Search Tag: Innovation
2025 16 May
A global healthcare workforce crisis is on the horizon, with projections estimating a shortage of at least ten million healthcare workers by 2030. This shortfall poses severe risks not only to individual well-being but also to global health systems and economies. While expanding the workforce supply is crucial, it is no longer sufficient. The path...Read more
2025 16 May
The nursing profession stands at a pivotal moment. With nearly two-thirds of U.S. registered nurses planning to make career changes in the next year, workforce volatility is no longer a looming concern—it is a current reality. The 2025 Survey of Registered Nurses, based on responses from over 12,000 professionals, outlines both the persistent...Read more
2025 08 May
Royal Philips announced that its shareholders approved all proposals at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) 2025, including: The re-appointment of Ms Indra Nooyi and Ms Chua Sock Koong as members of the Supervisory Board. The appointment of Mr Bob White as a new member of the Supervisory Board. The re-appointment of Mr...Read more
2025 06 May
Q1 2025 Group performance Group sales EUR 4.1 billion, reflecting a 2% decline in comparable sales growth mainly due to China; slightly ahead of company outlook due to Personal Health growth and royalty phasing Comparable order intake increased 2% despite China decline Income from operations increased to EUR 154 million...Read more
2025 26 Feb
Collaboration and centralisation in public procurement within the EU play a critical role in promoting sustainable growth, innovation and efficiency. Key reforms, including the 2014 directives and Spain’s implementation, highlight progress and ongoing challenges such as transparency, competition and innovation. Achieving value-driven procurement...Read more
2024 11 Dec
Global law firm Freshfields has advised CompuGroup Medical SE & Co. KGaA and its majority shareholder GT 1 Vermögensverwaltung GmbH on a strategic partnership agreement with an investment company controlled by asset manager CVC Capital Partners. The agreement includes a voluntary public takeover offer by CVC and the subsequent de-listing of CompuGroup...Read more
2024 27 Sep
The Esaote Group, a leading Italian innovator in the field of medical imaging, will be exhibiting at Italian Design: Champions and Hidden Champions, a temporary museum that tells the story of Italian industrial excellence in China for the World Design Cities Conference (WDCC 2024) in Shanghai. Esaote, aware that design can also be an institutional...Read more
2024 02 Jul
In an era dominated by digital transformation, the healthcare industry finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with a critical shortage of skilled professionals capable of navigating the complexities of both technology and patient care. A recent survey by Global Data underscores this challenge, revealing that 43% of healthcare professionals cite...Read more
2024 02 Jul
In an era dominated by digital transformation, the healthcare industry finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with a critical shortage of skilled professionals capable of navigating the complexities of both technology and patient care. A recent survey by Global Data underscores this challenge, revealing that 43% of healthcare professionals cite...Read more
2024 02 Jul
In an era dominated by digital transformation, the healthcare industry finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with a critical shortage of skilled professionals capable of navigating the complexities of both technology and patient care. A recent survey by Global Data underscores this challenge, revealing that 43% of healthcare professionals cite...Read more
2024 20 Jun
Leaders see AI acumen as crucial, but aren’t confident in their personal or organization’s ability to embrace the technology today. In the six months since we first asked leaders about generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) , confidence in the technology’s potential has remained high. According to Russell Reynolds Associates’ most...Read more
2024 29 Apr
First-quarter highlights Group sales amounted to EUR 4.1 billion, with comparable sales growth of 2.4% Comparable order intake -3.8%, mainly due to China USD 1.1 billion Respironics litigation settlement reached in the US (provision recognized of EUR 982 million) Income from operations EUR -824 million, including...Read more
2024 29 Apr
First-quarter highlights Group sales amounted to EUR 4.1 billion, with comparable sales growth of 2.4% Comparable order intake -3.8%, mainly due to China USD 1.1 billion Respironics litigation settlement reached in the US (provision recognized of EUR 982 million) Income from operations EUR -824 million, including...Read more
2024 29 Apr
First-quarter highlights Group sales amounted to EUR 4.1 billion, with comparable sales growth of 2.4% Comparable order intake -3.8%, mainly due to China USD 1.1 billion Respironics litigation settlement reached in the US (provision recognized of EUR 982 million) Income from operations EUR -824 million, including...Read more
2024 29 Apr
First-quarter highlights Group sales amounted to EUR 4.1 billion, with comparable sales growth of 2.4% Comparable order intake -3.8%, mainly due to China USD 1.1 billion Respironics litigation settlement reached in the US (provision recognized of EUR 982 million) Income from operations EUR -824 million, including...Read more
