AI is set to revolutionise housing associations, offering tools that improve operational efficiency, enhance tenant satisfaction, and enable proactive asset management. From chatbots to systems predicting repairs and rent arrears, AI is already gaining traction. Full-scale adoption and widespread integration are expected in the next two years.

Join us as we explore effective marketing strategies, the role of agents, the applicant journey, and risk and compliance measures. We’ll delve into the technology, processes, and data strategies essential for attracting and supporting international students, drawing on our extensive experience with leading universities across the UK.

Are you already using elements of Microsoft's Power Platform but only in limited areas of your housing organisation?

Universities have long been bastions of tradition and stability, but in today’s fast-paced digital world, sticking to the old ways can be detrimental. From rapid technological advancements to shifting student expectations, the pressure is on for higher education institutions to evolve. But how can universities effectively make the case for digital transformation?

Is your team struggling to realise the promise of Microsoft’s low-code/no-code tech suite? Would you like to better leverage the Power Platform to digitise more across your institution and show how IT can have an even greater impact on productivity? Are you eager to break shadow IT with a governed platform?

Microsoft is rolling out its highly anticipated Dynamics 365 & Power Platform Wave 1 release. Crimson has been busy advising customers on how to leverage the latest enhancements. Join us as we assess some of the most critical updates in Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Discover how these innovations have already started to reshape IT strategies and gain insights into what’s coming. The question remains: are you ready for what’s next?

After the Grenfell Tower tragedy and during a time when the cost of living is skyrocketing, it's become important for organisations that provide homes to help both their customers and workers more. But the big question is, can artificial intelligence (AI), like Microsoft's Copilot, really be the answer that some people think it is?

UK housing sector professionals face significant challenges in customer communication, needing to integrate various methods like phone, email, and social media smoothly. Adhering to data privacy rules and organising customer information is crucial, alongside providing quick, resource efficient service.

UK universities confront challenges in delivering effective CPD programmes. They must keep courses relevant in evolving fields and balance theory with practice.

Join us as we delve into Crimson's 2024 IT Salary Survey findings in this informative podcast. The annual report summarises the 2023 market for candidates and employers and looks ahead to the 2024 trends, focusing on changes to the IT jobs market, contractor rates, and salaries. The figures are based on extensive market research and candidates Crimson has placed at leading companies across the UK.

Tune in as we discuss the evolving landscape of the IT jobs market, dissect what constitutes compelling job adverts, delve into candidate expectations, and reveal some effective employee retention strategies. Discover actionable tips for contractors and permanent candidates seeking to enhance their chances of securing new opportunities. Plus, we'll also provide the latest insights into skills shortages and salary changes.

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