Digital technologies can enhance safety by ensuring that critical information is provided in a timely manner and by automating processes to make them more efficient while reducing the risk of error. However, with the increasing use of algorithms, AI, and other systems, it is essential that digital innovations are implemented safely to prevent unintended harm. The NHS is committed to fostering a culture of clinical safety as it moves towards the new government’s 10-year plan, which is set to be finalised in Spring 2025.
This award will go to an organisation, team or project that has gone above and beyond to both ensure the technologies used in health and care are safe, and then using them to further improve patient safety. Winners will display strong collaboration between different departments and stakeholders to ensure risks are understood and manage effectively, openness in sharing information, and iterative change based on learning from events.
Eligibility
- All NHS organisations (including providers, partnerships and systems), General Practice and primary care organisations.
- Evidence must relate to a project, ongoing or completed within the 2 years up until the award entry deadline.