2024 29 Apr
First-quarter highlights Group sales amounted to EUR 4.1 billion, with comparable sales growth of 2.4% Comparable order intake -3.8%, mainly due to China USD 1.1 billion Respironics litigation settlement reached in the US (provision recognized of EUR 982 million) Income from operations EUR -824 million, including...Read more
2024 29 Apr
First-quarter highlights Group sales amounted to EUR 4.1 billion, with comparable sales growth of 2.4% Comparable order intake -3.8%, mainly due to China USD 1.1 billion Respironics litigation settlement reached in the US (provision recognized of EUR 982 million) Income from operations EUR -824 million, including...Read more
2024 25 Apr
Moderna and OpenAI have announced an ongoing collaboration aimed at exploring the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionising both business and healthcare. Moderna, a company with a strong digital foundation and a history of utilising machine learning, is looking to integrate generative AI into its operations. This partnership...Read more
2024 25 Apr
Moderna and OpenAI have announced an ongoing collaboration aimed at exploring the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionising both business and healthcare. Moderna, a company with a strong digital foundation and a history of utilising machine learning, is looking to integrate generative AI into its operations. This partnership...Read more
2024 22 Mar
Masimo , a global leader in noninvasive monitoring technologies and audio products, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized management to evaluate a proposed separation of its consumer business. The Board and management will evaluate the proposed structure of the separation. Masimo expects that the separation will include its...Read more
2024 15 Mar
In a historic move, the European Parliament has approved the groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, aimed at safeguarding fundamental rights, democracy, and environmental sustainability while fostering innovation. The regulation, finalised in negotiations with member states in December 2023, received overwhelming support from members...Read more
2024 15 Mar
In a historic move, the European Parliament has approved the groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, aimed at safeguarding fundamental rights, democracy, and environmental sustainability while fostering innovation. The regulation, finalised in negotiations with member states in December 2023, received overwhelming support from members...Read more
2024 15 Mar
In a historic move, the European Parliament has approved the groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, aimed at safeguarding fundamental rights, democracy, and environmental sustainability while fostering innovation. The regulation, finalised in negotiations with member states in December 2023, received overwhelming support from members...Read more
2024 06 Mar
In his Budget speech on Friday, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore will invest more than 1 billion Singapore dollars over the next five years to further enhance the country's AI capabilities. Singapore's plan to invest more than $743 million into artificial intelligence over the next five years could strengthen its position as a...Read more
2024 06 Mar
In his Budget speech on Friday, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore will invest more than 1 billion Singapore dollars over the next five years to further enhance the country's AI capabilities. Singapore's plan to invest more than $743 million into artificial intelligence over the next five years could strengthen its position as a...Read more
2024 06 Mar
In his Budget speech on Friday, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore will invest more than 1 billion Singapore dollars over the next five years to further enhance the country's AI capabilities. Singapore's plan to invest more than $743 million into artificial intelligence over the next five years could strengthen its position as a...Read more
2024 05 Mar
Manufacturing has been the cornerstone of the medtech industry for years, renowned for its ability to produce high-precision equipment to meet clinical needs. However, shifting market dynamics, including cost pressures and evolving consumer demands, are compelling medtech companies to reevaluate their traditional approaches. In response, many...Read more
2024 05 Mar
Manufacturing has been the cornerstone of the medtech industry for years, renowned for its ability to produce high-precision equipment to meet clinical needs. However, shifting market dynamics, including cost pressures and evolving consumer demands, are compelling medtech companies to reevaluate their traditional approaches. In response, many...Read more
2024 19 Feb
The enduring partnership between Bracco and ESR underscores our joint commitment to advancing the radiology industry and enhancing clinical outcomes. Bracco to unveil a range of cutting-edge innovations and collaborative education initiatives. Bracco, a world leader in diagnostic imaging, and the European Society of Radiology...Read more
2023 22 Dec
In 2023, Affidea has once again set a gold standard in healthcare, garnering numerous awards and recognitions that highlight its unwavering commitment to patient safety, innovation, and community care. "This year's achievements are a true reflection of our team's dedication to excellence in healthcare. Each award represents the hard work,...Read more