over the past three years, showing a decisive shift toward fully cloud-based IT infrastructure.
According to the State of Digital Government Review, around 60 per cent of public sector IT systems now operate in the cloud.
Prioritising innovationElswhere, some public sector organisations are experimenting with private-sector-inspired approaches.
While the public sector is investing heavily in technology, adopting new tools without addressing cultural and organisational factors risks underperformance.
While technical progress is evident, the ultimate measure of success will be how effectively these investments improve public services and outcomes for citizens.