Day 1: Strategic Perspectives, Requirements for Next Generation MedTech
The first day focuses on future generations of medical devices, including:

• Platform strategies for scalable product families
• Software-defined medical devices
• Interoperability and connected systems

Together with experts from industry and engineering, we will discuss how these technologies impact product architectures and quality, development processes, time & cost reduction, and regulatory requirements.

Day 2: Corner Stones for Future Device Development: Connectivity and AI
The second day dives into the benefits and challenges of operating theatres and ICUs. The second focus will be on AI.
Presentations will address topics such as:

• IEEE 11073 SDC: Interoperability enables future-ready system architecture
• Simulation and test strategies for connected systems
• Artificial intelligence in medical technology: Developing MedTech with AI, developing AI for MedTech

Learn from real-world project examples how modern engineering methods help ensure the safe and efficient development of complex medical systems.

Day Two: Workshop Opportunities

• Quick start to CANopen
• Shift Left, Ship Faster with a unified embedded ecosystem
• Developing Medical Devices in the SDC ecosystem

Note: Seats are limited. Preregistration for up to two workshops is necessary.

Experience It Firsthand: Accompanying Exhibition
Between sessions, you will have the opportunity to explore technologies and tools used in MedTech engineering firsthand.
Take the opportunity to speak with experts and discover solutions for software development, testing, simulation, and system integration up close.

Connect with the MedTech Engineering Community
In addition to the presentations, the symposium offers numerous opportunities for professional exchange and networking. At the evening event at the end of the first day, you will have the opportunity to continue discussions from the sessions in a relaxed atmosphere and connect with peers from across the MedTech community.

Secure Your Spot
Join the MedTech engineering community in Karlsruhe to discuss the latest technologies, methods, and best practices for developing modern medical systems. Secure your place at the Vector Medical Engineering Symposium 2026 today.