Are you a supplier looking to break into the NHS market?
You may have heard of, or been asked to supply evidence of your compliance with the Digital Technology Assessment Criteria – called DTAC for short… But what exactly is it, and how can it help you stand out?
Let’s dive in and find out!
What is DTAC?
DTAC is a gold standard checklist for digital health technologies wanting to enter the UK Health and Social Care market. It is a required component of NHS procurement, and having it ready can give you a head start against your competitors.
It ensures that any tech used in the NHS meets top-notch standards in clinical safety, data protection, cyber security, interoperability and accessibility.
Think of it as the evidence needed to prove your product is safe, secure, and effective for use in healthcare.
How can DTAC help you?
Meeting DTAC requirements can be a game-changer for your business. It shows NHS buyers that your product is reliable and trustworthy.
Plus, it can make your technology more attractive, potentially boosting your market share. Who wouldn’t want that?
The DTAC Assessment Process
The DTAC assessment is pretty thorough. You’ll need to meet several prerequisites like DCB0129, the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT), Penetration Testing and Cyber Essentials certification.
The DTAC form can be found on the NHS Website. There are 68 questions to complete. This may seem daunting – but if you need assistance then health tech compliance support companies, like BMS Digital Safety, can help!
As a minimum you’ll need a Clinical Safety Officer to support with your DCB 0129 compliance and Clinical Safety Assessment.
How BMS Digital Safety Can Help
This is where BMS Digital Safety comes in.
Our team of experienced, multidisciplinary Clinical Safety Officers (CSOs) can guide you through the DTAC process. We’ve got a wealth of knowledge and experience, and we’ve even written a blog on DCB0129, which is one of the key standards you’ll need to meet.
Read our previous blog about DCB 0129 to find out more.
Our CSOs know that clinical safety is not just about ticking boxes. They bring a deep understanding of clinical practice and digital health, ensuring that your product is safe and effective. They can help you with everything from clinical risk management to clinical incident monitoring.
We can also help you meet your requirements for Penetration Testing and certification in Cyber Essentials and the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT).
DTAC sorted!
Recommended Evidence for DTAC Assessment
While there’s no fixed list of documents for DTAC, here are some key items you’ll need:
1. Project Initiation Documents, Statement of Intended Use, User Journeys
2. DCB 0129 Clinical Risk Management File
3. Test plan & reports
4. Medical Device certification and/or conformity assessment.
5. Information Commissioner’s Registration & Self-Assessment Outcome Tool
6. Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) & Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) Documents
7. External Penetration Test Report & Cyber Essentials Certification
8. WCAG Certification
Take home message…
DTAC isn’t just a hurdle to jump over; it’s an opportunity to demonstrate your product’s quality and safety.
With the help of BMS Digital Safety and our expert CSOs, you can navigate the DTAC process smoothly and confidently. So, let’s get started and make your technology a standout in the NHS!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance.
We’re here to help you succeed!