Digital and data
Digital and data Fully realised digital transformation to support our patients and colleagues - driven by Epic
High level, 5-year ambition
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Become a fully integrated, digitally enabled organisation with reliable infrastructure and trusted data supporting safer, high-quality care.
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Implement, stabilise and optimise Epic as our core digital platform, aligned with south east London and national priorities.
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Use AI and automation in clinical and administrative work to reduce burden and support predictive, preventative care.
Patients will feel
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their care is joined‑up, safe and consistent across hospital, community and system partners and their data is secure
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they are more informed, involved and empowered through digital access to their records, appointments and care plans
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services are easier to access, more responsive and designed around their needs
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technology supports earlier intervention, and personalised, preventative care through innovative technologies such as wearables
TeamLGT will feel
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supported by a single, reliable electronic patient record (Epic) that reflects real-time clinical workflows and improves efficiency
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digital tools reduce duplication, administrative burden and frustration, freeing up time to provide or enable high-quality care
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confident and skilled in using digital systems, data and emerging technologies, particularly AI
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that clinical and operational leaders shape digital priorities and benefits are realised in everyday practice
How will we determine success?
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We are a paperless organisation except to meet accessible patient needs.
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Epic is fully implemented, stabilised and optimised, with legacy systems retired and workflows embedded across hospital and community services.
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Achieve HIMSS Level 7, the highest level of healthcare information digital management and security.
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Improved patient safety, experience and productivity measures linked to EPR use and optimisation.
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Positive colleague and patient feedback on digital experience, usability and impact.