Digital Health 3: Development, Utilization, and Scaling of Innovations and Technology in the Health Sector

The Digital Health 3 project strengthens collaboration and innovation in the health sector in the Tampere region by supporting the development of SMEs, the piloting and commercialisation of new technologies, and the development of testing platforms. The project promotes RDI collaboration between businesses and research institutions as well as regional and international networking.

Social and health care is undergoing a major transformation driven by digitalisation, demographic change, workforce shortages, and sustainability challenges. Addressing these challenges requires user-centred, equitable, and needs-based solutions developed through multidisciplinary collaboration. The Digital Health 3 project responds by strengthening collaboration between SMEs, research institutions, and the public sector in the Tampere region. It supports SMEs in piloting, testing, and commercialising digital health solutions through innovative procurement models, test platforms, and improved regulatory competence. By promoting prevention, health promotion, ecosystem development, and regional and international networking, the project enhances competitiveness and creates sustainable structures for innovation beyond the project’s lifetime.

The project promotes collaboration between SMEs, research institutions, and the public sector.
Services and technologies are developed based on the identified needs of users and key stakeholders.
Innovative procurement models are used to test and adopt new solutions in cooperation with SMEs.
SMEs are encouraged to form consortia, which strengthens competitiveness and enables more efficient use of resources.
The project focuses on disease prevention and early intervention to support health promotion.
SMEs are supported in developing their understanding of health sector regulation and compliance requirements.
Close and systematic cooperation is fostered between the public sector, companies, and research institutions.
The regional health strategy is implemented through training sessions, workshops, and events.
The project develops the regional innovation ecosystem by promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among stakeholders.
Networks are created and strengthened to support the development and dissemination of innovations.

Digital Health 3 strengthens the health innovation ecosystem in the Tampere region by promoting collaboration between SMEs, research institutions, and the public sector. The project supports the development, piloting, and adoption of needs-based and user-centred digital solutions, while improving SMEs’ competitiveness through consortium models, regulatory competence, and innovative procurement practices. Its focus on prevention and health promotion contributes to the development of sustainable, equitable, and impactful social and health services. In addition, the project supports the implementation of the regional health strategy and strengthens networks that create lasting impact beyond the project’s lifetime.

Co-funded by the European Union

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