Tuesday 3 February 2026
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
St James's Hospital
Join us at the GS1 UK Medical Device Supplier Forum, hosted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTH), where healthcare leaders and innovators will explore how GS1 standards are transforming the NHS. This event features expert insights on GTIN management, procurement, and the impact of UDI on patient safety, plus the latest regulatory updates and technology demonstrations.
With contributions from industry leaders and regulatory authorities, the agenda covers everything from the latest regulatory updates to cutting-edge technology like Google Lens native GS1 DataMatrix scanning. Connect with peers, share best practice and help shape the future of healthcare delivery.
Closing date for registrations in Mon 26 January.
Agenda
10:30 am–11:00 am
Arrival and sign in
11:00 am–11:10 am
Opening introduction from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
11:10 am–11:25 am
Mark Songhurst, programme manager, Scan4Safety, LTH Ben Womack, head of information and e-commerce, LTH
How Trusts use GTIN data and why Claire Clarke’s upcoming session matters; Ben and Mark as SMEs for the new Product Information Master
11:25 am–11:40 am
The ICS picture of procurement Paul Ralston, director of commercial and procurement, LTH Implications of ICS-led procurement for Trusts and its link to data and operational management (Ben & Mark)
11:40 am–12:00 pm
Steve Bush, chief clinical information officer, LTH
Magnus Harrison, chief medical officer, LTH
Impact of Scan4Safety at Leeds Teaching Hospitals on clinical care and the need for accurate product information.
12:00 pm–12:15 pm
MHRA (TBC)
12:15 pm–12:30 pm
Claire Clarke, director of healthcare engagement, GS1 Global Office
12:30 pm–1:30 pm
Lunch and networking
1:30 pm
Event close