Philips Debuts Fully Integrated Suite of Enhanced Patient Monitoring Solutions in U.S. Market
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, announced the launch of its next-generation Patient Monitoring solution in the U.S. The enterprise-wide system consists of bedside, transport, mobile and central station monitoring technology backed by a new approach to consulting, training, service and customer support, including a full range of product support and expert services. 
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) has chosen global health information technology leader Cerner as its Preferred Supplier of a new clinical information system that will help to improve the quality, safety and efficiency of patient care. The system, commonly known as 'Electronic Patient Record' (EPR), is the intelligent software which brings each patient's key clinical and administrative data together in one place. 
Throughout the MSD Innovation Factory, MSD launched 7 health-related challenges to award the three most outstanding solutions. Blendarsys, Symptoma and Grupo Pulso are the winners out of 100 proposals. The companies will receive up to $20,000 each to co-create and roll-out their solution with MSD support. 
Opinion Article by Leesa Ewing, Commercial Director, IMS MAXIMS.