Francisco Partners is acquiring healthcare data and analytics assets from IBM.
The threat of an attack is imminent. It is critical for medical devices and systems, as well as healthcare facilities to have the right safeguards in place.
Opportunities for intelligent computer systems span widely, including extensive use in medical science. Artificial intelligence enhances cognition analysis of complex health issues and improves the diagnoses. However, there are still some challenges in terms of data quality, regulations, market penetration and adaptation.
Increased use of remote and telehealth programs, networked medical devices, and “smart” product storage come with their own inherent risks.
“The deal will help Stryker significantly accelerate [its] digital aspirations to improve the lives of caregivers and patients,” according to company Chair and CEO Kevin Lobo.
Keeping temperature-sensitive medical products within the required levels is vital in today’s world, especially as supply-chain issues are making transportation challenging. Monitoring equipment will ensure items stay safe as they move from the device manufacturer to consumer.
The center is also hoping to move back into more normal review timelines next year.
The agency is encouraging medical device manufacturers to evaluate their risk and take action to remediate any vulnerability.
The pandemic caused a significant increase in telehealth and health tech adoption among all consumers and care professionals, especially those for older consumers and caretakers.
Enter Killware. As cyberattacks continue to increase in healthcare, medtech companies need to make sure their essential software is up to date. This Q&A with Brian Wrozek of Optiv Security takes a look at how medtech companies and healthcare organizations can address this threat.
