Integra Systems, Inc., somewhat saw this trend happening. It is when the actual application becomes commoditized (Patient Monitoring) as well as outside influencers changing the game. We in discussions with a entity to help them commercialize a solution in this space. So what are the game changers.?
1. The I-Phone/Android smart phone. This now provides the display and gateway. No longer do you have to create a custom display and communications box.
2. 3G/4G costs going way down and well as a global use model.
3. Low Power Bluetooth of which drives current drain down, thus increasing battery life as well as taking the pairing issue off the table.
4. Processors that are miniaturized and very low power.
5. Costs for design are driven way down, so the actual product costs go way down, thus universal acceptance.
Overall these factors will turn the traditional holter, event monitoring, and even real time remote telemedicine marketplace on it’s head.
Stayed tuned to future blogs in this area.
