1.24 The Government needs to make the most of innovations being developed in the world-class UK science base. Departments will be encouraged to interact with them on major complex procurements where advanced technology can play a role. In particular, the TSB's innovation platforms can help to bring business and different parts of central and local government closer together to generate more innovative solutions to major societal challenges, develop new technologies, link research to government's needs, and facilitate closer collaboration. The TSB is already working with the Department of Transport and the Home Office to develop technology based solutions to intelligent transport systems and network security.
1.25 To take full advantage of innovation across public services will require a significant step-change in the Government's procurement capability in terms of skills, the framework in which procurement operates, and tools available to purchasers. Chapter 2 sets out the key steps the Government will take to deliver this transformation.