The New NHS Financial Battleground…

At NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS), we believe now is the time for bold, system-wide thinking. Rather than building fragmented solutions in silos, we need shared platforms that can support the whole NHS — helping everyone move forward, together.

Invest Once, Benefit Everyone: Why Shared Services Are Key to NHS Digital Progress

At NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS), we believe now is the time for bold, system-wide thinking. Rather than building fragmented solutions in silos, we need shared platforms that can support the whole NHS — helping everyone move forward, together.

Surgical Robots: Revolutionising Healthcare in the NHS

In recent years, the use of surgical robots has been transforming the landscape of healthcare. These advanced technologies are not only enhancing surgical procedures, but they are also offering improved outcomes for patients and healthcare professionals alike. In this blog, I exp...

Lessons in NHS Efficiency from Team GB Cyclists

For the NHS, that pressure is now even sharper. Alongside ongoing national reforms, NHS trusts have been instructed to dramatically reduce corporate spending, pushing organisations to find new ways to deliver more for less. “No extra money without reform,” as Sir Keir Starmer...

20 Years of NHS SBS:
From Bold Beginnings to a Transformative Force in Healthcare

Reaching 20 years in business is no small feat, particularly in the dynamic healthcare sector. The organisation I chair, NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) exemplifies resilience, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership. Our journey highlights adaptability, vision, and a st...

My journey to understanding Neurodivergence

NHS SBS has awarded a framework that supports relevant authorities in building capacity in the Mental Health sector. Our Framework Agreement facilitates an efficient and cost-effective route to market for a range of services provided by Independent Healthcare Providers.

How to design and build a mental health inpatient unit that improves patient outcomes

In our recent webinar, we heard from Marc Reed, Associate Director of Capital, Estates & Facilities at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust and Andrew Arnold, Director/Architect at Gilling Dod Architects

Why robust interpretation and translation services are vital for the NHS

In celebration of English Language Day, we’re looking at the importance of ensuring that NHS care providers can communicate effectively with patients of all languages, to remove barriers that can impact patient care. 

Making the shift from analogue to digital

With over 1.5 million employees, the NHS faces a complex challenge in managing recruitment, training, performance, payroll, and staff development. Technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming workforce management, reducing the amount of time spen...