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NHS consults on sharing data from private healthcare providers

Investigates details of how private healthcare hospital activity data will be collected and processed by NHS England

31 March 2023
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Low take up of digital care claims alliance

Low take up includes only 18% of respondents currently using telecare or telehealth services

28 March 2023
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Running an away day, virtually

As the need for remote working becomes more urgent, Olly Benson of NHS Improvement's Horizon team recounts the team’s early experience of organising a day-long, virtual session

20 March 2020
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British Heart Foundation 'right sources' its technology

The British Heart Foundation has taken a ‘cloud as appropriate’ and ‘right source’ approach to transforming its technology operations, says Amit Patel, director of technology design and engineering at the charity

17 December 2019
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'Cloud first' or 'cloud smart'? Getting the best from public and private cloud

How can you best simplify your IT infrastructure across the estate while harnessing cloud capabilities? The UKA Live expert panel explores how to deliver the best of both worlds: the simplicity and agility of public cloud plus the performance, security, and control of private cloud - Watch the full on-demand video now

09 December 2019
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Lancashire installs robopets in care homes

Lancashire County Council has handed 20 robotic cats and dogs to care homes, saying they will help tackle loneliness and isolation and provide companionship for those with dementia.

15 October 2019
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Hybrid cloud and smart sourcing powers NHS trust

Industry voice: Central and North West London NHS is moving from outsourcing to smart sourcing as IT director Owen Powell and deputy director Nigel Tazzyman take back control of its digital future 

09 October 2019
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