“Information Technology is a central and integral part of Olympus’ entire business strategy. Our high-degree of standardization allows us to offer flexible solutions to today’s and tomorrows business requirements.”
Information Systems Manager
Because we are consistent in our implementation, use and advancement of proven IT tools and standards, Olympus can react flexibly and quickly to market changes and customer needs. This also means that we can offer services that are moderate in cost and interregional in nature across all business fields, even in the demanding medical field, where requirements regarding quality, security and availability are especially high.
Our IT processes are built in such way that we can efficiently respond to the changing demands at all business levels: Our customers, our subsidiaries and distributors and our headquarters in Hamburg.
IT at Work
In cooperation with IT suppliers, Olympus is constantly involved in various projects that lead to new knowledge and innovations. Due to our partnership approach, all parties are able to benefit from these projects.
Here are some examples of our IT infrastructure at work:
- All “mission critical” systems are available 24x7
- Efficient resource utilization through shared services and videoconferencing
- VPN allows mobile users to work anywhere
- e-CRM in use in hospitals for a proactive early warning system that prevents mistakes
- Internet benchmark system that allows Endoscopy customers to compare themselves to competitors on the market
- Modern workflow system so that replacement parts and repair centre resources can be allocated as soon as a product is brought in for repair
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