Konica Minolta announced today that it has completed the acquisition of digital software and hardware imaging solutions company, Viztek. Through the acquisition, Konica Minolta hopes to help its customers meet the demands of Meaningful Use in the new value-based payment model.
“Our customers are the key to our success," David Widmann, president and CEO, Konica Minolta Medical Imaging, the Americas, told HCB News. "As Konica Minolta now merges with Viztek, our customers will benefit from a greater depth of solutions – particularly health care IT solutions – to better meet their needs."
Primary imaging makes up 70 percent of all images acquired. The move toward value-based care is creating a need for primary imaging solutions that provide more economic value, clinical confidence and ease of use.
Viztek recently announced its new Exa platform for PACS, RIS and EHR systems that allows for access to images and information in any location. In 2015, the company experienced record sales for digital radiography and has since made advancements in wireless technology with dose-efficient software for pediatrics.
As part of the agreement, Viztek’s partner company, 20/20 Imaging LLC, will become Konica Minolta’s autonomous subsidiary. 20/20 Imaging is a provider of digital imaging, PACS and EHR solutions.
"Our stronger market presence is a win-win," said Widmann. "Working together, our expanded portfolio and the track record of Viztek software innovation will enable us to successfully deliver comprehensive end-to-end solutions for all imaging needs.”
