Innovators have until 31 March 2020 to submit their applications for a new TechForce19 competition launched by NHSX to help combat the effects of social isolation.
Following the testing period, NHSX and partners will identify the most appropriate route for further development in order to best help those in need. Innovators will be selected according to the feasibility of their solution, credibility of their company, impact and digital maturity.
Please note: The challenge is aimed at providing support in the community, and not looking at solutions that address clinical issues or need integration with NHS systems.
To qualify, innovators need to be targeting the following areas:
You can find more information about the challenge, as well as supplier guidance and the link to register your interest here.
This article was authored by Tom Russell, Programme Manager - Health and Social Care Team at TechUK, and originally posted here, on 23rd March 2020.
If you have a question about this opportunity, please contact Health and Social Care Programme Manager Tom Russell: tom.russell@techuk.org
Twitter - @TomPRM