Leading workforce change in an era of digital transformation
16 April 2026
11:30 - 13:00
Online via Zoom
Digital
Overview
Expectations for digital transformation in the NHS have never been higher. The 10-year health plan places digital transformation at the centre, accelerating adoption of innovative technologies such as AI, enabling new models of neighbourhood care, and requiring a workforce that is confident and capable of using new digital tools. It is more important than ever that staff are supported with the skills, understanding and confidence needed to not be left behind.
As the pace of AI and digital innovation accelerates, how can boards ensure their workforce are fully equipped, engaged and supported to make the most of the technologies being implemented?
Join our next Digital Boards peer learning event, delivered in collaboration with NHS Confederation, where you'll hear insights from senior leaders on why workforce engagement is critical to successful digital transformation, and how they are navigating this challenge in practice.
Designed for NHS system, board and digital leaders, this session will provide practical learning, peer insight and increased confidence to lead your workforce through change.
Aims
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To build leaders’ understanding of how to support their workforce in an evolving digital agenda.
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To increase awareness of how development, training and organisational culture shape successful digital transformation.
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To share practical learning from peers on small steps that can be taken to bring the workforce on the digital transformation journey.
Agenda
Thursday 16 Apr
11:30Welcome from chair Layla McCay
11:40Presentation from Martin Dennys, deputy director of programme delivery, NHS England
Presentation one
Martin will discuss the need for workforce development in order to meet the requirements set out in the 10-year plan and provide insight into how leaders can realistically lead their workforce through change.
11:55Presentation from Matt Hennessey, chief intelligence and analytics officer, Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board
Presentation two
Matt will provide insights into how the system can support trusts which have recently deployed a digital solution and how they can successfully bring their workforce alongside them.
12:10Presentation from Anne Kinderlerer, chief of medicine - unplanned care, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
12:25Panel Q&A
12:55Wrap up and session close
Speakers
Layla McCay
Director of Policy, Improvement and Leadership
NHS Confederation
Matt Hennessey
Chief intelligence and analytics officer
Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board
Martin Dennys
Deputy director of programme delivery
NHS England
Dr Anne Kinderlerer
Chief of medicine, chair of unplanned care
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Who should attend
This event is designed for board members and digital leaders responsible for or interested in shaping their organisation's digital agenda.