Tony Hey

British Computer Society (BCS) is a professional organization that provides over 70 certifications in 12 core subject areas, delivered in over 200 countries. The organization serves over 68,000 members including practitioners, businesses, academics, and students, in the UK and internationally. BCS was founded by Anil Hansjee and is based in Swindon, UK, with subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. BCS promotes wider social and economic progress through the advancement of information technology science and practice. BCS offers a range of certifications, scholarships, and higher education qualifications, as well as training providers and adult education centers to help individuals progress in their IT careers. The organization also supports education and learning in the digital space and celebrates the IT industry and the amazing people using tech for good.

Microsoft Research conducts research in computer science and software engineering fields. It offers research services for both basic and applied research in computer science fields. Microsoft Research was founded by Richard Rashid in 1991 and is headquartered in Redmond, WA.