Addison Wood

Year: 2024

Award: Supply Chain Excellence Awards - UK

Award Name: The Rising Star Award

Company: East Lancashire Hospital Trust’s, Lancashire Procurement Cluster, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Introduction and Background: Addison Wood, a Business System Engineer, has been with the Lancashire Procurement Cluster for just over a year, specializing in enhancing operational efficiency and patient safety.

His significant achievement includes the successful implementation of the Scan for Safety solutions at Chorley Hospital. Project Overview and Key Achievements: The Scan for Safety initiative employs advanced barcode scanning to improve patient safety through accurate identification and tracking.

Addison took a leadership role, excelling in project management, technical customization, and staff training.

His efforts led to a notable reduction in medical errors, improved inventory management, and enhanced patient outcomes. Quality of Contribution: Addison’s blend of technical expertise and strategic management has set a new standard in healthcare system engineering. Industry Impact and Collaboration: His innovative work on the Scan for Safety project represents a transformative change in patient safety and operational efficiency.

Addison’s collaboration with the global OHDSI community further aims to enhance data accessibility and analytics across Lancashire and South Cumbria. Addison Wood’s contributions make him a deserving candidate for the Rising Star Award, celebrating his remarkable impact on healthcare innovation.