Operating System for PCRNs
The Research Governance Framework has led to the requirement for a more open and transparent way of carrying out studies, and the research community have had to follow new approval guidelines. A need was identified with in the Primary Care Research Network (PCRN) to provide an audit trail of all dept/network activity. In partnership with the PCRNs, NHS Innovations East Midlands and commercial partners North 51 Ltd., have designed and developed a web based operating system which meets the users requirements, tracks the progress and highlights any delays and of their research through the approval process.
The Research and Development Operating System for PCRNs (RaDOS™ PCRN) has moved a previously paper-based recording system to a technologically advanced IT operating system.
- RaDOS™ PCRN has been developed as a direct result of the networks needs. The approach to development has been reactive in terms of addressing specific needs in line with national changes and proactive in anticipating necessary requirements.
- Provides a more efficient and professional response to service users.
- Streamlines the way PCRNs operate and improve their effectiveness.
- Reduced duplication and errors within the process.
- Meets the growing demands of collecting information and reporting to a wide audience, including research active personnel, NHS management teams and DoH.
Mr Brian Hancock of NHS Nottinghamshire County developed this operating system. Developed in consultation with all of the national PCRNs (including Scotland and Wales), the secure web based application ensures all PCRN team members have instant access to the latest information about all research projects in their region. This ensures any of the workforce can answer enquiries in a consistent and professional manner. In addition RaDOS™ PCRN allows national data to be gathered by the UKCRN and automatic report generation.
The collaborative nature of the project has ensured that the RaDOS™ system has been adopted by the PCRNs and also is facilitating its diffusion through other specialist Research Networks.
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