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Digital dictation and speech recognition can be valuable tools for improving document management. Linda Davidson visits a trust that is making great strides with these technologies. The NHS is implementing new computer systems at an unprecedented rate. Some support is available from system suppliers but the NHS must ensure that the systems are fully supported on an on-going basis. More consumer-driven wireless developments are on the horizon as mobile technology enjoys wider adoption in healthcare. In a complex environment like healthcare, systems integration is bound to be high on the information technology agenda. A look into the latest technology and trends in this growing sector in healthcare. The NHS is embarking on its biggest data migration exercise ever, moving data from systems that have been in use for decade. How are Trusts likely to cope with this challenge and what will thay face? This Special Report on Education and Training reports on moves to introduce a more organised approach to training for health informatics staff also includes news from training organisations offering a huge variety of educational opportunities. |

