As a result of the analysis phase of the methodology, a set of key design principles and recommendations were considered to serve as guidance for developing a framework and roadmap for the Ministry of Health's digital health strategy.
Key inputs:
- Vision 2030, Digital Transformation Unit, National Transformation Program, Vision Realization Office, etc.
- Transfer of the Ministry of Health to the legislative authorities.
- Involving stakeholders within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- Best practices and lessons learned.
Considerations for the E-Health Agency promoting the MOH role as a supreme regulatory Authority:
- Maintaining digital health strategic direction and prioritization.
- Developing, simplifying and managing policies and procedures related to health care at the Kingdom level.
- Managing the transition process in a logical and gradual manner.
Design principles:
Sustainability:
Knowledge and practice in health care overcome challenges such as aging and population growth, rising healthcare costs, inefficiencies in the care system, and wasted resources for long-term sustainability.
Cooperation:
Envisioning the implementation of the strategy with stakeholders and partners in cooperation and consensus, with clarity in roles, responsibilities and accountability for an integrated system.
Healthcare that puts people first:
A healthcare system that puts the population, including citizens, residents, pilgrims and visitors, at the forefront to ensure they receive a high-quality healthcare experience.
Value-Based Healthcare:
The healthcare system incentivizes our providers to drive improved overall population health, deliver high-quality care, while reducing costs, thus supporting the new care model of accountable care organizations.
Speed of Transition:
A healthcare system seeking an agile and low-complexity organizational and operational model, to ensure that we are always at the forefront of all aspects related to digital health services within the Ministry of Health.
Cost efficiency:
Design the mandate, regulatory infrastructure and governance model in line with cost efficiencies, while enhancing private sector engagement in line with Vision 2030.