Preparing for Future NHS Digital and Interoperability Requirements
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NHS digital requirements are not static. Providers are increasingly assessed on their ability to adapt as systems, standards and expectations evolve.
Future readiness is becoming a key indicator of whether providers are seen as long-term partners within Integrated Care Systems.
This links closely with tender strategy and continuous improvement.
Why future readiness matters to commissioners
Commissioners want confidence that providers can:
- Adapt to new digital standards
- Respond to system-wide change
- Invest proportionately and sustainably
Short-term fixes are viewed as a risk.
Common future challenges providers face
Providers often struggle with:
- Legacy systems that limit integration
- Unclear digital roadmaps
- Underinvestment in skills and capacity
These issues limit long-term viability.
What commissioners expect to see
Commissioners look for evidence of:
- Clear digital development plans
- Awareness of national and local priorities
- Engagement with system partners
This demonstrates strategic alignment.
Embedding improvement into everyday operations
Future-ready providers:
- Regularly review system performance
- Seek staff and partner feedback
- Plan incremental improvements
Change is managed rather than reactive.
Working with suppliers and system partners
Commissioners expect providers to:
- Engage proactively with system platforms
- Avoid closed or inflexible solutions
- Balance innovation with stability
This supports whole-system progress.
What good looks like to ICS leaders
High-performing providers can articulate:
- A clear digital direction of travel
- Realistic, funded improvement plans
- Commitment to system-wide goals
Future readiness strengthens long-term commissioner confidence.
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