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EMIS, a major developer of primary care IT systems in the U.K., is leading the way by actively using the Microsoft Health CUI. "Microsoft Health CUI ensures a common look, feel and set of rules around standard processes in healthcare, which can help us shorten the development cycle on certain projects, adding value to clinicians and ultimately transferring benefits to the patient," said Sean Riddell, healthcare managing director at EMIS. "Extending the Microsoft Health CUI beyond the U.K. will have a significant impact on patient safety worldwide."

Potential Worldwide Benefits

Today's announcement marks the completion of the first phase of the NHS Common User Interface Project, which follows more than two years of development work. The Web site is now available to developers around the world, and Microsoft has established a broader community to participate in the ongoing development of CUI guidance and tools.

Analysts say the Common User Interface Project could have far-reaching benefits as governments and organizations grapple with how to leverage the power of technology to address tough problems such as healthcare. "The Common User Interface has implications for the healthcare industry and ISVs worldwide," said Marc Holland, program director at Health Industry Insights. "Healthcare systems around the world face challenges similar to the NHS, and healthcare providers and ISVs worldwide could benefit from engaging as a community in the ongoing development of the Common User Interface design guide and toolkit."

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