Preparing for the ‘Social Care Winter’ by investing in your workforce.
November 22, 2023
Moving towards a digital way of working.
Less than 50% of care providers currently use a digital system. Let's look at some of the reasons why.
You must be working under a rock if you haven't heard of the digital changes coming to social care over the next decade.
The people at the heart of care white paper, released in 2021, emphasised the crucial need for digitalisation and effective data sharing between social care and healthcare based organisations. The paper highlighted the challenges faced by the healthcare sector, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need for greater collaboration between health and social care organisations. The paper called for the development of digital tools and systems to support the sharing of patient information between different healthcare providers. These tools would provide a holistic view of a patient’s care, leading to better outcomes and improved patient experience. Additionally, the paper calls for the increased use of technology to support remote care and enable individuals to take greater control of their care. The paper’s recommendations will help drive innovation and collaboration across the healthcare sector, leading to better outcomes for patients.
Planning is essential. Don't forget your Data Protection Impact Assessments too!
As you may already know, moving your social care data online can be quite a daunting task, especially if you are not sure where to begin. Your first step is to consider the various options available to you. You may be aware that currently, there are only a limited number of platforms commercially available to cater to your needs. However, the good news is that with the constant evolution and advancement in technology, this trend is expected to change in the near future. Therefore, it is crucial to remain informed and stay abreast with the latest innovations and trends in the market. You must ensure that you choose a platform that is tailored to your specific needs and requirements. Don’t hesitate to seek expert advice or consult other professionals in your line of work for guidance and support.
When it comes to handling customer data, a Data Protection Impact Assessment can provide an essential layer of protection. This process involves carefully evaluating any potential impact that data processing could have on your system and taking steps to identify and address any associated risks. To ensure the success of this assessment, it is crucial to communicate with your staff and provide them with relevant training, review your infrastructure and equipment (as recommended by your provider), and revisit your current policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Additionally, seeking professional guidance in areas where you lack experience or confidence—such as HR, digital data, and artificial intelligence—can be highly valuable. Taking these steps will help to ensure that your customers’ sensitive data remains private and secure, and can even boost your company’s reputation in the process.
We understand this list is just the tip of the iceberg. We could discuss digitalisation all day!
When you’re making the decision to shift towards a digital system, it’s important to take all necessary steps to safeguard the integrity of your sensitive data, such as social care records and customer and staff information. By doing so, you can protect yourself and your clients against any potential data breaches that could result in the loss of information or identity theft. Moreover, it is important to factor in the possibility of encountering frustrating configuration issues or technology incompatibilities. Not only is this a waste of time and resources, but it can also be quite discouraging.
However, there is a solution to these potential issues: our patent-pending Architecture digital social care planning and management system. Our team has worked tirelessly to create a user-friendly system that not only streamlines the process of transitioning to a digital system, but also ensures the highest level of data security and accuracy. We have paid close attention to every detail to ensure that your experience with our system is as efficient and reliable as possible. So, rest assured that by choosing our system, you’ll have access to the peace of mind and functionality you need to effectively manage your social care needs.
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