Date(s):
Thursday 17 December 2026, 12pm - 1pm
Location: Online - MS Teams
Organised by: Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex, Health Innovation South West, Health Innovation West Midlands, and Health Innovation West of England
Event summary
Part of the ‘Unlocking the NHS: From concept to contract’ webinar series, designed specifically for health innovators.
Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex, Health Innovation South West, Health Innovation West Midlands, and Health Innovation West of England, are collaborating to deliver a dynamic series of lunchtime webinars designed specifically for health innovators. This programme will provide practical guidance on navigating the NHS landscape, strengthening your innovation offer, and successfully scaling within the health system.
Each session will feature real-life case studies and success stories from innovators who have worked with the NHS, alongside insights from commissioners and system partners wherever possible. The series aims to equip attendees with actionable knowledge, helping them translate ideas into impactful, sustainable healthcare solutions.
Webinar 4: Procurement and financial flows in the NHS
Understanding procurement and financial processes is key to entering the NHS market. This session will demystify how funding flows and how procurement works in practice.
Key discussion points:
- The basics of NHS procurement processes
- Common procurement routes and frameworks
- How financial flows operate within the NHS
- Practical tips for navigating purchasing systems
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