Case Studies
Read about the impact we make for our clients
Case Study: How Lloyds Banking Group Is Leading with AI
Fri, 14 Nov 25 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: How Lloyds Banking Group Is Leading with AI
Discover how Lloyds Banking Group partnered with Cambridge Spark to upskill 200+ senior leaders in AI and embed advanced data capabilities.
Wed, 16 Jul 25 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Great Ormond Street Hospital - The Impact of AI & Data Apprenticeships
Great Ormond Street Hospital boosts patient care with AI apprenticeships, building staff skills and a data-driven culture through strong leadership support
Thu, 24 Apr 25 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Virgin Atlantic Uses Apprenticeships to Complement its People-Centric Approach
Virgin Atlantic doubles apprentices on Cambridge Spark programmes, strengthening data & AI skills and championing innovation, passion, and positivity.
Fri, 11 Apr 25 at 12:00 BST
Case study: How Cambridge Spark is Helping Oxfordshire County Council Prepare Its Workforce for a Data-Driven Future
Since January 2024, 62 Oxfordshire County Council employees have enrolled on a Cambridge Spark programme to learn how to leverage data and digital and achieve significant business impact.
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Tue, 07 May 24 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Analyst Identifies Sales Growth Opportunities by Optimising Product Ranging
Discover how a data analyst at Premier Foods identified sales growth opportunities by optimising product ranging using data analytics.
Thu, 29 Feb 24 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Electrophysiology Co-Ordinator Cuts NHS Referral Delay by Up to 75%
See how an electrophysiology co-ordinator with the NHS cut patient referral delay times by up to 75% through data analytics
Wed, 17 Jan 24 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: BEAM Academy Leads Data Transformation in the Retail Sector
Discover how a M&S's BEAM Academy is leading digital transformation in retail with data apprenticeships.
Fri, 22 Dec 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Executive Assistant Helps Secure Partnership, Prevents Displacement of 96 Employees
Learn how an executive assistant at Virgin Atlantic helped secure a partnership and prevented the displacement of 96 staff during her data apprenticeship
Thu, 24 Aug 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Exertis Unlocks £100s of Millions in Working Capital, Saves 1,000s of Hours
Discover how a technology distributor identified £200m+ in working capital and saved 1000s of hours by upskilling critical data staff.
Thu, 03 Aug 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Pharmacist Saves Doctors 182 Hours Per Year
See how a pharmacist from Lewisham and Greenwich saved doctors 182 hours a year by applying learnings from the Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship!
Fri, 21 Jul 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Eye Doctor Identifies Patient Savings of 88,841 km Traveled, 7,500 kg CO₂ Emissions
Discover how an eye doctor from the NHS cut CO2 emissions and patient travel time by applying learnings from the Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship!
Wed, 21 Jun 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Flight Engineer Saves 60 Hours per Month, Cuts Data Processing Time by 80%
Discover how a flight engineer at easyJet applied the learnings from her data analyst apprenticeship to drive efficiency and improve fleet performance
Wed, 17 May 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Strategy Manager Drives Potential 49% TV Energy Savings Nationwide
Learn how a Strategy Manager at the BBC applied his programme learnings in data visualisation to save UK residents a as much as 49% in TV energy spend!
Tue, 16 May 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Administrator Presents Insights and Action Plan, Improves Employee Morale
Discover how an administrator at Sundridge Medical Practice was able to analyse patient survey data to present an action plan and grow staff morale.
Fri, 21 Apr 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Director Builds Model to Predict 70-80% of Emergency Readmissions
Discover how a joint director for strategic insight and analytics at Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership, predicted emergency readmissions.
Wed, 19 Apr 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Product Manager Grows Team Capacity by a Projected 647 Hours per Year
Learn how a product manager at TrendBible applied the learnings from the Digital Business Analyst Apprenticeship to save 647 hours per year.
Wed, 22 Feb 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Scientist Improves Lead Generation Efficiency by 13x, Saves 48 Hours per Month
Discover how Data Scientist Elle Neal drove lead generation efficiency and saved time
Wed, 25 Jan 23 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Reclaiming 182 Annual Hours of Report Preparation
Paul Knox, Theatre Digital and Intelligence Manager at Mid & South Essex Trust shares his experience on the Level 3 NHS Data Citizen Apprenticeship
Wed, 31 Aug 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: An Interview with AI Data Specialist Apprentice of the Year
An interview with Kevin Cassar, the ITA AI Data Specialist Apprentice of the Year. Kevin has recently completed our Level 7 AI and Data Science apprenticeship programme
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Thu, 25 Aug 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Complementing Specialist Skills with Data Science
Michael Lawson talks us through how his newly acquired data science skills from the Level 7 AI and Data Science Apprenticeship are helping him to round-out his highly specialised skill set.
