Care Control is officially the first NHS Assured DSCR to achieve MODS certification ahead of July 2026 deadline

 

 

 

2026 marks a significant milestone for Care Control.

 

Not only are we celebrating 10 years of supporting care providers, but we have also reached a major industry first.

Care Control is the first Digital Social Care Record (DSCR) supplier on the NHS Assured Solutions List to meet the 2026 Minimum Operational Data Standard (MODS). 

Behind every well-run care service is a system that supports teams to deliver, record, and evidence care effectively. As providers are assessed for quality and safety, the systems they rely on are now being held to national standards too.

We are proud to be the first NHS Assured care management software provider to achieve full MODS compliance.

This isn’t just a milestone for our development team — it’s a direct commitment to our customers. It means your care records are secure, standardised, and ready to support the future of integrated health and social care.

 

 

 

What is the Minimum Operational Data Standard (MODS)?

 

The NHS Assurance Scheme is a national framework designed to evaluate digital social care records. It ensures software platforms are secure, reliable, and capable of integrating with wider health networks. Recently, the framework introduced a critical new requirement: the Minimum Operational Data Standard, or MODS.

MODS dictates exactly how care data must be structured and recorded. By standardising this information, the NHS ensures that critic

al health data can be easily understood and shared across different systems, from care homes to hospitals to pharmacies.

The timeline for this change is strict. All NHS Assured software suppliers have until 1st July 2026 to meet these new standards. If they fail to comply, they risk losing their assured status entirely.

While other providers are just beginning to look at these requirements, Care Control has already crossed the finish line. Our digital care management software gives you full visibility and total peace of mind well ahead of the regulatory deadline.

 

 

 

 

Why MODS Matters for Your Care Service

 

You might wonder how a technical data standard affects your daily care routines. The reality is that better data structure leads directly to better, safer care.

Managing your care records should not feel like an administrative burden. Our NHS assured MODS-certified software gives you full visibility, smarter planning, and clearer communication across your team.

 

Here is exactly how MODS compliance benefits your care service:

 

Seamless interoperability: Standardised data allows your system to “speak” the same language as the NHS. You can share vital updates instantly with external health professionals, reducing delays in medical support.

 

Safer care decisions: When data is consistent and accurate, there is no room for misinterpretation. Your staff always have the correct information right at their fingertips.

 

Time-saving efficiency: All your care data lives in one central system, eliminating the need to duplicate entries or decipher inconsistent notes from different shifts.

 

Effortless compliance: When the CQC or other regulators inspect your service, they want to see clear, accessible, and secure records. A MODS-compliant system generates perfectly formatted evidence at the click of a button.

 

 

The Hidden Risks of Using Non-Assured Systems

 

As the health and social care sectors become more integrated, the tolerance for outdated technology is rapidly shrinking. Relying on a system that is not NHS Assured—or one that fails to meet the upcoming MODS deadline—introduces significant risk to your business.

Delivering consistent care starts with secure, reliable data. Too often, using non-compliant software leads to disjointed records, security vulnerabilities, and frustrated teams.

If your software provider fails to achieve MODS compliance by the July 1st  2026 deadline, they will lose their NHS Assured status. This means you could find yourself using a system that no longer meets national guidelines, forcing you into finding a new NHS assured care management supplier.

Furthermore, non-assured systems isolate your care service. As the NHS moves toward a more integrated approach, care providers using outdated systems will be left behind. No more juggling disconnected tools that slow you down; choosing an assured system ensures you remain securely connected to the wider health network.

 

 

Preparing for the Single Patient Record

 

The push for MODS compliance is part of a much larger national ambition: the Single Patient Record.

The NHS envisions a future where a patient’s medical and care history flows securely and seamlessly between all their health and social care providers. Whether a person is receiving domiciliary care, residing in a care home, or visiting an emergency department, every professional involved in their care should have access to the same accurate, up-to-date information.

This level of integration is impossible without strict data standardisation. By achieving MODS certification now, Care Control is actively building the technical bridge to this future. When the Single Patient Record becomes a daily reality, our clients will already have the exact infrastructure needed to participate seamlessly.

 

 

 

Secure Your Future with Care Control

 

Navigating the evolving landscape of digital social care can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to do it alone. We handle the technical complexities so you can focus entirely on delivering outstanding care.

By choosing Care Control, you are partnering with the first software provider to achieve MODS certification. You gain immediate access to an innovative platform that is rigorously tested, highly secure, and officially recognised by the NHS.

Do not wait until the 2026 deadline to find out if your current provider is prepared for the future. Make the switch to a platform that is already leading the way.

Future-proof your care service today. Book a demonstration with Care Control to see our MODS-certified software in action.