Embraces digital change
On this page you'll find links to resources to help you embrace digital change.
Select your current capability level to jump to aligned resources:
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Not at Level 1
Embraces digital change
Not at Level 1 - I need to know more about why digital change is necessary and how I can help make sure it is successful within my organisation.
Watch this short video which explores the potential of digitally enhanced health and social care services:
Coalition of Care & Support Providers in Scotland (CCPS) - Brave New World
For some examples of how digital change has benefitted staff and residents in a care setting, watch this short video: TSA and Skills for Care - Embracing a Digital Future for Care Workforce and Residents
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often described as ‘the next big thing’ in technology evolution, and the media often reports on the various transformative opportunities it offers for health and social care services. This short video explains exactly what AI is and where it might already be featuring in your everyday life: Good Things Foundation - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
For further resources, visit the Innovation & Service Improvement page of the Digital and Data Resource Hub.
Level 1
Embraces digital change
Level 1 - I understand why digital change is necessary. I am aware when it is happening within my organisation and am able to follow instructions to make sure it is a success.
Learn about some of the environmental and sustainability benefits digital change can have in health and social care, read this short article: Pogo Digital Healthcare - Digital: The Future of Sustainable Healthcare
To find out about digital change in your organisation, try some of these ideas:
- Find out if your organisation has a digital strategy.
- Speak to your line manager to ask about any digital changes already happening or planned for your team.
- Check if your organisation has a digital champions group that you can get involved in.
For further resources, visit the Innovation & Service Improvement page of the Digital and Data Resource Hub.
Level 2
Embraces digital change
Level 2 - I am keen to embrace digital changes. I like to be an early adopter and am happy to provide constructive feedback to ensure success.
Being proactive with technical innovations is about curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take action. Read this article to explore some straightforward steps and practical examples: LinkedIn - How to Be Proactive with Technical Innovations: Simple Steps for Success…
To stay up to date with digital change and innovation across the health and social care landscape, you can sign up to the regular King's Fund Digital Health Digest email: Subscribe Here. The King's Fund are an organisation who work to inspire improvements in health and social care. Find out more about them using this link: About Us.
To ensure that you are aware of the digital changes within your own organisation, you should:
- Familiarise yourself with your organisation's digital strategy. If your organisation doesn't have one, speak to senior leaders about this opportunity.
- Get involved with any digital changes happening within your team or organisation. What can you do to support these and build enthusiasm amongst colleagues?
- Engage with your organisation's digital champions programme. If there isn't already a digital champion's programme, is this something you could work with others to establish? Have a look at these resources to inspire you: NHS Education for Scotland (NES) - Digital Champion Networks
For further resources, visit the Innovation & Service Improvement page of the Digital and Data Resource Hub. You may also be interested in applying for the Digital Health and Care Leadership Programme (DLP) which aims to maximise the potential of digital solutions to benefit people.
Level 3
Embraces digital change
Level 3 - I am able to lead on digital change as it applies to my role, volunteering to test new systems, tools, or processes where possible, championing their use, and supporting others through change.
Explore this collection of key strategies, documents and videos that support understanding and knowledge to help you develop as a digital leader: NHS Education for Scotland (NES) - Leading in a Digital Age Resources
To connect with others across the sector who are leading on digital change, use this link to sign up to the Digital Leaders Network. The network is intended to be a discussion space for peer learning, support, training opportunities and events aimed at growing digital leadership capability across the sector: NHS Education for Scotland (NES) - Join Our Networks
To be able to lead on digital change, it is vital you maintain your current awareness of innovation opportunities as they apply across health and social care. Explore the following links to help you do this:
- NHS Scotland - Accelerated National Innovation Adoption (ANIA) Pathway
- Scottish Government - CivTech Programme
For further resources, visit the Innovation & Service Improvement page of the Digital and Data Resource Hub. You may also be interested in applying for the Digital Health and Care Leadership Programme (DLP) which aims to maximise the potential of digital solutions to benefit people.
