Examples of Capital Ambition's successes

Capital Ambition works across London local government, working with local authorities to reduce costs and improve service delivery. Here you'll find six examples from the wide selection of work that we do, to give you an idea of the scope of our programme. Don't hesitate to get in touch with the relevant contact to learn more or get involved.

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Man using computer Excellence in Project and Programme Management

EPPM developed a common programme management guide to provide a practical and non-bureaucratic approach to project and programme management tailored to the public sector.

 

Pound coins being sliced - savings

 

Efficiency challenge

Organising experts across the field, Capital Ambition pinpoints potential efficiencies and leading practice, saving money and improving services

 

Pile of computer terminals

            ICT e-auction

Capital Ambition supported the largest e-Auction of its kind, and saw 16 boroughs join forces to save more than £10.5 million in buying ICT hardware

 

Gas burners

 

London energy project

Encouraging the aggregation of energy needs across councils, Capital Ambition is increasing purchasing clout and collaborative working to access the lower-priced wholesale energy market

 

Call centre telephone headset

        Out of hours

Through outsourcing and sharing services, Capital Ambition has made large savings on call centres, and improved service delivery

 

Street sweeper

 

Street cleansing

Capital Ambition has created blueprints for authorities to help them benchmark their performance, improve recycling, and work on community engagement

 

Carrot dangling

        Total reward

Through focus group working Capital Ambition is analysing which benefits lead to employees engaging in company culture, driving up performance and improving conditions for everyone