Digital Health and Care Wales has chosen to abandon its £10m ambient voice technology procurement, citing a “limited number of suppliers successfully meeting the Conditions of Participation requirements”. The organisation launched the open framework agreement in August, aiming to support the adoption of the technology to improve clinical documentation processes. […]
Author: Jennifer Turton
George Eliot Hospital revises plans for delayed EPR go-live in 2027
A revised programme plan has been prepared by George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust, following a decision to delay the go-live of its EPR from October 2026 to August 2027. Late last year, the boards of George Eliot and South Warwickshire University trusts set out the initial October 2026 go-live date, […]
AI software installed on over half of compatible NHS MRI scanners with DHSC noting opportunities to upgrade
AI software is now installed on more than half of compatible NHS MRI scanners, the UK government has shared. The technology, along with the introduction of 125 new CT and MRI scanners, has been credited with playing a role in delivering one million more scans per year. AI-powered MRI technology […]
International: New York legislation for EHR organ donation integration, Korea and Mongolia partner on digital transformation, Meta offers $2 million
For our latest international news in brief, we take a closer look at some of the stories to have caught our eye over the last few weeks from across the globe. EMR milestone in South Africa The Eastern Cape Department of Health has announced that it has become the first […]
Torbay and South Devon NHS FT digital-first, AI and future of neighbourhood health
The publication of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust’s plan for better care has acknowledged progress to date for digital first and AI, with metrics on current use of digital tools and systems such as MyCare, Copilot, and Epic. The trust went live with its Epic EPR in April, […]
South West Yorkshire Partnership highlights digital medicines, AVT and regional EPR procurement
The board of South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has highlighted work on digital medicines, digital systems, and AVT, along with its role leading regional EPR procurement. The migration of SystmOne Community Services into the Integrated Neighbourhood Teams Service Unit has been completed, the trust shares, and SystmOne […]
Radiotherapy research strategy for the North West sets out actions for data, AI and digital systems
The North West Radiotherapy Network, made up of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust, and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; has published a research strategy setting out priority actions for data, AI, automation, and digital systems over the next five years. The ambition, […]
North West London Acute Provider Group updates on digital and data plans for 2026/27
North West London Acute Provider Group has shared an update on its digital and data plans for 2026/27, noting efforts to improve data sharing and reshape strategic objectives to focus on patient and staff experiences with technology, AI, automation, EPR, and the federated data platform. Work is continuing toward the […]
Clatterbridge Cancer Centre digital systems investments, data and workforce digital learning
The board of Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has discussed its current position and future plans on digital systems, data, and digital workforce capability and training. Current priorities include its patient portal and NHS App for patients, and ambient voice technology (AVT) and Copilot for staff, the board highlights, with a new […]
West of England collaboration launches £50k innovation grant fund
A collaboration in the West of England between Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, the University of the West of England, Sirona Care & Health, and Health Innovation West of England, has launched a £50k innovation grant fund designed to support improvements across the region. The Research, Innovation, Climate, Education and Equalities […]
