AI and fixing the foundations: How Trustmarque is leading the way

In a landmark announcement, the UK government unveiled its AI Opportunities Action Plan, a comprehensive strategy aimed at harnessing the transformative potential of artificial intelligence to drive economic growth and innovation. This plan introduces several key measures, including the establishment of AI Growth Zones, a significant increase in public compute capacity, and the creation of a National Data Library. These initiatives are designed to accelerate AI adoption, enhance infrastructure, and ensure that the UK remains at the forefront of AI development, with the key areas:

• AI to drive the Plan for Change, helping turbocharge growth and boost living standards
• Public sector to spend less time doing admin and more time delivering the services working people rely on
• Dedicated AI Growth Zones to speed up planning for AI infrastructure
• £14 billion and 13,250 jobs committed by private leading tech firms following AI Action Plan

Foundations for AI

At Trustmarque, we support government-led initiatives with our expertise in AI governance, compliance, and risk management. Our capabilities ensure responsible and effective AI implementation across various sectors. For example, our role in the TECH Talks event on Microsoft Copilot and Generative AI in Nursing, highlights our commitment to healthcare AI while maintaining strict compliance standards. Our advanced AI solutions assist in navigating the complexities of AI implementation, delivering tangible outcomes and adhering to regulatory standards.

Chris Jones, Head of Public Sector:
“We welcome the turbocharged agenda the Government has set out for AI, following last year’s announcement to upgrade datacentres as critical national infrastructure. As one of the UK’s top-tech houses, we’ve seen it help to ease waiting times at hospitals, detect pain for patients and speed up radiotherapy processing. We are ready to push ahead for our public sector clients and support the Prime Minister’s mission of ‘mainlining AI into the veins of the nation’.”

One of the critical components of the government’s plan is the focus on building robust AI infrastructure. Trustmarque’s AI Centre of Excellence framework is designed to address this need by providing a structured approach to AI adoption. Our solutions ensure that AI systems are transparent, ethical, and aligned with business objectives. By mitigating risks associated with AI implementation, we help organisations build trust in their AI technologies and foster a culture of innovation.

The government’s push for increased public compute capacity and a National Data Library aligns with Trustmarque’s commitment to data-driven decisions. Our AI analytics help organisations maximise their data, driving growth with insights. For example, our tool Prism aligns with the latest AI tools from our partners like Microsoft, IBM and Barracuda to help businesses save on software expenditure, Prism for M365 helps businesses save on Microsoft 365 and adopt AI tools like Copilot, tracking over 2.7 million users daily and identifying potential savings exceeding £100 million this year. Trustmarque IoT Solutions quickly develops tailored IoT solutions, improving patient care and asset management. Our work with Commvault for a local county council uses AI to classify data accurately, reducing risks and enhancing monitoring. Integrating these solutions with new AI infrastructure boosts efficiency and productivity.

Our services leverage our top-tier partnerships with industry-leading vendors to deliver advanced AI technologies and engagements to support these initiatives:

1. AI Centre of Excellence: Demystifying the confusing industry messaging around AI and what it can truly deliver for your business, helping you build an AI Ethics & GRC charter bolstered by a strong roadmap for AI investment and implementation roadmap for your organisation.
2. Advanced FinOps Services: Designed to help organisations optimise their cloud spending and achieve operational excellence. A FinOps Toolbox for monitoring and analysing cloud costs, with business-driven decisions, and accountability for cloud usage, to maximise the value of cloud investments.
3. Acutest Automated Testing and Governance: Focuses on mitigating risks associated with AI deployment by identifying inefficiencies and recommending good practices. Enabling you to ensure compliance with clear processes and guidelines, adhering to regulatory and industry needs. Improving AI governance and testing practices, delivering higher-quality AI models that align with your goals. We engage your team throughout, building a culture of innovation and responsible AI.
4. Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft Copilot and Microsoft Security Copilot enhance productivity and security in Windows 11 by assisting with tasks such as explaining, rewriting, and summarising documents, as well as improving security through tailored insights on threats.
5. IBM watsonx: For building well-governed, secure, and focused AI models, governance best practices and advanced data integration. IBM has been at the forefront of the AI space for decades and provides some of the most robust tools and services for building highly efficient and cost-effective AI.
6. Azure AI: Trustmarque utilises Azure AI to develop custom AI solutions that address specific business needs. Azure AI’s capabilities include natural language processing, computer vision, and machine learning, enabling organisations to build intelligent applications and automate processes.

Trustmarque has a long-standing history of working with the public sector, providing tailored solutions that address the unique challenges faced by government agencies and public organisations. Our experience includes:

• Public Sector Partner of the Year: Trustmarque was recognised as CRN’s Public Sector Partner of the Year, highlighting our commitment to delivering exceptional IT solutions and services to public sector clients
• Central and Local Government: We have extensive experience working with central government agencies, county, city, and district councils. Our services include software resell, professional services, and managed services, helping public sector organisations optimise their IT infrastructure and achieve better outcomes.
  • Healthcare Transformation: We have been instrumental in supporting public healthcare bodies, including arms-length bodies, with software resell, modern workplace solutions, cloud services, and business intelligence/analytics. Our goal is to optimise patient care and save NHS funds through innovative technology solutions. As the report indicates, AI has demonstrated value in healthcare, and its future potential remains significant and untapped.
• Education Sector: We provide hardware and software resell services to schools, colleges, and higher education institutions, enhancing the learning experience for students.

In addition to these initiatives, Trustmarque is proud to announce that Aaron Prior, our Head of Bid and Government Affairs Lead, has been elected to the techUK Central Government Council. This prestigious appointment recognises Aaron’s extensive experience and expertise in government affairs and policy creation. As a Council member, Aaron’s three key priorities will be aligning the tech sector with new government missions, advocating for greater augmentation and optimisation of public services, and raising the profile of neurodiversity within the tech sector.

Aaron’s election further positions Trustmarque at the forefront of industry-government engagement, at a time when the government and tech players need to be working hand in hand more than ever.

In conclusion, the government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan presents a significant opportunity for the UK to harness the power of AI to drive innovation and growth. Trustmarque is at the forefront of this transformation, providing the expertise and solutions needed to navigate the complexities of AI implementation. By partnering with Trustmarque, organisations can achieve their AI goals while ensuring compliance, transparency, and sustainability. Aaron Prior’s election to the techUK Central Government Council further strengthens our commitment to driving positive change in public service delivery and fostering a more inclusive and innovative tech sector and will ensure we are ready to deliver the AI Opportunities Action Plan.