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Oldfield Consultancy Wins Funding to Develop AI Risk-Reduction Software

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries at an extraordinary speed. But along with innovation comes significant financial, legal, and reputational risks. To address these challenges, Oldfield Consultancy has secured major funding to build a groundbreaking software solution designed to minimise risk in AI development. The project has received support from SPRITE+, a consortium formed by leading […]

Dr Oldfield Advances Ethical AI With Professional Accreditation & New Software

With years of experience serving as an expert witness in high-profile court cases and leading large AI modelling and development teams, Dr Oldfield has observed first-hand the deep structural gaps that exist across software, model development, and AI governance. These insights have driven her mission to create a more reliable, transparent, and responsible approach to […]

Dr Oldfield Inspires Professionals at the Staff Development Forum 2025

In the L&D world AI is becoming a key feature. This talk is about how we can be risk aware. Oldfield Consultancy is delighted to share that Dr Oldfield delivered a powerful and engaging keynote at this year’s Staff Development Forum, bringing together professionals from across the UK to explore the future of workforce development, leadership capability, and continuous improvement in both […]

Dr Oldfield Delivers Specialist AI Training at the Daphne Jackson Trust

Dr Oldfield Delivers Specialist AI Training at the Daphne Jackson Trust Oldfield Consultancy is pleased to announce that Dr Oldfield recently delivered a specialist AI training programme at the Daphne Jackson Trust, supporting UK researchers returning to their careers after a break. The session focused on building confidence in data-driven thinking, AI literacy, and practical digital skills that enhance research capability and […]

AI Professional Accreditation: Ensuring Quality and Ethics

Introduction As Artificial Intelligence continues to mature, the need for professional standards is more urgent than ever. The launch of the new AI Professional Accreditation marks a significant milestone in the industry, aiming to standardize practices and ensure a high level of expertise and ethical conduct among AI professionals. This blog post explores the importance […]

Overcoming Technical Challenges for AI Practitioners

Introduction The field of Artificial Intelligence is experiencing rapid growth, yet practitioners face a complex landscape of technical challenges that can hinder progress. From ensuring data integrity to building ethical algorithms, the journey from concept to a deployed AI solution is filled with obstacles. This blog post explores the most significant technical challenges for AI […]

Dr. Oldfield on AI and Statistics at the Sprite+ Fellows Event

Introduction At the recent Sprite+ Fellows event, Dr. Oldfield delivered a compelling address on the fundamental connection between AI and statistics. This talk highlighted how statistical methods are crucial not only for building robust AI models but also for ensuring they are fair and reliable. This blog post dives into the key points from that […]

Dr. Oldfield on the Future of Tech: Insights from the National Technicians Forum

Introduction In an age of rapid technological change, the role of technicians is evolving faster than ever. Dr. Oldfield recently addressed this critical topic at the National Technicians Development Forum, where she spoke on the future of technical skills in a world increasingly powered by AI and data. This blog post explores the key insights […]

Dr. Oldfield on Data & AI Ethics at Westminster City Council

Introduction In an age where data and AI are reshaping public services, the discussion on their ethical use is more critical than ever. Dr. Oldfield recently delivered a powerful address at the Westminster City Council, where she spoke on the crucial intersection of data, AI, and civic responsibility. This blog post explores the key insights […]