Digital Health

The Benefits of Custom GPT Agents in the UK Health Procurement Landscape

The healthcare sector, particularly the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom, operates within a complex procurement environment driven by rigorous compliance standards, budgetary restrictions, and the need to source high-quality...

AI-Assisted Discharge Summary (AI-Assisted DSUM)

The AI-Assisted Discharge Summary (AI-Assisted DSUM) is a technological innovation aimed at improving the efficiency of hospital discharge summaries within the NHS. Using artificial intelligence (AI) integrated into the NHS Federated Data...

Enhancing NHS Efficiency Through In-Trust Inventory Management Systems (IMS): A Comprehensive Approach to Supply Chain Optimisation and AI Integration

Introduction: The Importance of Inventory Management in NHS Trusts In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, managing resources efficiently is critical for delivering high-quality patient care while minimising costs. The National Health Service...

Improving Accountability in UK Government Procurement: A Comprehensive Review

This article analyses the key findings from the Institute for Government report titled Improving Accountability in Government Procurement, which explores the size and structure of UK government procurement, the challenges of accountability,...

Risk Stratification: A Tool Falling Short in Real-World Impact

Risk stratification has long been heralded as a promising approach in healthcare, aiming to identify patients at varying levels of risk for adverse health outcomes. The fundamental idea is that by accurately...

Overcoming Challenges in NHS Procurement with Data-Driven Strategies

NHS procurement is fraught with challenges ranging from complex regulatory frameworks and budget constraints to supply chain disruptions and technological limitations. The introduction of the new Procurement Act 2023 adds another layer...

Ethical Considerations of AI and ChatGPT in Procurement

Introduction The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of the United Kingdom’s public sector, providing healthcare services to millions. As the NHS faces increasing demand, budget constraints, and the need for...

Harnessing Data to Enhance Market Engagement in UK Public Procurement

Data has become a cornerstone in almost every sector, and public procurement is no exception. In the UK, public procurement is heavily regulated, with an emphasis on transparency, fairness, and efficiency. The...