A new Microsoft Power App from Orbit Group to transform the management of utility meter readings for all housing providers’ homes has won a Microsoft UK competition. Orbit is now working with Infinity Group to develop the app. Once completed, the Utilities Manager App will be available on Microsoft App Source for all housing providers…
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Is Microsoft Copilot right for you?
Microsoft Copilot is being pushed as the next big thing for businesses but is it right for your business? Determining if Microsoft Copilot is right for your organisation depends on various factors such as your company’s size, budget, workflow complexity and specific needs. For housing providers and companies that rely heavily on Microsoft 365 applications,…
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Preparing for the future of social housing
The new Labour government’s policy details around social housing along with its proposed Planning and Infrastructure and English Devolution Bills are yet to be fully revealed. However, we do know the government plans to use housebuilding to kickstart the economy. The new targets will be around 23 per cent higher than the previous government’s. Combined…
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Embracing AI & risk mitigation
As the opportunities for artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver innovation in the housing sector continue to grow, many housing providers are asking how they can embrace AI in a compliant matter. To assist in effective and compliant use of AI, organisations can adopt a broad, cross-departmental approach. The speed and extent to which a housing…
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IT innovation & culture
Housing Technology interviewed technology and social housing experts from Acutest, FLS – Fast Lean Smart, HTG, NEC Software Solutions, Nexus Open Systems and Plentific on how housing providers can foster a culture of ‘bright ideas’ and then successfully transition those ideas into their daily operations. Is IT innovation driven by technology or business teams? John…
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Gentoo’s Workday transformation
Gentoo Group is undergoing significant internal transformations, reshaping how it operates and serves its community. Workday’s marketing manager, Elouise Pollard-Burgon, spoke to Samantha England (head of HR) and Paul Wright (finance director) from Gentoo about their ambitious plans and transformative changes. Embracing transformation Gentoo is leading a technological shift in the housing sector, moving from…
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