Guiding principles

​​These are the philosophies that will inform strategic choices, decisions and actions about data and analytics across NSW Health:

Safe and ethical

We prioritise the delivery of safe, quality care to patients. In the same way, we prioritise the privacy, security and ethical use of the data that we hold about patients and staff.

Transparent and trustworthy

We are open about what we do with data. We use data and information to build trust between the community and NSW Health.

Fit for purpose

We adapt our approach to data and analytics based on who it's for, what they need, and why they need it.

Outcomes focused

We focus on the data and analytics that help us to deliver the insights, experiences and outcomes that matter.

One NSW Health, connected to its ecosystem

We connect data and analytics systems across NSW Health. We work together with partners and providers to deliver better health and care across NSW.

Sustainable

Our data and analytics efforts and solutions can be scaled and sustained into the future. We think about operational, financial and environmental sustainability – to set us up for success now and into the future.


Current as at: Monday 2 March 2026