Care Software Implementation: How to manage data migration, training and staff adoption
Digital care management software can help providers improve care planning, reduce administration, strengthen oversight and give staff quicker access to important information. But introducing new technology into a care environment brings particular challenges. Care cannot stop while information is transferred between systems. Staff need to understand new processes without compromising their responsibilities to residents and […]
Care Management Software: What care providers should compare
Digital technology now touches almost every part of care delivery. Care plans can be updated electronically. Staff can record observations at the point of care. Medication systems can support administration and auditing. Rostering software can coordinate teams across multiple locations, while managers can use dashboards to monitor quality, staffing and operational performance. But that breadth […]
October 2026 is Software Month on Care Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Care Briefing we shine a spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and this October we’ll be focusing on Computer Software solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Software […]
SOFTWARE MONTH: How workforce management tools help tackle staffing challenges in care homes
Recruitment and retention continue to be some of the most pressing challenges in the UK’s care sector. Persistent staffing shortages, rising agency costs, and increasing regulatory pressure have left many providers searching for smarter, more sustainable ways to manage their workforce. Now, a growing number of care home operators are turning to digital workforce management […]
How Care Home Analytics Software Can Improve Performance and Benchmark Outcomes
The care sector is under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality care while managing tight budgets, workforce shortages and growing regulatory demands. As a result, many providers are turning to care analytics software and data analytics platforms that transform operational and clinical information into actionable insights. Data-driven decision making is no longer the preserve of large […]
SOFTWARE MONTH: Protecting resident data in an increasingly digital-first sector
The social care sector is embracing digital transformation at pace. From electronic care records to IoT-enabled monitoring, technology is becoming integral to how care homes deliver safer, more efficient services. But with digitisation comes new risks. In 2025/26, cybersecurity is one of the most urgent challenges for care home leaders, as they strive to protect […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Amba – Enabling more responsive, personalised and responsive care
At Amba we help our clients achieve measurable outcomes that improve care quality and financial performance. Our clients experience reduced falls, fewer hospitalisations, savings in operating costs, and increased revenue from higher occupancy and new wellness services. Amba achieves these results by unobtrusively gathering and analysing data on residents’ health, wellness, and safety. Using discreet, […]
If you specialise in Software for care homes we want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in October we’ll be focusing on Software. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Software and would […]
Using Remote Monitoring Software to Improve Care Home Management
Care home facilities are constantly looking for innovative ways to enhance the quality of care provided to residents. One such advancement that has made waves in the sector is adopting remote monitoring software to improve resident safety, deliver more personalised care and support better operational decision-making. This technology has brought about a transformative change, enabling […]
How to effectively implement new software solutions in care home settings
The integration of technology into the care sector has the potential to revolutionise operations, improve the quality of care, and streamline administrative processes. For Care Home Managers contemplating the adoption of software solutions, the stakes are high. Here’s a guide to the pivotal considerations, based on input from Care Forum delegates and suppliers… Understand Specific […]