Hosted CMS option available to NHS organisations
A new service based Content Management System (CMS) will be available to NHS organisations who don’t want to invest in expensive software licensing, preferring to utilize third party expertise.
Punch CMS Healthcare Edition is a hosted and maintenance service offering specifically for NHS organisations. It allows all NHS organisations to adopt a hosted CMS on a service rather than technology contract, eliminating the need for expensive software licensing costs.
‘Initial feedback from the marketplace indicates that this is a very welcome opportunity.’
James Barber, CEO Harlequin Solutions
The system is an application offering of the highly successful Punch CMS delivered by Harlequin Solutions, the UK based knowledge management software provider.
Meet eGovernment and Compliance guidelines
James Barber, CEO, Harlequin Solutions says: ‘We really do understand the pressures faced by the NHS. Not only do they have to meet stringent NHS criteria, but they must also meet the demands of eGovernment and regulatory compliance such as Accessibility and FOI, whilst presenting a brand that meets the needs of their diverse patient base. And all of this is required on stretched limited resources. Our solution takes these unique needs into account and allows them to reap the benefits of a CMS to create a community website which can be up and running in as little as 1 month.’
A lifeline for NHS organisations
According to Barber, by opting for a service contract rather than a technology purchase, NHS organisations are relieved of a great deal of IT responsibility, allowing them to focus on their core competencies. ‘We are offering NHS organisations a lifeline, allowing them to bypass costly tendering and technology outlays to meet stringent NHS and eGovernment compliance guidelines. This in turn frees them up to concentrate on patient flow and workflow without worrying about technology infrastructure or maintenance.’
Harlequins Punch CMS Healthcare Edition solution offers licence free software when full hosting, service, maintenance, training and website design are taken. The unique design service ensures that all sites meet NHS compliance as well as providing minimum AA compliance and valid code. The offer also includes free site migration of existing content when it is in a standard format.
Unparalled ROI
‘We believe the affordability of Punch CMS Healthcare Edition will increase the adoption rates within the NHS but there is no way of speculating at this time’, Barber said. ‘Initial feedback from the marketplace indicates that this is a very welcome opportunity.’
Harlequin Solutions Punch CMS forms the core of the offering, which has been widely adopted by the NHS and other sectors in the past. Barber said, ‘This is a proven technology within the NHS marketplace, which to date has never been replaced following adoption.’
For further information contact: James Barber, CEO, Harlequin Solutions on: 020 8962 4712.
