Tony Yates
About Tony Yates
Tony Yates serves as the VP of Engineering at Kry and the UK Director of R&D at Livi UK. He has extensive experience in the NHS, holding various technical and leadership roles, and has contributed significantly to the development of healthcare technology.
Work at Kry
Tony Yates serves as the VP of Engineering at Kry, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees engineering operations and contributes to the strategic direction of technology initiatives within the organization. His experience in healthcare technology enhances Kry's capabilities in delivering effective digital health solutions.
Current Role at Livi UK
In addition to his role at Kry, Tony Yates is the UK Director of R&D at Livi UK, where he has worked since 2021. His responsibilities include leading research and development efforts to innovate and improve digital healthcare services. His dual roles reflect his commitment to advancing healthcare technology in the UK.
Professional Experience in NHS
Tony Yates has extensive experience within the NHS, having held multiple roles over the years. He was an IT Consultant - Technical Architect at NHS Direct from 2009 to 2011. He later served as Digital Services Director at NHS England from 2013 to 2016, and as Technical Director for NHS.UK at NHS Digital from 2016 to 2019. His work has focused on improving digital services and technical architecture within the healthcare system.
Education and Expertise
Tony Yates studied Networking Technologies and Management at Sheffield Hallam University. His educational background supports his expertise in technical architecture and digital services, particularly in healthcare settings. He has developed a strong skill set in re-engineering technical architecture across various care sectors.
Leadership in NHS Initiatives
Tony Yates chairs the National Technical Working Group for the NHS 111 Programme, where he focuses on strategic technical architecture design. He also holds a leadership role in the National Interoperability Group for NHS 111, OOH, and 999 software vendors. His recent involvement with the 999 liaison committee aims to enhance collaboration with ambulance services.