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The Digital, Data and Technology Sourcing Playbook

28 March 2022

Proposing MP
Jacob Rees-Mogg Con
North East Somerset
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Cabinet Office has published the Digital, Data and Technology Sourcing Playbook to guide central government departments and ALBs on sourcing digital, data, and technology products and services.

Action Requested

HM Government has developed a playbook that mandates best practices for sourcing digital, data, and technology products and services while ensuring value for money and innovation in public service delivery. The document is available on GOV.UK.

Key Facts

  • HM Government published the Digital, Data and Technology Sourcing Playbook.
  • The Playbook aims to maximise value for money by setting projects up for success from the start.
  • It supports SMEs and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises in the digital sector.
  • Six cross-cutting priorities are outlined in the Playbook: outcome-based approach, avoiding Legacy IT, ensuring cyber security, enabling innovation, driving sustainability, and levelling the playing field for SMEs.
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