In August 2022 the SSNGM Transformation Team operationalised working groups to deliver key priorities for the transformation of the genomic laboratory services as outlined in the Scottish Genetics & Molecular Pathology Laboratory Service Major Review Report 2022. Initially the SSNGM Transformation Team formed 4 operational groups focussed on Laboratory Data Standardisation, Demand Optimisation, Genomics Laboratories Workforce Planning and Implementation of New Cancer Pathways. Detailed progress updates on the work of these groups can be found in our SSNGM newsletters.
In addition, the Transformation Team have supported the delivery of the Scottish Strategic Network for Genomic Medicine (SSNGM) and the development of the first Scottish Government Strategy for Genomic Medicine.
In March 2024 the Transformation Team developed a two-year Genomics Laboratories Transformation Delivery Plan.
“Transform the Genomic Laboratories to deliver an optimised, efficient service which offers an equitable, person centred and population-based genomics service and infrastructure for the citizens of Scotland.”
The delivery plan has six key transformation themes for which opportunities for improvement have been identified,
- Finance
- Service Delivery Model
- Laboratory Workforce
- Bioinformatics
- Data and Digital
- Innovation
The combined work to implement the objectives of the strategy and the delivery plan will be key to support the delivery of the remaining review recommendations and deliver the transformation required to achieve our vision. You can find detailed progress updates on the transformation work via our SSNGM newsletters.