United KingdomProfessional services2023 – ongoingCapita
GitHub Copilot for software developers
UK outsourcer Capita saw 15% to 25% productivity gains for developers editing existing code with GitHub Copilot
Problem
Capita wanted to speed up software work but first had to resolve data and privacy questions about an AI coding tool.
Approach
Capita ran a proof of concept with 40 developers, then a three-month trial, and widened the rollout in December 2023. More than 200 users had access, with a SharePoint knowledge base, a Teams channel and Forms feedback supporting the rollout.
Results
Takeaway
The 15% to 25% gain applies to changes to existing code. Savings over the first 18 months remained an expectation.
Categories
- Size
- Large enterprise
- Industry
- Professional services
- Business function
- IT and R&D
- Innovation type
- Process innovation
- AI technology
- Generative AI
- Adoption
- Vendor solution
- Evidence
- Vendor's case study
Sources
Source summaries
Capita introduced GitHub Copilot through a proof of concept, a trial and a wider rollout. Microsoft reports a 15% to 25% productivity gain on modifications to existing code.
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