The Programme

Over the years, the International Technology Enabled Care (ITEC) Conference has established itself as the leading TEC event of the year. Renowned for delivering a rich programme of themed content, ITEC 2026 will continue this tradition.

The overarching theme for 2026 is: The TEC Evolution: Connecting Communities and Enriching Lives

Content Themes

How Digital TEC is Connecting Communities and Enriching Lives
With the countdown to digital switchover underway, 2026 is a pivotal year for the TEC sector. Success relies on integrated approaches across health, housing, and care, with a focus on scaling proven solutions and preparing frontline services. Sessions in this theme will explore real-world examples, interoperability breakthroughs, and how TEC is becoming core to mainstream digital care pathways. Community hubs and neighbourhood-based models will be highlighted as drivers of integrated, wraparound service delivery.

From Insight to Impact: What’s Working and What’s Next
Artificial intelligence and predictive analytics are transforming care today. From falls detection to dementia support, AI enables smarter, earlier interventions for people with complex needs. ITEC 2026 will explore ethical, evidence-led AI in practice, showcasing case studies where technology drives real outcomes, grounded in trust, digital literacy, and local relevance. These sessions will consider AI’s role in neighbourhoods, its impact on lives, and the safeguards needed to implement it responsibly.

Confidence, Capability and Co-Design Across Communities
TEC should enhance the human relationships at the heart of care. This theme focuses on workforce and community confidence, exploring how digital upskilling, peer-led learning, and co-designed training can unlock better outcomes. Sessions will highlight inclusive approaches that empower people to take control of their care, particularly in supported housing and services for younger adults and people with learning disabilities. Local, neighbourhood-based models will also be examined for their role in embedding trust and adoption of TEC.

Stay tuned—our full conference programme will be announced soon!