David Tupili Director Digital Health, EMEA Smith & Nephew
Key Highlights:
From manufacturing to logistics to customer service – it is a holistic approach that plays a bigger role and has the maximum impact
It is an era of end-to-end systems. The usability of the product and, more importantly, its after the end of life is playing a major role in deciding the direction of manufacturing trends
Companies to embark on their digital transformation to streamline communication, structure collaboration, and ensure compliance.
Customers are increasingly requesting information on chemical components and recyclability of products and packaging
Digitalization provides access to an integrated network of unexploited big data with potential benefits for society and the environment
For outlining an effective strategy, we need to consider:
The first dimension – our customers,
The second dimension – the supply chain, and
The third dimension – the data streams available
Focus is on bridging innovation gap, around recycling and reuse of medical device products, and strengthening sustainability initiatives
Data interoperability is going to be the key, with MedTech companies providing this as a basic input
AI/ML technologies have the potential to transform healthcare through new and important insights
Regulatory bodies to focus on providing transparency in reimbursement policies
The current continuum extends from price pressure to achieving manufacturing efficiencies
Need to focus on identifying and rewarding sustainable and innovative solutions for pressing environmental challenges
