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Explore NHS finance and procurement articles covering digital transformation, reporting, and industry insights.

Shaped by NEP specialists working directly with NHS organisations, our insights are grounded in real-world experience, helping you navigate challenges, improve processes, and make informed decisions.

Upskilling While Working: Lynsey’s Apprenticeship Journey at NEP

13/02/2025

Lynsey’s apprenticeship journey at NEP demonstrates how flexible learning and ongoing support can enable career progression alongside a full-time role. By completing her CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership, she developed the skills and confidence to take on new responsibilities and grow within the organisation.

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From Apprentice to Systems Support Lead: Adam’s NEP Journey

11/02/2025

Adam’s journey from apprentice to Systems Support Lead at NEP highlights how hands-on experience, mentorship and structured learning can support long-term career progression. Starting in Business Administration, he developed key skills and built a successful career within the NHS.

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From Criminology to Creativity: Zahra’s Apprenticeship Journey at NEP.

10/02/2025

Zahra shares her experience at NEP, reflecting on her professional development, the challenges she has overcome and the skills she has gained. Her journey highlights the value of a supportive, forward-thinking environment in building a successful career.

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End of an Era: Christine Hall retires after 23 years of leadership at NEP.

10/12/2024

The December 2024 edition of HFMA Magazine reflects on the career and retirement of NEP’s Managing Director, Christine Hall, recognising her leadership and lasting impact on NHS finance, procurement and digital transformation. It also highlights NEP’s continued commitment to innovation and collaboration across the NHS.

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NEP and GHX Partnership Delivers Transformative NHS Catalogue Solution

21/11/2024

A new partnership between NEP and GHX is transforming NHS procurement through a next-generation catalogue solution. By improving data accuracy, increasing automation and strengthening control, the collaboration is helping organisations streamline purchasing and enhance supply chain efficiency.

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NEP Sustainability and the importance of an integral ERP Solution

23/07/2024

Featured in the July 2024 edition of HFMA Magazine, this article explores the importance of integrated finance and procurement systems across the NHS. It highlights how NEP Cloud supports organisations to maximise existing technology, improve efficiency and deliver better data-driven decision-making.

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NEP Cloud – Paving the way in Peppol

25/04/2024

NEP is supporting the adoption of Peppol standards across the NHS, helping to improve procurement efficiency, transparency and interoperability. This article highlights how NEP Cloud enables seamless digital transactions and supports more connected, future-ready healthcare supply chains.

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NEP Cloud, The NHS’ own ‘True’ Cloud Solution.

25/04/2024

NEP Cloud is a fully managed, NHS-owned cloud platform designed to support digital infrastructure across the NHS. This article explores how it delivers secure, scalable and cost-effective services, enabling real-time access to data and supporting innovation across healthcare organisations.

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Spotlight on NEP

15/12/2023

This Spotlight on NEP report highlights how the organisation is driving innovation across NHS finance, procurement and shared services. It explores key achievements, digital transformation initiatives and how NEP delivers measurable value through collaboration and technology.

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