Northgate unveils new strategic appointment to strengthen public services drive |
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Public Services 20-Nov-2008 - [Northgate Public Services] Northgate unveils new strategic appointment to strengthen public services drive Northgate Public Services today announces the appointment of Ian Noble as Chief Operating Officer, as the company drives to expand its programme in supporting public service transformation. A highly skilled professional with over thirty years’ expertise, Ian brings with him formidable experience of organisational transformation following a distinguished career in operational management. In his new role, Ian will focus on promoting a performance culture, driving through innovation and putting quality at the heart of the organisation. He will spearhead Northgate’s work to further expand its service capabilities following the recent acquisition of Anite Public Sector. His appointment strengthens the company’s leading position in delivering continuously improving services to its clients and underlines its commitment to working in partnership with the public sector to provide modern public services which fully engage the citizen. David Meaden, Chief Executive of Northgate Public Services, said today: “I am delighted to welcome Ian as the new Chief Operating Officer for Northgate Public Services. His appointment represents the company’s commitment to delivering radical and rapid improvements to our public services strategy at an exciting period of growth following the recent acquisition of Anite Public Sector. “Ian is the ideal choice to help us continue to deliver services which meet our clients’ changing needs at this crucial time for public sector organisations. Northgate is fully committed to supporting public service transformation through innovation and the development of new forms of performance partnerships. Ian’s appointment will considerably strengthen our work in this strategic area.” Ian Noble added: “I am proud that we are developing new and innovative services at a time when public sector organisations are experiencing the toughest of economic times. The most vulnerable citizens need the most effective public services underpinned by targeted public investment to promote the economic, social and environmental wellbeing of their areas. I believe that Northgate’s track record in delivering public service transformation is unrivalled as we uniquely position ourselves to help organisations better meet the complex needs of the citizen and deliver sustainable communities.” [Ends] For more information:
Notes to editors 1. Northgate Public Services is a leading provider of innovative services to the public sector and utilities markets. Its task is to enhance public value through the intelligent use of people and technology, and to share in the economic and social benefits that this brings. 2. In the UK, Northgate works with 95% of local authorities and every police force. It supports public service transformation through sustainable performance partnerships. Its services are used in electoral administration systems covering 18 million people; by over one hundred housing associations; and to support the national system for reporting police performance. Founded in 1969, the company has over 7,500 employees. 3. Ian Noble was formerly Operations Director for Northgate Public Services, having worked for the company since 1995. A skilled professional with extensive experience in business development, Ian has driven business transformation across the Public Services division, having worked as General Manager and Director of Programmes both for the UK and internationally. Prior to joining Northgate, he was Project Director for East Anglian HISS Consortium, responsible for implementing hospital information support systems for four major hospitals in East Anglia. Ian has also worked for the Association for Payment Clearing Services (APACS), leading the creation and implementation planning of the UK Finance Industry’s £500 million strategy for card fraud prevention.
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