Talan - UK & Ireland

While green skills are key component to our race to net zero, they’re also a solution to stagnant wages and limited career progression. As the supply of graduates grows and well‑paid roles shrink, clean energy jobs are creating new, high‑value opportunities across the UK, many without requiring a degree. Our Principal Consultant, Will Taylor, has shared his team's analysis with Sustainable Views on how green jobs can boost productivity, raise wages, and spread opportunity to every region. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eTUsd-xJ #GreenSkills #Careers #EnergyTransformation Ilias Vazaios | Matthew Knight | Samantha Shea | Robert Honeyman | Will Hargreaves | Matt Rudd | David Huang | Aditya Sabnis

How do we unlock the power of Smart Data without compromising privacy? Governments worldwide are opening up data to drive innovation in sectors like finance and energy. Yet with more granular data being shared, the privacy and security risks grow, especially when smaller, less‑resourced innovators join the ecosystem. Different governments are taking very different approaches. So what are they doing, and which model strikes the right balance between innovation and protection? Read Camilla Winlo’s latest blog to find out more > https://bit.ly/4s2wDwS Mandeep Thandi | Mark Railton | Llinos Bradley | Aneesa Wollet-LLB ,FIP, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, | Ian Hirst #SmartData #DataProtection #Innovation

Post‑quantum cryptography is no longer a future concern but a strategic priority for every board today. With migration timelines now set, and cryptography embedded across every system and supply chain, organisations need to start planning early. Ian Hirst's latest blog breaks down what boards should prioritise now to stay secure, interoperable and resilient in the quantum era. Read here > https://bit.ly/3NM1Ar6 Mandeep Thandi | Paul Brodrick | Alessandro Scarlatti | Mahsa Mamanpoush | Mark Railton | Isaac McCann #QuantumComputing #DigitalTransformation #BusinessResilience

Talan is proud to announce that its UK and Ireland operations have officially been certified as a B Corporation (B Corp), joining a growing global community of businesses committed to balancing purpose and profit.   The certification recognises Talan’s high standards of social, environmental, and governance performance, following a rigorous external assessment. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4sxhBAv B Lab UK | Alex Goody | Ilias Vazaios | James Higgins | Marlene Blake | Jacqueline Hoey | Francois SOUBIEN | Mehdi Houas | Philippe Cassoulat | David Durrant | Tiggy McCool

At the end of April, this channel will merge with Talan.   Follow Talan to learn how we can empower your business to accelerate the transformative impact of data and AI through integrated business consulting and technology. #Data #AI #DigitalTransformation #CyberResilience #NetZero #DigitalTransformation

We're incredibly proud to collaborate with Xoserve and Joint Office of Gas Transporters - Operated by Encodar Limited to shape the future of utility codes in the United Kingdom and beyond. By combining the complementary strengths of our organisations, the industry can deliver faster, more coherent and strategically aligned change while maintaining continuity, accountability and operational resilience. Find out more about our capabilities: https://lnkd.in/erzDYwkF

We’re proud to be Finalists at the British Data Awards 2026 🎉   Talan Data x AI has been shortlisted in three categories: Best Place to Work in Data Consultancy of the Year and our joint entry in partnership with NatWest Group Data Protection / Privacy Initiative of the Year   These nominations reflect the real impact our consultant teams deliver every day - partnering with leading UK organisations to tackle complex data challenges across governance, privacy, cloud modernisation, analytics, and AI. From large-scale transformation programmes to targeted initiatives, our teams combine technical expertise and business knowledge with client collaboration to deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes. But this recognition is also about our people. At Talan Data x AI, we’ve built a culture where individuals can thrive - driven by learning, inclusion, and genuine support. When our people succeed, our clients do too. A huge thank you to our team and clients for making this possible. We’re proud to be recognised alongside so many outstanding organisations. #BritishDataAwards #TalanDataAI #DataExcellence #Consulting #AI #DataGovernance #BestPlaceToWork #Finalists #Datapartnerships   Jacqueline Hoey | Charlene McLaughlan | Lester Jones | Mike Parker | Anthony Purvis-White | Alex Ripley | Christopher Williams | Kirsty Lappin | Daniel Harding | Julian Human | Kenneth McDermott NatWest Group

As always, it was a pleasure to take part in the annual Hydrogen UK Awards and Conference.   The event was a fantastic opportunity for our team to connect with leaders and innovators across the hydrogen sector. Exhibiting at the conference, alongside Ella Yip’s panel discussion on Supporting UK Technology, gave us the perfect platform to share our practical experience and demonstrate how we’re helping clients turn ambitious hydrogen projects into reality in an evolving landscape. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/eXS8rYgu Joshua Wilson | Ella Yip | John Korngold | Matthew Knight | Clare Jackson

Is the government doing enough to protect homeowners in the smart‑tech era? Camilla Winlo, Global Head of Data Protection at Talan, explores this important question in her feature for Green Business Journal. As AI and smart home tech become essential to net‑zero, Camilla warns that trust, not gadgets, will determine their success. While smart devices can cut bills and carbon, they also raise new risks around data use, fairness and cybersecurity. The UK’s governance is strong and improving, but Camilla argues the next big step is visibility - consumers need clear, confident reassurance about how their data is protected. Read the article in full now > https://bit.ly/4umCbVl #DataProtection #SmartTech #NetZero #AI

With geopolitical uncertainty rising, 79% of CEOs now identify cyber risk as the top threat to business growth. The NCSC is urging UK organisations to remain vigilant amid the heightened risk of cyber compromise. In this environment, security is no longer a defensive posture, it’s a core enabler of innovation, resilience and sustainable transformation. Protect your business now: https://lnkd.in/erSPtm9r   #CyberResilience #Cyber #BusinessResilience #CyberSecurity   Mandeep Thandi | Ian Hirst | Mark Railton