Watch Video Cybersecurity and System Integrity in Surgical Robotics – Carolyn Barber and Elliot Helms
In this interview, Josef de Pfeiffer speaks with Carolyn Barber, Director of Key Accounts – Surgical Robotics at Novanta, and Elliot Helms, Advanced Solution Engineer, Novanta Robotics & Automation, about cybersecurity in surgical robotics.
They explore key threats, the importance of securing software and system configurations, and how cybersecurity is shaping innovation, patient safety and regulatory expectations.
The interview covers:
00:00 – Intro
00:31 – Quick background and roles at Novanta
02:18 – When we talk about cybersecurity risks in surgical robotics, what are some of the most realistic threat scenarios manufacturers should be thinking about today?
04:07 – How can unauthorized software loading or system modifications impact the performance or safety of surgical robotic systems if left unaddressed?
05:11 – From a components and subsystems perspective, why is securing configuration and calibration parameters so critical in patient-centric environments?
06:11 – What role does software play in proactively preventing cyber incidents, rather than reacting after a vulnerability is discovered?
07:18 – How does Novanta approach balancing innovation and connectivity with the need for system integrity, reliability, and trust?
09:35 – Looking ahead, how do you see cybersecurity shaping customer expectations and regulatory conversations in the surgical robotics space?
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