Join us for the launch of techUK's latest flagship report: What should Integrated Care Systems prioritise to make digital, data and technology work for them and their populations?
The report explores the opportunity presented by the move to create Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) and to place them on statutory footing as of 1 July 2022. This transition provides new opportunities to accelerate the digital transformation of health and care and to make sure these sectors are using the best products and services possible to deliver better outcomes for citizens.
In this report, we take a look at five areas where we think ICSs can make a significant impact in driving progress, following on from the publication of our Ten Point Plan for Healthtech, published in February 2021. We have focused on ‘starting with the why’, looking first at the problem in question rather than trying to find a product that, while excellent, may not meet the needs of an ICS population.
The NHS and social care must seize this opportunity to foster innovation and rethink the current approach to digital transformation, supported by the UK government in its ambition to make the UK a global science superpower, turning world-leading science and ideas into solutions for the public good.
Agenda
10:00 - 10:15 Introduction from Leontina Postelnicu, Head of Health & Social Care at techUK
10:15 - 10:45 Panel event with Kewsi Afful, Assistant Director of Programmes, NHS England, James Reed, Chair of the Digital Health CCIO Network, and the Chair and Vice-Chairs of techUK's Health & Social Care Council
10:45 - 11:00 Q&A
You can read the report here:
techUK has published a new report – Right from the Start: What should Integrated Care Systems prioritise to make digital, data and technology work for them and their populations? - highlighting the key areas in which Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) can make a significant impact in driving progress on the most pressing issues facing the service at the moment: tackling the backlog, addressing health inequalities, and the need to improve patient outcomes and staff experience.
The recommendations focus on:
- Putting the who before the how: helping citizens take control of their health and care
- Putting the why before the what: embedding demand-signalling within each ICS
- Putting outcomes before processes: fostering innovation through procurement
- Prioritising interoperability and data: driving long-term transformation
- Working together: creating an open and transparent environment for collaboration
Alex Lawrence
Alex Lawrence
Alex joined techUK in July 2021 as Programme Manager for Health and Social Care. Since July 2023 Alex has led the Programme.
Alex formerly worked at Portland Communications, joining as part of their 2019 Graduate Scheme intake. In March 2020 she joined Portland’s Health team, supporting a range of clients in the life sciences industry across both public affairs and strategic communications.
Alex has a degree in History from the University of Cambridge, focussing on Early Modern Europe and material culture. Outside of work she enjoys reading, finding new places to eat, and running.
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- linkedin.com/in/alex-lawrence-509a8b166
Robert Walker
Robert Walker
Robert joined techUK in October 2022, where he is now Programme Manager for Health and Social Care.
Robert previously worked at the Pension Protection Fund, within the policy and public affairs team. Prior to this, he worked at the Scottish Parliament, advising politicians and industry stakeholders on a wide range of issues, including rural crime and health policies.
Robert has a degree in Politics and International Relations (MA Hons) from the University of Aberdeen, with a particular focus on strategic studies and energy security. Outside of work he enjoys activities such as running, rugby, boxing and cooking!
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Viola Pastorino
Viola Pastorino
Viola Pastorino is a policy, governance, and strategic communication specialist.
She joined techUK as the Junior Programme Manager in the Health and Care Team in April 2024.
She has obtained a Bachelor of Sciences in Governance, Economics, and Development from Leiden University, and a Master's programme in Strategic Communications at King's College London. Her academic background, leading up to a dissertation on AI policy influence and hands-on campaign development, is complemented by practical experience in international PR and grassroots project management.
She is skilled in qualitative and quantitative analysis and comfortable communicating findings to varying stakeholders. Above all, she is deeply passionate about the intersection of technology and government, especially how technology and global discourse shape one another, the processes that lead to belief polarisation and radicalisation of communities, and crafting strategic narratives that steer public discourse.
Outside of work she loves reading, live music light operation, and diving.
Clara Hewitt
Clara Hewitt
Clara joined techUK in October 2023. She brings experience across a range of domestic and global health issues, with particular focus on digital health, HIV/AIDS and climate change and health.
Clara holds an MSc in Global Health and Development (University College London) and a BSc in Psychology (University of Birmingham).
Georgina Maratheftis
Georgina Maratheftis
Georgina is techUK’s Associate Director for Local Public Services
Georgina works with suppliers that are active or looking to break into the market as well as with local public services to create the conditions for meaningful transformation. techUK regularly bring together local public services and supplier community to horizon scan and explore how the technologies of today and tomorrow can help solve some of the most pressing problems our communities face and improve outcomes for our people and places.
Prior to techUK, Georgina worked for a public policy events company where she managed the policy briefing division and was responsible for generating new ideas for events that would add value to the public sector. Georgina worked across a number of portfolios from education, criminal justice, and health but had a particular interest in public sector transformation and technology. Georgina also led on developing relationships across central and local government.
If you’d like to learn more about techUK, or want to get involved, get in touch.
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- 020 7331 2029
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- @GeorginaMarath
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Ileana Lupsa
Ileana Lupsa
Ileana Lupsa is the Programme Manager for Local Public Services and Nations and Regions, at techUK.
Ileana studied electronics, telecommunications and IT as an undergraduate, followed by an MSc in engineering and project management at Coventry University.
She refined her programme management expertise through her most recent roles working in the automotive industry.
Ileana is passionate about sustainability and creating a positive impact globally through innovation.
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- @IleanaLupsa
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- www.techUK.org
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