Part of the approach that has been adopted from GS1 methodology is to form and take part in a healthcare user group in the UK.

To gain the greatest exposure and influence across the healthcare sector the team is made up of:

• The Department of Health (DH)
• The National Patient Safety Agency (NPSA)
• The Purchasing and Supplies Agency (PASA)
• The Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI)
• The NHS Supply Chain (NHSSC)
• Southern Syringe, DHL, Molnlycke, Johnson&Johnson, Bunzl, Smiths Medical, Eucomed
• Regional Procurement Hubs
• Representation from both primary and secondary healthcare

By linking all these establishments together we can gain knowledge and by in from the whole healthcare sector.

This has allowed us to achieve greater benefits simply by working together and sharing knowledge. This approach is adopted across the world by healthcare organisations.