Category: [Citizen Engagement / Document Intelligence / HR / Project Management / Operations / Data & Analytics / Compliance / Communications]
Status: ✅ Production Ready
Deployment: Cloud | Hybrid | On-Premise
[2-3 sentence description of what this solution does]
[Describe the specific business challenge this solves for UK public sector organisations]
[Describe typical current processes and pain points]
- Time savings: [e.g., 70% reduction in processing time]
- Cost reduction: [e.g., £50k annual savings]
- Quality improvement: [e.g., 95% accuracy vs 60% manual]
- User satisfaction: [e.g., 4.5/5 citizen satisfaction]
[Detailed description of capabilities]
Key Features:
- Feature 1
- Feature 2
- Feature 3
- Feature 4
[Simple architecture diagram in ASCII or mermaid]
Use Case 1: [Name]
- User: [Who uses this]
- Scenario: [What they're trying to do]
- Outcome: [What happens]
Use Case 2: [Name]
- User: [Who uses this]
- Scenario: [What they're trying to do]
- Outcome: [What happens]
- Local Government
- Housing Associations
- Third Sector
- Cross-sector (HR/PM)
Local Government: [Specific benefits and use cases]
Housing Associations: [Specific benefits and use cases]
Third Sector: [Specific benefits and use cases]
| System | Type | Integration Method | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| System 1 | Core | REST API | Read/Write |
| System 2 | Supporting | Webhook | Events only |
| System 3 | Optional | File sync | Batch |
Local Government:
- Civica (modules: CRM, Revenues, Benefits)
- NEC (modules: Housing, Planning, Financials)
- Capita
- Northgate
Housing:
- Civica Cx Housing
- NEC Housing
- MRI Software
- Aareon QL
- Orchard
HR Systems:
- iTrent (MHR)
- ResourceLink
- People HR
- Oracle HCM
CRM:
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Salesforce
- Civica CRM
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Your Existing Systems │
├──────────────┬──────────────┬───────────────┤
│ System A │ System B │ System C │
└──────┬───────┴──────┬───────┴───────┬───────┘
│ │ │
└──────────────┼───────────────┘
│
┌──────▼──────┐
│ API Gateway │
│ (Optional) │
└──────┬──────┘
│
┌──────▼──────┐
│ This │
│ Solution │
└─────────────┘
Required APIs:
- API 1: [Purpose] - [Authentication method]
- API 2: [Purpose] - [Authentication method]
Optional APIs:
- API 3: [Purpose] - [Enhancement capability]
Inbound:
- [Data type 1] from [System]
- [Data type 2] from [System]
Outbound:
- [Data type 1] to [System]
- [Data type 2] to [System]
Data Residency:
- All data processing in UK regions
- No data leaves UK without explicit consent
- GDPR compliant data handling
Frontend:
- [Technology stack]
- [UI framework]
- [Accessibility features]
Backend:
- [API layer technology]
- [Processing engine]
- [Queue/messaging]
AI/ML:
- [Models used]
- [Training approach]
- [Inference platform]
Data Store:
- [Database type]
- [Cache layer]
- [Backup strategy]
Compute:
- [Container orchestration or serverless]
- [Scaling approach]
- [Resource requirements]
Storage:
- [Data storage]
- [Document storage]
- [Archive strategy]
Networking:
- [VPN requirements]
- [Firewall rules]
- [Load balancing]
Authentication:
- SSO integration (Azure AD, ADFS, Google Workspace)
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Multi-factor authentication support
Encryption:
- Data in transit: TLS 1.3
- Data at rest: AES-256
- Key management: [Cloud KMS or HSM]
Audit:
- Full audit trail of all actions
- Tamper-proof logging
- Retention period: [X years]
Infrastructure:
- Cloud subscription (Azure/AWS/GCP) OR on-premise kubernetes
- API gateway (optional but recommended)
- VPN/ExpressRoute/Direct Connect (for hybrid)
Access:
- Admin access to integrated systems
- API credentials/keys
- Network firewall rules approved
Data:
- Data classification completed
- DPIA (Data Protection Impact Assessment) if required
- Information governance sign-off
Azure UK (Recommended for Public Sector)
# Clone repository
git clone https://github.com/[org]/[solution-name]
# Configure Azure resources
cd terraform/azure-uk
terraform init
terraform plan -var-file="prod.tfvars"
terraform apply
# Deploy application
cd ../../
./deploy-azure.shAWS London
# Similar process for AWS
cd terraform/aws-london
# ... deployment steps# Deploy control plane to cloud
./deploy-hybrid-cloud.sh
# Deploy data processing on-premise
./deploy-hybrid-onprem.sh# Requires Kubernetes cluster
kubectl apply -f k8s/Environment Variables:
# Core settings
DEPLOYMENT_REGION=uk-south
DATA_RESIDENCY=uk-only
TENANT_ID=your-org-id
# Integration settings
PRIMARY_SYSTEM_URL=https://your-system.com/api
PRIMARY_SYSTEM_KEY=***
SECONDARY_SYSTEM_URL=https://another-system.com
# AI/ML settings
AI_MODEL_VERSION=v2.1
CONFIDENCE_THRESHOLD=0.85Integration Configuration:
# config/integrations.yaml
integrations:
civica:
enabled: true
endpoints:
- residents
- properties
- repairs
auth_type: oauth2
nec:
enabled: false
microsoft365:
enabled: true
tenant_id: your-tenant-idPre-deployment Testing:
# Run integration tests
npm test
# Test API connectivity
./scripts/test-connectivity.sh
# Security scan
./scripts/security-scan.shPost-deployment Validation:
- Health checks passing
- Integration tests successful
- Security scan clean
- Performance benchmarks met
- Accessibility tests passed
Health Checks:
