An EPR project requires significant time and financial investment, and getting it right the first time is crucial. A new, practical guide from System C aims to assist you in deciding what is important when making your decision.
Procuring and implementing an EPR system is a complex and demanding task that goes beyond software and technology. It is a large-scale clinical transformation project that is about people, processes and cultural change. Success depends on buy-in from across your trust and a close partnership with your EPR supplier.
Partnerships between NHS organisations and suppliers often span at least 10 years, so it is essential to choose an EPR supplier based on long-term goals, not short-term fixes. An EPR should continue to support you in delivering better patient outcomes.
Before diving into the technical details of your solution, focus on the key challenges you’re trying to solve. Understanding your core objectives and placing them at the heart of the procurement process is the key to keeping everyone focused on outcomes rather than technical minutiae.
Other key areas covered by the guide include how to ensure patient safety, usability and value for money, as well as future-proofing your investment.
