Interoperability in the operating room of the future using IEEE 11073 SDC Image rights: Vector Informatik GmbH
Vector is now offering a free Service-oriented Device Connectivity (SDC) Evaluation Bundle. Medical technology companies can use it to analyze the IEEE 11073 SDC standard, benchmark performance, and test new features. The bundle offers end-to-end enablement—including a mature stack as well as simulation and testing capabilities (SIL/HIL)—for the efficient implementation of interoperability in clinical environments.
With the SDC Evaluation Bundle, Vector addresses medical device manufacturers who wish to evaluate the cross-vendor networking of their devices based on IEEE 11073 SDC. The standard lays the foundation for the bidirectional exchange of data and services — particularly in demanding clinical scenarios such as operating rooms, emergency rooms, or intensive care units.
The bundle offers development managers, system architects, and software teams the opportunity to evaluate the integration of SDC into series products with minimal time investment and a steep learning curve. The focus is on building expertise, benchmarking performance, and evaluating new features. To this end, Vector provides a mature embedded software stack as well as simulation tools for SIL and HIL testing.
Key benefits for device manufacturers:
- Efficiency: With the bundle, an initial proof of concept can be realized in just a few weeks.
- Risk minimization: Users benefit from mature implementation and reduce the effort that would be required to develop the complex communication interface in-house.
- Comprehensive support: Vector complements the offering with onboarding, training, and close project support.
Added to this is the regulatory value: The implementation is already aligned with strict industry standards. The SDC stack takes into account the requirements of the core standards IEEE 11073, IEC 62304 up to Safety Class C, and IEC 62443-4-1 (cybersecurity). Furthermore, when licensing for series projects, Vector provides a documentation package that significantly simplifies subsequent approval up to Class IIb under the EU MDR.
Vector has been involved in standardized device networking in the medtech sector for many years and actively drives the further development of IEEE 11073 SDC. As an active member of OR.NET, the company supports manufacturers in efficiently transforming interoperable and future-proof device architecture into market-ready products.
For more information and access to the free evaluation of the SDC Evaluation Bundle:https://vctr.it/SDC_Eval
