Table 1

Proposed projects assessed by the delegates

GroupProject nameBrief description
Introducing new technology safely1. DesignGreater use of appropriate technology in low-resource settings to promote patient safety
Introducing new technology safely2. GovernanceDual standards for technology in high- and low-income countries to facilitate the use of appropriate technology in developing countries
Making existing technology safer3. Implementation of technologyEstablish ways that technology could promote the safer use of medical devices in rural hospitals in developing countries
Making existing technology safer4. Integrated technologyAssess the cost-effectiveness of using integrated technology to promote safer patient care in developing countries
Information technology5. Data qualityImprove data quality in electronic records by identifying a practical set of quality measures for clinical coding
Information technology6. Forum for sharing best practiceCreate a virtual international forum to promote learning and sharing of best practice
Simulation7. Handover simulationDevelop a standard handover protocol, using simulation as the tool to teach its use
Simulation8. Birthing simulatorDevelop a simulator and program to promote safe childcare delivery