‘Unlocking the NHS: From Concept to Contract’ webinar series

Our ‘Unlocking the NHS: From Concept to Contract’ webinar series is 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 1: 16th July – Introduction to the NHS Marketplace
This opening session provides a foundational overview of how the NHS operates as a marketplace and what innovators need to know to engage effectively.

Webinar 2: 24th September – Developing Your Value Proposition
A strong value proposition is essential for success. This session will guide innovators in clearly articulating the benefits of their solutions.

Webinar 3: TBC – Generating Your Evidence – A Guide to Real-World Evaluation
Evidence is critical when working with the NHS. This session will explore how to design and deliver robust evaluation strategies.

Webinar 4: TBC – 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.

Webinar 5: TBC – Funding and Investment Options
This webinar focuses on the financial pathways available to support innovation development and adoption.

Webinar 6: TBC – Scaling and Growing Your Business
The final session looks at how to expand and sustain innovation within the NHS and beyond.

This lunchtime webinar series offers a unique opportunity to gain practical, insider knowledge from across the NHS innovation ecosystem—supporting innovators at every stage of their journey.