BioMet: Healthcare Product Specification Platform
TL;DR:
- Challenge: Enable healthcare professionals to specify orthopedic implants and instruments
- Approach: Product configuration platform designed for clinical decision-making
- Result: Specification tools helping surgeons select the right components for specific patients
At a Glance
| Metric | Result |
|---|---|
| Client | BioMet |
| Industry | Healthcare / Medical Devices |
| Challenge | Enable surgeons to configure orthopedic implants for specific procedures |
| Solution | Product specification platform with configuration and compatibility tools |
| Users | Healthcare professionals and surgeons |
| Focus | Orthopedic implant and instrument selection |
The Challenge: Clinical Specification for Complex Medical Products
BioMet manufactures orthopedic implants—hip replacements, knee systems, shoulder implants. These aren't off-the-shelf products. Each surgery requires implant components sized for the patient's anatomy, compatible surgical instruments, and consideration of the surgeon's preferred approach.
A surgeon planning a hip replacement needs to specify: implant size based on imaging, stem type matching bone quality, bearing surface appropriate for patient age and activity level, and the full instrument set required for implantation.
Getting this wrong means problems in the OR—or worse, revision surgery. The specification process has to be precise, efficient, and integrated into surgical planning workflows.
The Solution: Healthcare Product Specification Platform
We built a platform designed for how healthcare professionals actually work.
Product Configuration Tools
Interface enabling precise specification:
- Selection based on patient criteria and surgical approach
- Size recommendations based on imaging measurements
- Configuration options reflecting clinical decision points
- Clear presentation of specifications and part numbers
Compatibility Verification
Ensuring all components work together:
- Instrument sets matched to implant selections
- Compatibility rules preventing invalid configurations
- Complete kit verification before ordering
Technical Specifications
Information surgeons need for planning:
- Detailed product specifications and measurements
- Surgical technique references
- Material and design documentation
- Comparison between product options
Healthcare Professional Experience
Interface designed for expert users:
- Terminology matching clinical practice
- Workflows aligned with surgical planning
- Efficiency for users who know what they're looking for
- Detail level appropriate for medical professionals
The Results
- Specification platform enabling surgeons to configure orthopedic implants for specific patients and procedures
- Compatibility assurance preventing configuration errors before they reach the operating room
- Efficient workflows matching how healthcare professionals actually plan surgeries
- Technical depth providing the detail level medical professionals require
Key Takeaway
Healthcare B2B platforms serve experts who need precision, not simplification. The right product is about clinical fit—matching implant to patient, instruments to procedure, configuration to surgical approach. The platform has to guide selection based on clinical criteria, not marketing features.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a medical device specification platform?
A medical device specification platform helps healthcare professionals select and configure medical products for specific procedures or patients. For orthopedics, this includes choosing implant sizes, materials, and compatible surgical instruments based on patient needs and surgical approach. The platform must understand clinical decision criteria and prevent invalid configurations.
How do healthcare B2B platforms differ from consumer platforms?
Healthcare B2B platforms differ through user verification requirements, regulatory compliance needs, complex product configurations, and integration with healthcare systems. Users are medical professionals who need detailed specifications, not simplified consumer interfaces. The UX must match clinical workflows and terminology.
What is orthopedic implant configuration?
Orthopedic implant configuration involves selecting the right implant components for a specific patient and procedure. This includes choosing sizes based on imaging, selecting compatible instruments, and ensuring all components work together for the planned surgical approach. Configuration decisions affect surgical outcomes and patient recovery.
How do medical device manufacturers support surgeons digitally?
Medical device manufacturers support surgeons through product catalogs, specification tools, surgical planning platforms, educational content, and case support. Digital tools help surgeons select appropriate products, plan procedures, and access technical information. The best tools integrate with clinical workflows rather than requiring separate processes.
Technologies Used
- Product configuration platform
- Healthcare professional interface
- Compatibility rule engine
- Technical specification database
- Clinical workflow integration
- Medical device product catalog