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title: "A Digital Leader in Public Sector: DVSA & their Transformation Journey"
description: We are joined by Tim Hinchey, Head of Cloud and Infrastructure Architecture at DVSA, as he explains the DVSA’s digital transformation journey
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# [A Digital Leader in Public Sector: DVSA & their Transformation Journey](https://blog.govnet.co.uk/technology/a-digital-leader-in-public-sector-dvsa-their-transformation-journey)

 Written by [Piers Kelly](https://blog.govnet.co.uk/technology/author/piers-kelly) | Sep 7, 2021 8:37:00 PM

On 8th September 2021, the GovNet Tech community welcomed Mark Simms, *Head of Public Sector UK* at [Equinix](https://www.equinix.co.uk/) and Tim Hinchey, Head of Cloud and Infrastructure Architecture at the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency for a case-study style webinar.

The [Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency](https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/driver-and-vehicle-standards-agency) (DVSA) is an executive agency of the UK government. Its priorities are helping everyone through a lifetime of safe driving and helping everyone keep their vehicle safe to drive. The DVSA employs 4,600 people in over 500 locations, requiring fast, responsive access to cloud-based applications.

To improve efficiency, add flexibility, and gain value for money, the DVSA underwent an ambitious digital transformation journey in 2019. By shifting from long-term contracts, minimising vendor lock-in, reducing their dependency on PSN and moving to open source and cloud where possible the DVSA has gained tangible benefits.

Watch along as Mark & Tim explain the DVSA’s digital transformation journey including:

- Why adopt a ‘digital-first' approach?
- Key challenges on the road to moving digital
- Outcomes and key takeaways

View the full webinar below:

Equinix are a Gold Partner of the GovTech Virtual Summit, taking place online on 12th October 2021. Places to attend are complimentary for the public sector, you can register your place below

[View full post](https://blog.govnet.co.uk/technology/a-digital-leader-in-public-sector-dvsa-their-transformation-journey)

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