Sometimes it is difficult to see a way through. Sometimes, what we have always done no longer works. Sometimes the solution is so simple and obvious in hindsight. Of course, in our world of data, there is always a journey …
Someone recently pointed out to me that it’s been 4,261 days since I first started at Essex County Council (pause for shocked gasps). So, it’s been a while since I’ve thought much about my days walking to school. Or at …
Imagine a street. This street has a hundred residents all aged over 65. Now imagine the next street over. This street has a hundred residents aged 85 and over. How many of the residents of these two streets do you …
This year there have been global news reports of water everywhere – and not a drop we'd like to see creeping into our homes (even if some of us may like a little beach activity)! Flooding is no joke - …
As the season(ality) changes and recommissioning resurfaces, our team often find ourselves being asked to time travel. As analysts, we’re hardly equipped to transcend time and space, but we can make predictions about what the future may look like. With …
In recent years, the landscape of governance and public service delivery has been reshaped by the transformative potential of data analytics. Data is a pivotal asset, offering profound opportunities for collaboration and innovation across public sector organisations. From driving efficiency …
Embracing the power of data in today's world is non-negotiable! From healthcare to transportation, education to urban planning, data and analytics are revolutionising how we shape public services. But here's the catch: it's not just for the data-savvy – to …
As an increasing number of services and day-to-day activities are carried out or delivered online, residents with limited or no access to the internet may find themselves both socially and economically vulnerable. What’s more, research finds that digitally excluded populations …
Data Talks is a new virtual showcase for Essex taking place 4 to 6 March 2024. Data Talks brings together a diverse array of public and private sector expertise all with a shared passion for transforming data into actionable insights …
Hold onto your data hats my fellow analysts in arms! As I’m about to tell you how statistics has played a crucial part in our mission to provide the best care for Essex citizens. Essex County Council is committed to …