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James Cornford is an Associate Professor in Organisational Behaviour at the Norwich Business School, University of East Anglia (UEA). He joined UEA in 2009 from Newcastle University, where he held roles including Senior Lecturer and Principal Research Associate. His research focuses on multi-agency organisational change in public sectors, information technology-driven organisational transformation, and regional development processes. He has led or co-investigated projects funded by the ESRC, EPSRC, European Commission, and UK government departments.
**Career & Affiliations**:
- Associate Professor, Norwich Business School (2009–present)
- Co-founder of the Centre for Social and Business Informatics (now part of KITE at Newcastle University)
- Visiting Fellow at Newcastle University’s KITE
- Member of the EPSRC Peer Review College
**Research Interests**:
- Public sector transformation through ICT integration
- E-government and customer focus in public services
- Regional development strategies and innovation ecosystems
- Network governance and multi-stakeholder collaboration
His recent work explores challenges in information sharing across public services, the impact of AI in healthcare, and the role of science parks in supporting entrepreneurs. He has published extensively on topics like virtual universities, e-government policy, and the socio-economic effects of industrial closures.
**Grants & Projects**:
- Smart Data Analytics for Business and Local Government (ESRC-funded, 2014–2020)
- Regionalising Adoption in Yorkshire and Humberside (Barnardo’s, 2016–2017)
He leads the BSc in Business Analytics and Management and teaches modules on project management, innovation, and data management. His work bridges academic research and practical policy implications in public service innovation and organisational change.
