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Business Applications in 2025: 5 Trends
Andrew Falconer, VP of Business Applications, Telefónica Tech UK&I
In 2025, businesses are heading into the second wave of digitisation. What does this mean, and how can you bring digital transformation to your business? In this session, Andrew will explore five pivotal trends including low code/no code development, platform integration, hyper-automation and more. Learn how these advancements are streamlining operations and improving the customer experience for a future of growth and efficiency.
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Future AI Trends & Predictions
Areti Iles, Head of Sector - Professional Services, Telefónica Tech UK&I
With AI tools increasingly changing the way we work, what do we need to do to make sure AI tools are successfully adopted by ourselves, our teams and our organisations? How do we prepare ourselves for the future? Join this session where we will cover what’s coming down the line in the next 5 years, from AI legislation, to robo-colleagues, to Guardian Agents… There’s an AI tool for everything. Make sure you know how to use it!
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How to Apply Best Practice & Leverage Tech, Today
Brad Ainslie, Practice Director - Retail & Manufacturing, Telefónica Tech UK&I
Do hyper-personalisation, low-code/no-code, and agentic AI sound exciting—but you’re not quite sure what to do about them yet? Join this session where Brad delves into how technologies like these are already making a difference in operational efficiency and customer experience across industries, and what practical steps you can take to identify opportunities at your own business.
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Scotland's Thriving Tech Ecosystem
Karen Meechan, CEO, ScotlandIS
Karen will highlight how ScotlandIS supports the sector—helping businesses access new markets, develop skills, and embrace emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity. She’ll also discuss the organisation’s work with policymakers, industry leaders, and education providers to drive growth and innovation. This is a great chance to hear about key trends shaping Scotland’s tech landscape and connect with others in the industry.
