DHSC must still learn the lessons of its failed IT programmes
DHSC and the NHS have a “long way to go” to deal with the legacy of their track record of failed IT programmes”, a key government committee has said.
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Gould and Wilkinson talk NHS digital transformation lessons
Matthew Gould has said that while “huge progress” has been made, the potential of digital transformation across the NHS has not been fulfilled yet.
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NHS Providers report highlights digital transformation during Covid-19
A new report by NHS Providers says digital transformation during Covid-19 has been impressive but now needs additional investment and clear policy support.
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NAO report highlights “complexity of the NHS digital landscape”
The team behind a report into digital transformation across NHSE have said they think it highlights the “complexity of the NHS digital landscape”.
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NHS digital transformation remains tough
Following on from the publication of a NAO report into digital transformation across the NHS, Jon Hoeksma, reflects on healthcare IT over the last two decades.
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NHS organisations facing “significant” digital transformation challenges
A report by the NAO has concluded that local NHS organisations are facing “significant challenges” when it comes to working towards digital transformation.
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Industry news in brief
Our first industry round up of 2019 features news that a report has suggested innovation and technology can help alleviate pressures facing the NHS.
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NHS digitisation expected to cost up to £13bn – report
Officials developing NHS England’s long term plan have estimated it will cost between £10.9bn and £12.9bn to support digitisation across 15 areas included within it.
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King’s Fund report says digital change being driven locally
The report considers five local areas which have made “significant progress” towards digital change, and draws out lessons learned.
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NHS workers selected for 2018 NHS Digital Pioneer Fellowship
A group of more than 20 NHS workers are to take part in a new scheme that will involve using digital innovation to design and lead transformation projects.
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