Decision

The Cabinet Member for Finance, Waste and Technical Services has decided to note the progress made on the Council's Digital and IT Strategy for the period 2023-2027.

Analysis

outcome: The progress made on the strategy since its adoption in May 2023 was noted.

summary: The decision at stake is the progress update on the Council's Digital and IT Strategy for the period 2023-2027.

topline: The Cabinet Member for Finance, Waste and Technical Services has decided to note the progress made on the Council's Digital and IT Strategy for the period 2023-2027.

reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it focuses on improving service delivery and cyber security.

affected_stakeholders: ["Residents", "Staff", "Finance Department", "IT Department"]

contentiousness_score: 2

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.tmbc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1865

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Waste and Technical Services

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: (Report of Director of Finance and Transformation)   The report provided an update on progress to date with regard to the Council’s Digital and IT Strategy for the period 2023-2027.   Over the past two years, the Council had made significant progress in delivering its Digital and IT Strategy 2023-27.  The focus had been on improving service delivery, strengthening cyber security, and enhancing the digital experience for residents and staff.  The roadmap for the strategy was attached at Annex 1 to the report and a detailed list of projects was attached at Annex 2.   Following consideration by the Finance, Regeneration and Property Scrutiny Select Committee, the Cabinet Member for Finance, Waste and Technical Services   RESOLVED:  That   (1)      the progress made to date on the Council’s Digital and IT Strategy since its adoption in May 2023, and the direction of travel, be noted.

Date of Decision: July 22, 2025