Use of new technologies in public health practice
New technologies mean more tools are available to staff working in public health practice, and in particular new data has revolutionised what people are able to do at a local level. People are now much less likely to work in the office, and there is a sense that specialists in some places may become increasingly connected but not in one location. IT could help offer greater choice and more effective ways to engage with communities.
Flexible working may more likely be felt by universities and Public Health England (PHE), while local authorities will continue to work closely with particular communities, meaning flexible working may have less of an effect.
The use of technology may also be imposed as part of wider work around cost shifting.
Changes in technology and its impact on working patterns may mean greater attachment to one's 'professional body' rather than an individual organisation if there is greater mobility and people are less connected to the office.
Size of impact
Level of uncertainty
Some of the information in this section is provided by stakeholders and expert groups, and does not necessarily represent the views of the CfWI.
