"The visible part, comprising Copilot rollouts, foundation model partnerships and the headline contracts, is already well advanced. The less visible part is whether, in the course of those deployments, we also build the buying capability, cultivate a plural supply base, and establish the shared standards that will let us adapt as the technology evolves."
"We can call this the 'silent lock-in' trap. It is the accumulation of AI capability on top of infrastructure, management practices and governance approaches that are individually defined, poorly coordinated and mismatched to the pace at which the technology is changing."
"The book draws on several years of research into the UK's AI strategy and ecosystem, and on over a decade working with UK government on digital transformation. In the book, I set out a framework for AI success based on a simple strategy - consolidate demand, diversify supply."
"The smart-buyer problem is easy to describe and difficult to solve."
The UK is advancing its public sector AI capabilities through initiatives like Copilot rollouts and partnerships. However, the challenge lies in building a robust buying capability, fostering a diverse supply base, and establishing adaptable standards. The concept of 'silent lock-in' highlights the risk of accumulating AI capabilities on mismatched infrastructure and governance. To enhance AI adoption, a framework is proposed that emphasizes consolidating demand and diversifying supply, with key recommendations including empowering buyers, pooling shared demand, and maintaining a plural supply side.
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