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ICS.AI Shortlisted for AI Innovation of the Year at the 2025 Thames Valley Tech & Innovation Awards
ICS.AI has been shortlisted for the prestigious "AI Innovation of the Year" award at the 2025 Thames Valley Tech & Innovation Awards - highlighting our ongoing commitment to transforming the UK public sector through cutting-edge AI solutions that drive efficiency, enhance service delivery, and create sustainable financial models.
ICS AI
May 22, 20252 min read


UK’s First Public Sector Generative AI Phone Assistant Launched at Derby City Council
Derby City Council, in partnership with ICS.AI, has launched the UK’s first public sector generative AI phone assistant. The new voice-powered Darcie supports ten languages, operates 24/7, and is already transforming how residents access council services - reducing switchboard demand, improving accessibility and bridging the AI adoption gap.
ICS AI
May 22, 20254 min read


ICS.AI Recognised in Parliament as a Leader in Public Sector AI Innovation
ICS.AI was recognised in parliament for its role in transforming public services through AI. MP Luke Murphy and the Secretary of State Peter Kyle praised the company’s contributions to efficiency and innovation across the UK public sector.
ICS AI
May 16, 20252 min read


Can AI Care? Bridging Humanity and Algorithms in Adult Social Care
Discover how AI is transforming adult social care across the UK. In this conversation with ICS.AI's Dwayne Johnson, we explore how councils are using intelligent tools to predict needs, automate admin, and support vulnerable people, while protecting the human touch at the heart of care.
ICS AI
May 2, 20253 min read


SMART Staff Copilot: Transforming Local Government with AI
SMART: Staff Copilot unifies AI capabilities for local government, combining secure generative AI with intelligent voice documentation to save councils up to £5M annually, reduce documentation time by 80%, and give social workers back one day per week to focus on residents.
ICS AI
May 1, 20254 min read


ICS.AI launches SMART: Staff Copilot, projecting £5 million savings per council with unified AI platform
New all-in-one AI platform for local government staff aims to cut purchase costs by 50% and operating costs by 30% compared to multiple point solutions, while saving staff up to one day per week.
ICS AI
Apr 29, 20253 min read


MP Luke Murphy meets ICS.AI team to transform Basingstoke into a leading AI Hub
Luke Murphy MP and ICS.AI discuss plans to establish Basingstoke as a national AI hub, driving innovation in public service delivery.
ICS AI
Mar 26, 20252 min read


Derby City Council’s digital helper, Darcie, gets a GenAI upgrade!
Derby launches enhanced Darcie AI with GPT-4o, multilingual support, and expanded service knowledge for improved citizen engagement.
ICS AI
Mar 17, 20252 min read


Hillingdon Council partners with ICS.AI to transform how residents interact with council services
Hillingdon Council partners with ICS.AI to deliver 24/7 AI support, reducing resident wait times and freeing staff for complex cases.
ICS AI
Mar 13, 20252 min read


AI Pioneer ICS.AI Appoints Local Government Veteran to Drive Digital Revolution in Public Services
ICS.AI welcomes Dwayne Johnson as Chief Local Government Officer to spearhead AI transformation across UK local authorities
ICS AI
Jan 14, 20252 min read


Reflections on Solace Summit 2024: AI’s Role in Local Government Transformation
Discover key insights from the Solace Summit 2024 on AI’s role in transforming local government, improving service delivery & efficiency.
ICS AI
Oct 23, 20244 min read


Challenges and opportunities for the Higher Education Sector in the UK By Martin Neale, CEO – ICS.AI
Explore how UK universities can navigate financial challenges and demographic shifts by integrating AI.
ICS AI
Aug 28, 20242 min read


Embracing AI in Local Government: Navigating Common Challenges for Successful Implementation
Aneeq Star from ICS.AI shares insights on navigating common challenges for successful implementation in local government.
ICS AI
Jun 28, 20243 min read


Revolutionising Social Care with AI: A New Era of Efficiency, Empowerment and Cost Savings
Meeting outcomes for residents and supporting carers within existing resources is a significant challenge for social care. As councils...
ICS AI
Jan 4, 20243 min read


The Power of Conversational AI: A Lifeline in Times of Crisis
In the face of adversity and crisis, the rapid dissemination of accurate information and effective assistance can make a world of...
ICS AI
Nov 2, 20234 min read


Lessons from the Floods: Advancing Disaster Response with AI in Derby
Explore how Derby City Council & ICS.AI's rapid AI response aided residents during the Storm Babet flood, ensuring safety & support.
ICS AI
Oct 26, 20234 min read


Generative AI and The Copilot Ecosystem: A New Era for Local Councils
The introduction of generative AI and the Copilot ecosystem mark the onset of the 5th industrial revolution. Join our webinar 19.10.23.
ICS AI
Sep 29, 20233 min read


Derby City Council’s AI-Powered Phone Assistant handles 62K calls, deflecting 43% away from advisors
Derby City Council’s AI-Powered Phone Assistance handles 62,000 calls in 2 months, deflecting 43% away from human advisors.
ICS AI
Jul 17, 20234 min read


The Power of Branding: Considerations when building an AI Assistant brand for your council
Why are branding and naming important when launching your AI assistant? Practical advice for local councils to help drive resident adoption
ICS AI
Jul 5, 20234 min read


Understanding the Future of AI: An In-Depth Q&A on the EU Artificial Intelligence Act
The EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act (Draft 1) was recently published. Being leaders in AI for the public sector, ICS.AI have been...
ICS AI
Jun 16, 20238 min read
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