- Endpoint:
/health - Frequency: 30 seconds
- Expected response: 200 OK
Metrics:
- Response time (target: <500ms)
- Success rate (target: >99%)
- Concurrent users
- Queue depth
Alerts:
- Error rate > 1%
- Response time > 2s
- Queue depth > 1000
- Failed integration calls
Regular Tasks:
- Daily: Log review and cleanup
- Weekly: Performance analysis
- Monthly: Security patching
- Quarterly: DR test
Updates:
- Security patches: Within 24 hours
- Minor updates: Monthly release cycle
- Major updates: Quarterly with regression testing
Tiers:
- Tier 1: User support (via your existing helpdesk)
- Tier 2: Configuration and integration issues
- Tier 3: Code-level issues and bugs
SLA:
- Critical: 1 hour response
- High: 4 hour response
- Medium: 1 business day
- Low: 3 business days
GDPR/DPA 2018 Compliance:
- Data minimisation implemented
- Privacy by design
- Right to erasure supported
- Data portability enabled
- Consent management
- Breach notification process
Data Processing:
- Purpose limitation enforced
- Storage limitation: [X months/years]
- Accuracy controls in place
- Integrity and confidentiality maintained
Cyber Essentials Plus:
- Boundary firewalls and internet gateways
- Secure configuration
- Access control
- Malware protection
- Patch management
ISO 27001 Controls:
- Information security policies
- Organisation of information security
- Asset management
- Access control
- Cryptography
- [Full control list in docs/iso27001.md]
WCAG 2.1 Level AA:
- Perceivable
- Operable
- Understandable
- Robust
Assistive Technology Support:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA)
- Voice recognition
- Keyboard navigation
- High contrast mode
Housing (if applicable):
- Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code
- Regulator of Social Housing requirements
- Tenant Satisfaction Measures reporting
Local Government (if applicable):
- Local Government Transparency Code
- FOI Act compliance
- Public Services Network (PSN) compatible
Subscription Model:
- Small organisation (<50 users): £X,XXX/month
- Medium organisation (50-200 users): £X,XXX/month
- Large organisation (200+ users): £X,XXX/month
One-time Costs:
- Implementation: £X,XXX
- Training: £X,XXX
- Customisation: From £X,XXX
Cloud (Estimated Monthly):
- Small deployment: £XXX - £X,XXX
- Medium deployment: £X,XXX - £XX,XXX
- Large deployment: £XX,XXX+
On-Premise (One-time + Annual):
- Hardware: £XX,XXX
- Annual maintenance: £X,XXX
Organisation Type: Medium Housing Association (5,000 properties)
Costs:
- Year 1: £XX,XXX (implementation + subscription)
- Years 2-5: £XX,XXX/year (subscription + support)
Savings:
- Staff time: £XX,XXX/year
- Error reduction: £X,XXX/year
- Improved satisfaction: £X,XXX/year (reduced complaints)
Payback Period: X months
Activities:
- Map current processes
- Identify integration points
- Complete DPIA
- Define success criteria
Deliverables:
- Integration specification
- DPIA document
- Project plan
- Success metrics
Activities:
- Provision infrastructure
- Configure integrations
- User acceptance testing environment
- Security review
Deliverables:
- Deployed test environment
- Integration test results
- Security sign-off
Activities:
- Deploy to pilot group
- Training delivery
- Collect feedback
- Refine configuration
Deliverables:
- Pilot report
- Refined configuration
- Training materials
- Go-live plan
Activities:
- Phased deployment
- Monitor performance
- Support users
- Measure against success criteria
Deliverables:
- Production deployment
- Performance report
- Benefits realisation
End Users (2 hours):
- Introduction and overview
- How to [key task 1]
- How to [key task 2]
- Getting help
Super Users (Half day):
- Advanced features
- Troubleshooting
- Supporting other users
- Providing feedback
System Administrators (1 day):
- Configuration
- User management
- Integration management
- Monitoring and maintenance
Technical Teams (1 day):
- Architecture deep-dive
- API documentation
- Security configuration
- Troubleshooting
Q: Can this work with our existing [X] system? A: [Answer about compatibility]
Q: Where is data stored? A: [Answer about data residency]
Q: What happens if our internet goes down? A: [Answer about resilience]
Q: Can we customise it? A: [Answer about customisation]
Q: How long does implementation take? A: [Answer about timeline]
Challenge: [Description of problem]
Solution: [How this was implemented]
Results:
- [Metric 1: X% improvement]
- [Metric 2: £X savings]
- [Metric 3: X hours saved]
Quote:
"[Testimonial from key stakeholder]"
[Name], [Role], [Organisation]
- Related Solution 1 - [How they complement each other]
- Related Solution 2 - [How they complement each other]
- Related Solution 3 - [How they complement each other]
- Book a demo - See it in action
- Download evaluation guide - Assess suitability
- Request trial access - Try it yourself
- View implementation partners - Get professional help
- GitHub Issues: Report bugs and request features
- GitHub Discussions: Ask questions and share experiences
- Community Slack: Real-time chat with other users
- Monthly Webinar: Live demos and Q&A
[Specify license - e.g., Apache 2.0, MIT, or commercial]
We welcome contributions! See CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines.
Last updated: [Date] Version: [X.Y.Z]