Welcome to the HTA
The Health Tech Alliance (HTA) is a coalition of leading HealthTech organisations, public and private health bodies, and key voices from across the NHS and the wider health system.
Health Tech Alliance Procurement Report
Unlocking Innovation: Recommendations for transforming NHS health tech procurement
“The NHS stands at a critical juncture. With unprecedented and growing pressures on our health services, there has never been a greater need to unlock the potential of health tech innovation,” comments Dame Barbara Hakin, HTA Chair and former Deputy Chief Executive of NHSE.
“Last week’s commitment to better value-based procurement practices in the 10 Year Plan is a vital step forward, reinforcing the need for a smarter, more strategic approach to equipping the NHS. Our report brings together the voices of clinicians, industry, and NHS leaders to provide a clear and practical roadmap for procurement reform – one that will prioritise high-impact technologies, deliver more value, and ultimately ensure better care for patients.
By supporting the adoption of evidence-based innovation and fostering closer collaboration between policymakers, the NHS, and the health tech sector, we have a unique opportunity to drive real, tangible progress for patients and the UK health tech sector alike. We thank our procurement workshop attendees for their invaluable contributions as we work towards a stronger, more sustainable future for our health system.”
“Innovative medical technologies are increasingly important in the drive for better patient outcomes. I am therefore delighted to chair the Health Tech Alliance which brings together medical technology, devices and diagnostics companies to work collaboratively with policymakers to ensure that vital innovation reaches patients”
Dame Barbara Hakin, Chair, Health Tech Alliance and former Deputy Chief Executive of NHS England
About Us
The HTA is a solutions-driven coalition dedicated to supporting the adoption of innovation across the health service. We believe the NHS – one of the world’s most unique, cradle-to-grave health systems – should be a testbed for innovation. When new technologies prove their value, they should be rapidly adopted across the system to enhance patient care and efficiency.
The HTA exists to foster collaboration across the entire health ecosystem. We work with game-changing innovators, procurement leaders, NHS management, clinicians, charities and policymakers to better understand the health system, challenge the status quo, and ultimately ensure that innovation reaches patients.
How We Make It Happen
Intelligence Sharing
Delivering critical insights and intelligence to support decision-making
Regular Member Meetings
Connecting key players in HealthTech, the NHS and wider health system
Annual Events Calendar
The HTA hosts regular exclusive events including conferences, networking, roundtables and more
Showcasing Innovation
Highlighting breakthrough technologies and solutions
Policy Engagement
We facilitate your organisation’s input on key regulatory and legislative discussions
Thought Leadership Content
We produce high-quality editorial content and welcome contributions from experts