01 July 2020
Organisation appoints first chief information officer
NHS Resolution has announced that it has recently appointed Niamh McKenna as the organisation’s first chief information officer.
NHS Resolution holds a unique place in the healthcare system and is embarking on an ambitious strategy to transform the way in which the data they hold is used to drive improvements in healthcare and the resolution of concerns.
Niamh joins NHS Resolution from Accenture where, as managing director for the health practice, she led a range of innovative programmes, helping healthcare clients to realise the potential of technology to improve outcomes for patients. As NHS Resolution embarks on a major programme to enhance technological capability, Niamh brings invaluable experience to their mission, having spent over 25 years leading technology change in a diverse range of industries across the world.
Helen Vernon, chief executive at NHS Resolution said: ‘We are delighted to welcome Niamh to the NHS Resolution team where she will lead an exciting programme of work to use technology to release the power of the data we hold.
‘Niamh’s extensive experience in driving innovative yet practical technology change will help us to make a difference in the work that we do to deliver improvements to NHS patients and those who care for them. We are looking forward to working with her as we embark on this important next phase of our strategy.’
Niamh commented: ‘I am absolutely delighted to be joining NHS Resolution at this pivotal time. The work they do is so important to the health system, and it is a privilege to be supporting their mission of resolving concerns and sharing learning. I am looking forward to joining the team and helping them on their transformation journey.’
Niamh is due to take up her appointment in August.