Mon, 22 Aug 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Driving Community Change and Improvement with Data Analysis
Jamie Kavanagh talks us through how his newly acquired data analysis skills from the Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship are helping him to transform Oxfordshire's Fire & Rescue Service.
Mon, 11 Jul 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Speeding up HR operations with Python
Recently promoted HR Operations Manager Sammy Baylis talks us through her experiences as a Level Data Analyst Apprentice and how she has used her new skills to save hours of work.
Tue, 14 Jun 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Becoming a Data Driven Journalist
BBC broadcast Jim Taylor on his Data Driven Journalism apprenticeship, where he is learning the skills to create visual and insightful data-led news content for all forms of media, including TV, Radio and online.
Mon, 16 May 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Transforming Sustainability Data Reporting at GSK
An interview with Boglarka Nagy on her Level 3 Data Citizen apprenticeship, where she is learning the core concepts, skills and tools to be be data-driven in her work as a Sustainability Reporting Analyst at GSK.
Wed, 11 May 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Developing Python Programming Skills Within the NHS
Find out how Python programming skills are being developed within the NHS.
Fri, 29 Apr 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: How easyJet is delivering on its mission to become the world's most data-driven airline
A case study looking at how Edgar Tse, a Data Scientist at easyJet is applying the skills he learned on Cambridge Spark's AI & Data Science apprenticeship to deliver easyJet's mission to become the world's most data-driven airline.
Thu, 21 Apr 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Aviva is helping to pivot careers with apprenticeships
An interview with Jamie Southchurch, who pivoted his career from insurance claims handling into Data Science with Aviva and our AI and Data Science apprenticeship.
Wed, 30 Mar 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: How GSK R&D are utilising Data and AI apprenticeships to empower their Scientists with key digital skills
Find out how skills development within the R&D sector is benefitting GSK teams and their customers at a rapid pace with the help of Cambridge Spark.
Wed, 09 Feb 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Apprenticeships are 'building the future' at HDR UK
Find out how Data Apprenticeships are 'building the future' at HDR UK, the UK's national institute for health data science
Mon, 24 Jan 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Insights Bring New Operational Efficiencies to UK's Largest Children’s Charity
Find out how our Level 3 Data Citizen Apprenticeship is helping to bring new operational efficiencies to UK's Largest Children’s Charity
Sun, 23 Jan 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Apprenticeships Drive Digital Transformation Within a Global Technology Company
Find out how our Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship is helping to drive digital transformation within a global technology company
Wed, 19 Jan 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: A Digital Approach to Serving Residents and Improving Services with AI and Data Science in Surrey
Find out how our Level 7 AI & Data Science Apprenticeship is Helping Surrey County Council Serve Residents and Improve County Services
Thu, 13 Jan 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Building key data and leadership skills in the NHS
Find out how our Level 3 NHS Data Citizen Apprenticeship is building key data and leadership skills in the NHS
Tue, 11 Jan 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Insights Are Helping to Evolve a Financial Services and Credit Solutions Company
Find out how our Level 7 Data Science & AI Apprenticeship Insights are Helping to Evolve a Financial Services and Credit Solutions Company
Wed, 05 Jan 22 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Insights Bring New Operational Efficiencies to UK Finance Company
Find out how our Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship is helping to bring new operational efficiencies to a UK finance company.
Tue, 26 Oct 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Helping to change patient lives with actionable insights from Pfizer's Data Analyst Academy
Find out how our Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship is Helping to change patient lives with data science insights.
Fri, 15 Oct 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Building Data Science Capability in a Cybersecurity Business
Find out how our Level 7 AI Data Specialist Apprenticeship is Helping to Build capability in a Cybersecurity Business
Wed, 08 Sep 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Driving marketing performance with Data Analytics
Find out how our Data Analyst Apprenticeship is building data analytics capability in a marketing function
Wed, 30 Jun 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Building AI capability in media and broadcasting with AI apprenticeships
The BBC is the world's largest public service broadcaster. Upskilling staff to have the skills needed to support the organisation's data transformation is a cornerstone of their data strategy.
Thu, 27 May 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Analyst apprentices drive actionable insights during Hackathon on real GSK Consumer Health dataset
A key feature of our Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship is a hackathon mid-way through the programme, giving apprentices two days to work in teams to conduct exploratory data analysis on a new dataset and present their findings at the end of the two days.
Thu, 18 Mar 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Delivering data-driven customer solutions at Royal Mail with apprenticeships
A key factor in the Royal Mail’s data transformation is providing its customers with solutions that improve their experience with the company and boost response rates for customer service.
