Kainos and Davis Pier Forge Strategic Partnership to Propel Digital Transformation in Canada's Public Sector
Halifax, NS and London, UK – Kainos, a global leader in digital transformation headquartered in the UK, and Davis Pier, a B Corp Certified Canadian consulting firm, today announced a strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation within the Canadian public and healthcare sectors.
The collaboration combines Kainos' extensive experience in delivering innovative digital solutions for the UK public and healthcare sectors with Davis Pier's deep expertise in addressing complex government and social challenges in Canada. While Canada has historically been a leader in digital government, it has recently fallen to 47th in the UN e-Government Development Rankings. This partnership seeks to accelerate progress by bringing together proven global approaches and local expertise to modernise and future-proof public services.
"The Canadian public sector stands at an inflection point; transformed programs and services can no longer be designed without fully leveraging digital technology," said Mike Davis, CEO of Davis Pier. "Partnering with Kainos allows us to bring proven, innovative solutions to Canada, tailored to our unique context, and deliver transformative outcomes for public sector organisations and citizens. The partnership will enable us to further grow our company and its impact, while enhancing the wellbeing of Canadians and supporting economic growth through job creation."
Kainos has a strong track record of successfully implementing digital transformation projects for the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) and key government agencies, including the Ministry of Justice, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency. Its innovative approaches, such as utilising open innovation processes and cutting-edge technologies such as Generative AI, have led to the development of modern digital systems and enhanced accessibility of public services.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with Davis Pier, whose commitment to social impact and local government insight aligns perfectly with our mission," said Neil Gabriel, North American Regional Lead at Kainos. "By combining our expertise, we aim to future-proof Canada's public services, ensuring they remain resilient and adaptable in an ever-changing digital landscape. This partnership is about building sustainable solutions that will benefit Canadian citizens now and into the future."
The partnership will offer a comprehensive suite of services including artificial intelligence, data analytics, software development, user research, UX design, cloud solutions, intelligent automation, and change management. This holistic approach ensures that digital transformation initiatives are not only technologically advanced but also strategically aligned with the needs of Canadian public sector organisations.