As the NHS gains increased visibility into digital maturity and user experience, DMA findings signal where progress is needed

To misquote the incredible author George Orwell ‘Not all blogs are created personal, some are more personal than others’. This one very much falls into the latter category.

After a decade of nudging, pushing, persuading, and, at times, challenging the system, it’s striking to see something long advocated for finally come to fruition.

The recent announcement by NHS England and FedIP formalises the professional status for IT healthcare employees, outlining both qualifications and structure for membership. Andy Kinnear, ex NHS CIO and now independent consultant, is a former member of professional IT organisations; Assist, UKCHIP, BSC, BCS Health, CHIME and a founder member of FedIP, instrumental in the forming of NHS Digital Academy.