Axon is at the beginning of its journey. This roadmap shares what we are shaping for our first release and where we plan to focus next.
Timings are indicative and may change as we work with NHS organisations and partners.
Foundations for the first release.
Trusted sign-in
Safe sign-in with the right checks so staff data stays protected.
Access follows the post
Access is tied to the role, not the person, so moves stay accurate.
Staff self-service
People can view and update their own details and documents anytime.
Consistent navigation
A familiar layout and approvals across the platform reduce training.
Digital forms
Simple forms for common HR requests to cut email chasing.
Single view of posts
One source of truth for posts and assignments to align planning and reporting.
Starters, movers and leavers
Track changes and departures in one place so establishment matches reality.
Staff records and documents
Secure records and key documents in one hub for quicker answers.
Vacancy control
Manage vacancies and link them to hiring to reduce duplication.
Workforce insights
Dashboards and simple forecasts to support better staffing decisions.
High-impact modules planned after the initial foundations.
What
Screening, interviews and offers joined up with roles and approvals.
Why
Reduces delays, keeps candidates informed and gets new starters ready faster.
What
Capture, route and track HR enquiries in one hub.
Why
Shorter response times and clearer visibility for staff and HR.
Longer-term modules to be shaped with early partners.
What
Guided steps for HR cases with the right people involved at each stage.
Why
Keeps sensitive matters controlled, fair and fully traceable.
What
Structured tracking of work, decisions and risks across teams.
Why
Keeps delivery on course and stakeholders aligned with clear status and actions.
What
Standard requests and approvals for people-focused spending.
Why
Better control of costs and clearer supplier visibility.
What
Plan and track mandatory training and growth paths.
Why
Supports compliance and helps staff develop the right skills.
As we work with NHS organisations, we will refine this roadmap, add detail and sequence delivery based on real-world needs and feedback from early adopters.
We will co-design modules with trusts and partners so Axon reflects the realities of NHS HR and workforce management.
Every module builds on the same post-based permissions model, keeping access and security consistent as Axon grows.
From the outset we are designing Axon to integrate with ESR and other core NHS systems rather than replace them.
