GE HealthCare has begun the U.S. launch of ReadyFix, a remote fleet management solution designed to help healthcare systems support device uptime. ReadyFix will seamlessly integrate with GE HealthCare’s MAC VU360* resting ECG workstations, which are designed to deliver ECG readings that help clinicians make faster, more confident cardiac care decisions.

When paired with ReadyFix, healthcare systems can leverage real-time** data for remote device diagnosis and repair, supporting optimized MAC VU360 performance and continuity of cardiac care, according to the company.

With an average of 10 to 15 connected devices per bed, the biomedical engineering team may be responsible for managing thousands of medical devices in their hospital, making it increasingly difficult to keep up with daily maintenance and repairs.^i,ii,iii A recent survey found the majority of biomedical engineers (56%) describe their workload as “heavy” or “excessive.”^iv At the same time, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects more than 7,300 openings for biomedical equipment technicians over the next decade, yet only about 400 new graduates enter the field each year, widening the gap between demand and available support.^v,vi

“Remote fleet management tools provide us with the clarity, structure and real‑time insights needed to stay ahead of equipment issues and maintain a high standard of reliability across the hospital,” said Tony Williams, Director of Biomedical Engineering at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola.**** “These tools elevate the way our biomedical engineering team supports patient care equipment.”

The introduction of ReadyFix expands GE HealthCare’s DeviceReady remote fleet management solutions, designed to help biomedical engineers navigate the complexity of managing medical devices. With ReadyFix, standardized clinical configurations can be remotely deployed by department, enabling a consistent user experience and patient protocols. For optimal efficiency and operational flexibility, software updates can be remotely deployed instantly or scheduled, while remote access to device diagnostic tools and log files can enable proactive troubleshooting and maintenance. By reducing these device-related disruptions, ReadyFix supports care teams in providing consistent, quality care for patients. Additionally, configuration management enables health systems to standardize devices after installation and supports secure, reliable transmission of ECG data.

“As healthcare systems continue to adopt more complex and connected devices, the need for more efficient fleet management solutions has never been greater,” stated Neal Sandy, head of Product Strategy and Management for Patient Care Solutions, GE HealthCare. “The introduction of ReadyFix represents a significant step forward in connected care management, launching first with MAC VU360 and designed with the intent to be compatible with additional devices and care areas in the future.*** By simplifying the operation and maintenance of our MAC VU360 ECG workstations, we’re helping care teams stay focused on delivering timely cardiac patient care.”

GE HealthCare is a global healthcare solutions provider of advanced medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and AI, cloud ,and software solutions. Serving patients and providers for 130 years, GE HealthCare delivers innovations designed for the next era of medicine across its Imaging, Advanced Visualization Solutions, Patient Care Solutions, and Pharmaceutical Diagnostics segments. The $20.6 billion business employs approximately 54,000 workers.

* Use of ReadyFix is limited to ReadyFix-enabled devices. MAC VU360 software version 3.0 is required.
** Actual time may vary slightly due to hospital network and processing times.
*** Technology in development that represents ongoing research and development efforts. These technologies may not become products and may not be available for sale in all regions.
**** The statements by Tony Williams described here are based on the customer’s own opinion and on results that were achieved in the customer’s unique setting. Since there is no “typical” hospital and many variables exist, i.e. hospital size, case mix, etc. there can be no guarantee that other customers will achieve the same results.

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ⁱⁱⁱ ”63% of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Can Be Found in Hospital Networks.” HIPAA Journal, March 12, 2024. https://www.hipaajournal.com/63pc-known-exploited-vulnerabilities-hospital-networks/
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^v U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Medical Equipment Repairers: Occupational Outlook Handbook. Accessed December 19, 2025. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/Installation-Maintenance-and-Repair/Medical-equipment-repairers.htm.
^vi Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). “Forum Participants Tackle HTM Personnel Pipeline Shortage.” AAMI News. Accessed December 19, 2025. https://array.aami.org/content/news/forum-participants-tackle-htm-personnel-pipeline-shortage.