Thu, 18 Mar 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Applying data science to archaeological research
Find out how one of learners is applying ML to archaeology
Wed, 17 Mar 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Applying data science to biochemistry research
Find out how we are equipping scientific researchers with data science and machine learning skills
Tue, 16 Mar 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: From online Python courses to a qualification in Data Science and AI
Sam Winter is undertaking the Level 7 AI Data Specialist apprenticeship, having taught himself Python online.
Tue, 02 Mar 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Supporting strategic AI initiatives with apprenticeships
Cambridge Spark’s Level 7 Data Scientist Apprenticeship equips learners with the skills to devise data-driven AI solutions to business problems and optimise business processes.
Fri, 19 Feb 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Developing careers at GSK with Data Academies
GSK is looking to leverage data for end-to-end business improvements as well as driving innovation opportunities in their various departments.
Wed, 10 Feb 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Developing Data Science capabilities at GSK
By leveraging digital technologies GSK is able to improve products, enhance the customer experience and drive innovation at an accelerated rate.
Tue, 09 Feb 21 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Upskilling in Data Science with an MSc degree apprenticeship
Delivered by Cambridge Spark, Anglia Ruskin University’s MSc Digital and Technology Solutions (Data Analytics) degree apprenticeship equips learners with the tools and techniques to process large complex datasets for business insight.
Fri, 23 Oct 20 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: How the GSK Data Analyst apprenticeship hackathon is turning new skills into opportunities
The GSK data hackathon, delivered as part of the L4 Data Analyst Academy, accelerates learning and ensures ROI by allowing apprentices to work on a real-world data problem in the context of their business.
Tue, 18 Aug 20 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Data Analyst Apprentice identifies £30k of savings for GSK
Five months ago, the first cohort of GSK’s Data Analyst Apprenticeship Academy, which was designed to equip employees with practical data analysis skills, including Python, was launched.
Sat, 25 Apr 20 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Upskilling GSK staff with the Data Analyst Apprenticeship
GSK is a science-led global healthcare company that researches, develops and manufactures innovative pharmaceutical medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare products.
Mon, 16 Dec 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: IMC Trading Connects with Top-Tier Undergraduate Talent via Cambridge Spark
IMC is a leading global market maker, using algorithmic trading and advanced technology to buy and sell securities on multiple trading venues worldwide.
Tue, 29 Oct 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Production-ready code for Data Science at the BBC
Learn how Cambridge Spark helped the BBC data science teams embed best practice into their daily routines when they set out to change their software engineering landscape, in order to increase audience engagement, through targeting them with more relevant content.
Tue, 18 Jun 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Starcount Powers up with PySpark
Starcount is a data science consultancy focused on the next stage of exploring consumer habits and motivations enabling brands to make decisions based on dynamic data, patterns of buying and social media activity.
Mon, 10 Jun 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: From R to Python at ING
ING provides banking and financial services which empower people to stay ahead in life and in business. That means staying on the cutting edge themselves.
Wed, 13 Mar 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Deep Learning and Natural Language Processing (NLP) Training for Deloitte
New research and technologies are continuously emerging in the fields of big data and data science. To keep up to date with the latest advancements, Deloitte chose Cambridge Spark to provide on-site data science training for their Consulting Analysts.
Mon, 04 Mar 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Applying Data Science tools and techniques to eCommerce
It’s no doubt that eCommerce has been an uprising giant in the retail space, across multiple verticals.
Thu, 21 Feb 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: An innovative talent acquisition and assessment strategy for IMC Trading
Candidate assessment is a key component in every talent strategy. They are designed to provide a way in which to measure performance and qualify candidates to perform a role.
Wed, 20 Feb 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Core Data Science Training for PhD Research
Combining mathematics and statistics, computer science and domain expertise, Data Science is an interdisciplinary skill set that can be applied in every field, from business and finance to the natural sciences and engineering.
Wed, 13 Feb 19 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: Building Internal Capabilities to Develop Data Science Projects
Are you looking to build a data science team? This short guide walks through how EDF Energy approached this goal and built Data Science capability within their Sales & Marketing team using in-house training delivered by Cambridge Spark.
Fri, 30 Nov 18 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: The Role of Data Science in Retail
The retail sector is adopting Data Science techniques to reduce costs, improve decision making and explore ways to do more with data.
Sun, 11 Nov 18 at 12:00 BST
Case Study: The Role of Data Science in Research
In academia, new applications of Machine Learning are emerging that improve the accuracy and efficiency of processes, and open the way for disruptive data-driven solutions.