Insights

NECSWS and Snook unite to put people-first design at the heart of public sector digital transformation

Medical Device Regulations

This paper explores the views of thought leaders on how registries can provide insight into the performance and safety of medical devices in the post Brexit landscape.

Supporting delivery of person-centred, outcome-focused care in Wales

See how NEC Software Solutions and PRO-MAPP are supporting an integrated approach to supporting people to better self-manage conditions and wider health needs

NEC Care wins HSE contract to provide diabetic retinopathy eye screening throughout Ireland

NEC Care, part of NEC Software Solutions (NECSWS) has been awarded the contract to become the HSE’s single provider of diabetic eye screening throughout the Republic of Ireland.

Under the new contract, NEC Care will now deliver diabetic eye screening services across 160 sites in all 26 counties in the Republic of Ireland.

Transforming NHS dentistry referrals across Shropshire and Staffordshire

Triage outpatient referrals without the admin

Triaging outpatient referrals takes time. Consultants and staff must grapple with a mix of national and local systems to find what they need, let alone make a decision. With elective care under pressure and in the midst of winter, routing people to the right place quickly is vital. Having a single point of triage can free up clinic space and save time.

How referral advice and guidance makes NEC Rego a powerful tool

Seeking referral advice and guidance from NHS specialists relieves the pressure on hospitals and improves the patient experience. It helps to ensure that people get the right care first time. In this article, we explain how NEC Rego is helping commissioners and clinicians across North London to transform the referral process for all.

How NHS referral optimisation systems are helping to cut waiting lists

NHS referral optimisation systems are boosting capacity in outpatient services by cutting down on admin. By giving GPs and consultants everything they need to manage referrals seamlessly, these systems are freeing up more time for patients and improving their experience too.

Tackling health inequality in screening is about putting patients first

Tackling health inequality is every commissioner’s goal, but Covid-19 made the challenge even harder. Screening services are no exception, and it means providers must get creative to reach every patient they can. Louise Stevens, one of our screening programme leads, explains the importance of understanding the barriers people face before you can start breaking them down.

Meet Karen Reece, Head of Patient Services at NEC

Karen Reece took over responsibility for NEC’s patient services in December 2022. Her team delivers managed screening services across the UK and Ireland, including newborn hearing tests and regular eye screening for people with diabetes. Six months in, we asked Karen about her first impressions, her team, the challenges facing screening programmes and how she’s gearing up for the future.

How extending participant choice with online booking saves time

Having lots of choices can sometimes seem like a bad thing. But in our experience, it’s what participants need. In fact, when it comes to making (and keeping) diabetic eye screening appointments, giving people as much choice as possible works wonders. It means less chasing, fewer phone calls and better attendance rates. And best of all, it means reduced risk of sight loss.