Digital transformation is rapidly reshaping health and care services across the UK. With growing pressures on the workforce, limited resources, and increasing demands for improved services, there is an urgent need for strategic innovation in the management of both staff and resources. This interactive session provides an in-depth exploration of how digital technologies, data integration, and effective change management can help create a more agile, sustainable, and empowered NHS workforce.
Attendees will be given a clear context on the current national priorities driving NHS digital transformation, alongside a practical overview of the challenges and opportunities involved in advancing workforce and resource management. The event is designed for healthcare leaders, digital strategists, policy professionals, and service managers who are committed to achieving measurable change through technology.
Overview of Key Themes
1. Workforce Efficiency, Wellbeing and Digital Literacy
The session addresses the transformative impact of digital and artificial intelligence solutions on staff scheduling, workflow automation, and reducing administrative pressures. Particular emphasis will be placed on supporting staff wellbeing and embedding digital literacy to ensure the safe and effective adoption of new technologies.
2. Resource Optimisation and Data Integration
Attendees will explore how real-time data platforms, digital tools, and improved analytics are enabling smarter use of NHS resources. The discussion will cover successful strategies for breaking down data silos, improving care coordination, increasing productivity, and overcoming ongoing challenges around system interoperability and data security.
3. Change Management and Sustainability
The agenda concludes with a focus on scaling and sustaining digital innovation, featuring a practical discussion of leadership, collaboration, funding, and methods for evaluation. Delegates will consider strategies to build digital readiness, support positive culture change, and deliver sustainable benefits in light of future policy and funding realities.
Participants will come away with a well-rounded understanding of how scaling, integrating, and leading with digital innovation can position the NHS to thrive in a demanding and continually evolving healthcare landscape.
Health and Social Care Programme activities
techUK is helping its members navigate the complex space of digital health in the UK to ensure our NHS and social care sector is prepared for the challenges of the future. We help validate new ideas and build impactful strategies, ultimately ensuring that members are market-ready. Visit the programme page here.
Upcoming events
Latest news and insights
Learn more and get involved
Health and Social Care updates
Sign-up to get the latest updates and opportunities from our Health and Social Care programme.
