Buying AI: Opportunities, Risks and Real-World Applications
ABOUT:
This session will explore the fast-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in relation to procurement and commissioning. AI has the potential to transform public services—cutting costs, improving quality, and freeing up valuable time for frontline staff. But with the rapid development of AI and a lack of lived experience to learn from, how can commissioning and procurement teams ensure they’re ready to adopt AI solutions responsibly and effectively?
This session will help you navigate the evolving AI landscape with confidence.
Speakers
We’re excited to welcome:
- Phil Belzar, AI & Automation Commercial Lead at Crown Commercial Service, who will guide us through assessing organisational readiness for AI and understanding return on investment.
- Annie Radcliffe, Digital Adviser at the LGA, who will share practical advice on responsible AI procurement, including key questions to ask vendors.
Alongside a number of other exciting guest speakers - full agenda coming soon!
Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or already engaging with suppliers, this session offers valuable insights to help you make informed and confident decisions.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Audience
This event is open to all iNetwork members.
Additional Information
Organiser: This event is organised by iNetwork and is delivered by the Connected Procurement and Commissioning Programme.
Cancellations: Tickets for this event are free for iNetwork members. All cancellations can be made by emailing karys.thompson@tameside.gov.uk. Cancellation fees do not apply to iNetwork members for virtual events, however notice of cancellation of at least 3 days is appreciated.
Paid tickets are available to non-member public sector organisations. Tickets are fully refundable up to 3 days before the start of the event. Tickets are not refundable for cancellations within 3 days of the event.
Continual Professional Development: This event is CPD certified; you will be given the opportunity to request a CPD certificate during registration.
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