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• Much better working relationship with suppliers as you are working jointly on something that
benefits the region with which both of you are engaged.
• Mobile network Wi-Fi access points to support digital learning in hard-to-reach areas.

• Internet of Things sensors to prototype new technology, to learn, monitor, manage and maintain
existing services such as providing Air Quality sensors and creating a dashboard.
• Laptop and tablet devices to support the digitally excluded in the region where they are needed
the most.

Figure 30: Equipment provided to schools to support digital learning

Next steps

Norfolk County Council is focused on two key aspects:

• Ensuring a focus on social value for every contract going forward.

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