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In this episode, I'm joined by Neil Morgan, Chief Analytics Officer at NHS Midlands & Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit, where he leads on business intelligence and analytics across Integrated Care Boards and partner organisations. Neil also wears another important hat — as Director of Advocacy & Strategy at AphA, the Association of Professional Healthcare Analysts. He's a passionate advocate...

In this episode of the NHS Fika Bites podcast, hosts John and Andy speak with Jon Rhodes, the Delivery Director at Paper, about digital transformation in healthcare. The conversation centres on: • Human-Centred Design in Digital Services: Jon and his team at Paper focus on designing digital healthcare services with people, not just for them, ensuring inclusivity and usability. • The Evolution of t...

In this episode of Fika Bites, hosts John and Andy sit down with Huw Davies from Davies Furlong Consulting to discuss the refreshed National Competency Framework for data professionals in healthcare. The conversation delves into the rapid evolution of data analytics, driven by machine learning, AI, and the increasing importance of data ethics and governance. Huw explains how the framework has evol...

Exclusive sneak preview with a very special guest—Ming Tang, Chief Data & Analytics Officer for NHS England on the NHS Data and Analytics Academy, set to launch in April 2025. - How are data and analytics transforming healthcare? - What exciting opportunities lie ahead for the next generation of talent? - How will the Academy support the career growth of future healthcare professionals?

In this episode of "Fika Bites," John and Andy discuss the expansion of the National Competency Framework for data and analytical professionals. Andy shares insights into their work to introduce four new roles—Data Ethicist, Data Governance Manager, Machine Learning Engineer, and Analytics Engineer—by refining role definitions, mapping career paths, and incorporating community feedback. Key points...

In this episode of "Fika Bites," hosts John and Andrew interview Sarah Blundell, a lead for Data and Analytical Development at NHS England, who discusses the development and goals of the Data Analytics Academy. Key points include: 1. Foundation and Link to the National Competency Framework 2. Structure and Accessibility 3. Four Pillars of Focus: o New Talent o Existing Workforce o Leadership Devel...

Thrilled to share Conor Moag’s inspiring journey in data analytics! On the latest episode of Fika Bites, Conor, a data engineer at Dorset County Hospital, discusses how the National Competency Framework (NCF) provided him with clarity, direction, and the tools to excel in his career. Through routine self-assessment and proactive planning, Conor has successfully navigated from Band 5 to Band 6 role...

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A conversation with Kayleigh Gleave, Data Quality Manager at North-West Ambulance Service NHS Trust, about how she’s using the National Competency Framework to drive her career forward. Kayleigh shares how this tool brings clarity to career paths, highlighting essential skills for growth, and discusses her vision for an app to update progress on the go. She also emphasises that this framework is v...

Marc dives into the evolving data landscape, sharing insights on the new roles, skills, and language shaping our field—think engineering, analysis, data science, and more. He explains how the new framework simplifies the hiring process, offering ready-to-use JDs, interview questions, and tools to build a smarter, more sophisticated development plan. 📈

In our 4th Fika Bites episode, we chat with Ruth Holland, Deputy CIO at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. Ruth shares why they adopted our framework early, focusing on workforce development & CPD. Discover how they’re driving data & analytics excellence!

Thrilled to welcome Sarah Blundell, Data & Analytics Lead at NHS England, for our 3rd #FikaBites series! 🙌 Sarah shares the 'why' behind the National Competency Framework—enabling consistent standards, skill assessments, and team growth. Plus, a sneak peek into the new Data Academy!

I'm thrilled to introduce Donna Hanson, Digital Skills Project Development Manager at Warrington and Halton Teaching NHS FT. Donna shares how she leveraged the Government's DDaT framework, blending key elements with local expertise and the passion from the NHSE Data & Analytics community to help shape the future of our job roles and profiles.

As we approach the first anniversary of the National Competency Framework's launch, I’m excited to introduce our new Fika bites series!

Ed talks about his vision for advanced analysis across a range of clinical, operational, and strategic priorities, helping decision-makers make better decisions. He talks about the challenge of ‘where would you begin’ and ‘how do you tackle that data challenge of volume and complexity’, both from NHS England's perspective and that of a Chief Analytical Officer (CAO) in an ICS or Trust.

AnalystX Fika podcast with Ayub Bhayat, Director of Data Services and Deputy Chief Data and Analytics Officer, NHS England.

Qian talks about how you can rapidly use process mining, to better understand and optimise your patient journey. Plus shares her insights for modernising the NHS and creating team success in high pressure programmes, by actively bringing onboard a wider range of skills, views and experiences as possible. The more diverse you can make your team, the better it will perform, and the importance of lis...

Fika Episode 40 With Jo Thompson by Stream DNA

Fika Episode 41 - Matt Hennessey by Stream DNA

Fika Episode 34 - Stephen Slough by Stream DNA

Fika Episode 33 - Kate Cheema by Stream DNA

Fika Episode 32 - Raymond Hounon by Stream DNA

Fika Episode 31 - Andy Kinnear by Stream DNA

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