Richard Sambrook Smith

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Easter Break ICT Planning: Key Questions Every School Should Be Asking

For IT directors and ICT leaders, the Easter break is one of the most strategically important points in the academic year. It is not just a convenient slot for technical work. It is the final stable window before exam season, a natural financial...

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Greener, Smarter, Stronger: Building a Sustainable IT Strategy for Schools

Environmental sustainability is no longer a peripheral concern for schools and multi-academy trusts. It is central to leadership decision-making,...

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What We’ve Learned from Delivering ICT in School Builds

With the Department for Education (DfE) preparing to launch its new £15.4 billion Construction Framework (CF25), now feels like the right moment to...

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Beyond the Checklist: How an ICT Audit Can Transform Your School’s Digital Strategy

In today’s education landscape, digital transformation in schools is not just a strategic aspiration—it’s a necessity. However, many schools and...

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ICT Support for Multi-Academy Trusts

Managing ICT across a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) is no small task. We should know! The majority of the Novatia consultancy team have performed that...

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A construction worker holding a hard hat and blueprints stands in front of a building site with a crane and growth chart, symbolising progress in school construction.

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What Contractors Should Take Away from Education Estates 2025

The Education Estates 2025 conference was a timely reminder of the pivotal role that construction plays in shaping the future of learning...

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The Hidden Benefits of ICT Audits: Boosting Efficiency and Enhancing Learning Environments

In an increasingly digital educational landscape, ensuring that technology serves its purpose effectively is more important than ever. For schools...

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CF25 – Support for Q9 - Technology

The Department for Education (DfE) is set to release the full Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the CF25 Construction Framework on Thursday, 19th June.

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Demystifying DFE's Connect the Classroom

As an ICT director, securing robust digital infrastructure is critical for your school’s success. The Department for Education’s (DfE) Connect the...

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