23 November 2021

Putting data, digital and tech at the heart of transforming the NHS

Putting data, digital and tech at the heart of transforming the NHS
DHSC 23 November 2021
  • This independent review from Laura Wade-Gery considers how to ensure a coherent approach to digital transformation in the NHS national bodies. The review argues for a shift in culture, operating model, skills, capabilities and processes to put data, digital and technology at the heart of health service transformation. The goal is to build on progress made by NHS Digital and NHSX during the past 2 years of the pandemic and ensure the national NHS (defined as NHS England and NHS Improvement (NHSEI), NHSX (X) and NHS Digital (D)) can lead the transformation of the wider healthcare system, supporting integrated care systems (ICSs) to deliver better citizen health. 
  • The review identified 6 areas where the current situation could be improved. Transformation model; Funding and benefits; Leadership; Capabilities; Data and technology; and Organisational responsibilities.