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Introducing ParkHill’s Specialist IT Audit Service The NHS is changing the way it works. New computer systems and services are being developed to deliver the vision of a more modern, efficient, patient-led health service. This includes introducing IT systems which link GPs and community services to hospitals, and enable the electronic transmission of prescriptions. This multi-billion pound investment in infrastructure aims to improve patient care by enabling NHS staff to increase their efficiency and effectiveness. NHS organisations should be mindful that as a result of this increased reliance on IT, the consequences of technical problems can be particularly devastating, including total loss of service due to systems failure, and loss or disclosure of confidential patient information. In order to control these risks and provide assurance on the integrity of an organisation’s IT systems, specialised IT audits are recommended.
How ParkHill Can Help ParkHill’s specialist IT audit service ensures that our client’s risk profile for information management and IT hardware, software and network infrastructure is effectively controlled. Our service quickly contributes to the development and maintenance of secure IT and information assets. ParkHill’s dedicated team of professionally qualified computer auditors have the skills and experience to appraise a full spectrum of standard and bespoke IT hardware and software covering business and clinical systems. Our strong track record in NHS information management and technology is evident from our broad client base spanning a range of NHS care settings.
Our Approach Developed and fine-tuned over many years of working in the NHS, ParkHill’s approach to providing a computer audit service is comprehensive and methodical. This includes: ▪ Familiarisation with the client’s IT systems, strategies, policies and procedures ▪ Using this insight to perform a meaningful needs and risk assessment. The risk assessment includes compiling an “audit universe” of application systems, infrastructure components, and IT projects to be audited ▪ Making recommendations for an annual plan, which is developed, discussed and agreed with management ▪ Individual audit assignments are planned in detail, with the scope, objectives and approach clearly defined, and the audit brief is formally agreed before work commences
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Our Approach (cont.) ▪ Regular management updates through written reports and meetings to discuss the progress of the work and any new developments and issues that may arise ▪ Production of a clear and comprehensive audit report including detailed recommendations and findings and an action plan
Why Choose ParkHill Originally formed from the merger of Parkside and Hillingdon Health Trust Audit Departments, ParkHill is now one of the largest public sector in-house internal audit agencies in the country. ParkHill’s team bring extensive experience of both IT and internal audit in the NHS. This substantial hands-on experience is backed up by knowledge of theory and best practice gained through professional qualifications including CISA, QICA, CPFA and PIIA. Staff are assigned to specific audits on the basis of the experience and specialist knowledge required, ensuring an appropriate skills mix. ParkHill’s strong background in the NHS allows our auditors to add value beyond the audit itself by providing support on specific strategic and operational IT projects. This includes IT strategy development, guidance on the deployment of new technologies, and providing advice on the procurement and implementation of IT systems.
Next Steps For more information about ParkHill’s Specialist IT Audit service or an informal discussion about your needs, please contact: Geoff Anderson - Director of Computer Services on 020 8869 7433. or alternatively email us
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