The Laboratory Programme
Programme Background Expansion
The Laboratory Programme, under the governance of Technology and Transformation (formally eHealth) was established in 2021 following the cyber-attack, to advance, standardise and support key Laboratory ICT initiatives. The aim of this Programme is to provide a framework for laboratory services to engage with HSE Technology and Transformation and Acute Operations.
The Laboratory Programme is comprised of a diverse team of experienced healthcare professionals including Medical Scientists, Clinical Scientists, Data Analysts, ICT Technical Experts, Project Managers and Project Officers.
Overall programme strategy includes:
- Aligning objectives and strategy
- Improving system resilience and streamlining processes
- Maximising and consolidating available resources
- Realising benefits of outcomes with a national perspective
- Exploring long-term benefits to the organisation
- Supporting innovations and new capabilities
Current key projects include:
- MedLIS National Laboratory Information System
- LIS and hardware stabilisation of current LIS systems
- Compliance Management System Procurement
- eOrdering for GPs
- Anti-Coagulant Monitoring System Procurement
For more information contact: Thomas Walsh, Laboratory Programme Manager - thomasw.walsh@hse.ie