Hi, I’m Sam Riley.

Sam Riley, founder of Spuddling Solutions and originator of Making Data Count.

I’m the originator of Making Data Count and the founder of Spuddling Solutions.

I've spent my career helping healthcare organisations make better decisions by transforming the way they use data. Making Data Count challenged traditional approaches to performance reporting and introduced statistical thinking to help leaders distinguish meaningful change from random variation. I’ve supported some of the most challenged organisations in England to create exemplary reporting.

Today, through Spuddling Solutions, I work with organisations that want to move beyond simply reporting data to using it with confidence to drive improvement, better decisions and better outcomes.

Why work with me?

I’m a trusted advisor: I’ve worked with boards, executives, managers, analysts and clinicians to transform how they understand, discuss and act on data.

I’m a transformation leader : I led the roll out of the Making Data Count programme across England increasing the use of SPC by boards from less than 5% to over 80% and transforming conversations at the board.

I’m an inspirational speaker: I’ve presented at countless events and been the key note speaker on numerous occasions. I’ve energised people across the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Norway and Ghana.

“Sam - you shifted the Boards I chaired more than anybody else did in improving their performance management and understanding of data”
— Alan Burns, Chairman, Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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  • "There are not many people in the NHS that have had such an impact and driven real change across multiple organisations"

  • "You've done the impossible and changed the way the NHS thanks and analyses data with amazing results."

  • "You have been an inspiration to so many. The impact you have had for analysts and in boardrooms cannot be overstated."

  • "You have single handedly raised the awareness of the power of time-series across the NHS."

  • "Your work has had a profound impact on my thinking and approach to data and change."

  • “Making data interesting & understandable. Fantastic, clear & easy to follow session”

  • “Can’t wait to get started with this – normally I’m a data hater!”

  • “A really excellent session which stimulated debate and a new focus around the areas which matter.”

  • “This knowledge will really help me make the most of the data I receive and make a real difference to patient care”

  • “A revelation in the way you will look at your data.”