What are data standards and why do they matter to social care providers?

With most providers now using digital social care records (DSCRs) there is a greater need to make sure that the information that is recorded is consistent or standardised, so that it can be shared between health and adult social care systems efficiently.

Until now, there has never been a standard definition of data within adult social care. Read more about our approach to standards and assurance.

There is also a webinar for providers on Thursday 15 August. Sign up.