Digital Health
The Impact of Recent US Tariffs on the UK Healthcare Procurement Landscape
In April 2025, the United States imposed a series of tariffs affecting imports from various countries, including the United Kingdom. Notably, a baseline tariff of 10% was applied to UK exports to...
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...