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We’re delighted to announce that Tom Laffan has been appointed as the HSE’s Chief Data & Analytics Officer (CDAO). This appointment highlights the HSE’s continued focus on making better use of health data to support patients, staff, and services.

The HSE Technology and Transformation division is pleased to announce that the EU Council has officially adopted the Regulation on the European Health Data Space (EHDS), marking a significant milestone in advancing digital health and cross-border health data exchanges.

Planning career progression in IT project management can be a structured and rewarding journey. For IT professionals interested in project management, building a roadmap with clear goals, acquiring key skills, and staying adaptable can make the difference between a plateaued career and one that steadily progresses.

The Health Service Executive (HSE) is at the forefront of a transformative journey to deliver the Digital for Care 2030 strategy. Central to this vision is ensuring that our digital services are seamless, secure, and connected, empowering both patients and providers alike.

The Technology and Transformation Community Business Analysis (BA) team, in collaboration with Our Lady’s Hospice and Care Services and Milford Care Centre, hosted a Specialist Palliative Care (SPC) Workshop on 11th December 2024, at the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise.

The CARE Virtual Ward in Donegal opened for admission on November 19th 2023 and is a pioneering initiative under the Sláintecare programme, offering a 20-bedded virtual ward that brings healthcare closer to patients in their own homes.

The HealthIRL migration started out pre COVID, pre-Cyber, pre-Windows 10 as the One Programme or sometimes One UID with the purpose of creating a single digital identity for HSE staff.

The Sláintecare Transformation and Innovation Office (STIO) has recently joined the Technology and Transformation team, bringing its expertise in healthcare reform, innovation, and governance. Working closely with the Department of Health, STIO drives key initiatives while fostering collaboration and accountability.

The Business Operations team All Staff Day took place in the Ashling Hotel on the 6th November, 2024. The theme for the day was “Evolving and Solving” and the department met with the purpose of reflecting on their achievements and building a road map for the future.

In the fast-paced environment of healthcare, where every second counts, it's easy to overlook the silent cyber threat lurking in the digital shadows. As the HSE continues to embrace digital transformation, the importance of cybersecurity awareness cannot be overstated.