Chris Burland
Head of Data and Systems, Beckfoot Trust
Chris Burland is Head of Data and Systems for Beckfoot Trust, a 10 school multi academy trust based in Bradford. Chris works in the central team supporting schools and operational teams with data analysis and management of information systems. Chris has worked for Beckfoot Trust since 2006 in a variety of teaching and operational support roles giving him a breadth of experience and a real understanding of what it takes to make a difference to young people and support our mission of creating remarkable schools where no child is left behind.
Laying strong foundations
1 Workshop series two
Fixing system interoperability across your trust
Broken data flows quietly cost trusts time, clarity and confidence. This practical workshop explores how to map interoperability across MIS, finance, HR and safeguarding systems, and identify where data breaks down. The session will share how to spot friction points, prioritise realistic fixes and strengthen foundations without overcomplicating architecture. Trust leaders from different-sized trusts will share what worked, what didn’t, and how they moved from fragmented systems to more connected practice.