Digital Planning joins expert panel at Future Flux growth conference
Digital Planning joined a panel discussion of innovation and growth at the regional Future Flux conference at De Montfort University. Co-founder James Ferraby was invited by East Midlands Chamber to speak at the event, which brought together business leaders, policymakers and academics from across the region. During several panels, presentations, and speeches they discussed the […]
Digital Planning discusses Budget on BBC Politics East Midlands
Digital Planning co-founder James Ferraby provided Business reaction to the 2025 Budget on the BBC Politics East Midlands. The DP director was interviewed after speaking on a panel at the East Midlands Chamber’s Future Flux economic and innovation conference at De Montfort University. The conference – which focused on regional economic growth – […]
Ben Hutchings appointed as Chief Science Officer
Ben Hutchings has been appointed as Chief Science Officer, strengthening Digital Planning’s focus on research, development, and delivery. Digital Planning is further advancing technical innovation in digital transformation, with Ben taking lead as Chief Science Officer (CSO). Ben, previously a leading AI/ML engineer, brings renowned expertise in artificial intelligence and applied machine learning to his […]
Digital Planning attend as industry leaders at Dubai international advances in AI for society conference
Digital Planning were represented as industry leaders at the International Conference on Advances in Artificial Intelligence for Society. They attended the two-day event, alongside other industry partners including Zoom and Turnitin, to showcase their expertise and contribute to discussions shaping the future of AI-driven healthcare innovation. The ICA2S conference at Gulf Medical University in UAE […]
Digital Planning backs West Midlands Health Tech AI hackathon
Digital Planning is proud to back healthcare innovation at the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator hackathon, hosted by Birmingham City University. Chief Science Officer Ben Hutchings represented Digital Planning as an industry partner. He brought deep sector experience to to support the development of breakthrough ideas and prototypes. This comes as Digital Planning founders, Mark […]
Digital Planning founders celebrate growth at Barclays Entrepreneur Awards 2025
Digital Planning’s high-growth achievements were recognised last night as founders Mark Underwood and James Ferraby joined entrepreneurs from across the country at the Barclays Entrepreneur Awards 2025. Shortlisted in the UK-wide High Growth Company category, the team stood among eight finalists – each recognised for driving consistent growth, market impact, and innovation. The annual event […]
Digital Planning co-authors AI research paper with University of Derby
An AI research paper co-authored by Digital Planning will be presented at a leading science and technology conference in Morocco. The conference paper, Recognizing Cardiovascular Risk Patterns using Ensemble Learning Algorithms, demonstrates how combining multiple artificial intelligence models can improve the predictive accuracy of heart attack risk. This approach of combining multiple AI models is […]
Research Engineer Ollie Anderson joins Digital Planning
Digital Planning continues to strengthen its technical expertise -with Research Engineer Ollie Anderson the latest addition to its growing team. Ollie brings advanced expertise in mathematics and applied data science. He has a Masters degree from the University of Exeter and a strong grounding in renewable technologies. Ollie’s academic background enables him to implement and […]
Digital Planning welcomes new Business Development Manager
Digital Planning has appointed Adam Hammond as its Business Development Manager as it looks to scale its client-focused digital solutions. Adam, who brings experience in market research and sales for technology firms, will develop new business opportunities and manage Digital Planning’s inbound and outbound sales strategies. Adam started his career in property sales at the peak […]
Digital Planning to judge on University of Derby’s Cyber AI Hackathon 2025
Digital Planning will help develop the next generation of cybersecurity and AI experts – by backing the University of Derby’s Cyber AI Hackathon. Mark Underwood and James Ferraby, Digital Planning’s co‑founders, will form part of the judging panel for the event on 7 November. They will provide strategic insight and industry experience as the contest takes […]