The field of medical imaging is rapidly evolving, offering unprecedented insights into human health and transforming patient care. But virtualizing these resource-intensive applications has long been a challenge for healthcare organizations. The need for high-resolution imaging—coupled with the limitations of traditional virtualization platforms—poses technological challenges that hamper progress in this critical area of healthcare.
Overcoming the GPU hurdle in medical imaging virtualization
ComputerVault is an on-premises cloud provider offering a complete suite of tools for building and supporting private clouds without third-party software. The company specializes in virtualization solutions, particularly in medical imaging, enabling healthcare organizations to leverage advanced imaging capabilities cost-effectively and efficiently without the need for expensive GPU infrastructure.
ComputerVault faced a significant challenge: rendering medical images at resolutions high enough to support clinical use without relying on graphics processing units (GPUs). This obstacle had long confronted medical device manufacturers, who struggled to find virtualization platforms that could effectively render medical images both on-premises and in the cloud.
“Our partnership with the medical device manufacturer presented a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of what was considered possible in medical imaging virtualization,” says Marc Zarrella, vice president and head of revenue and partnerships at ComputerVault. “By combining our expertise in virtualization technologies with their deep understanding of medical imaging requirements, we were able to develop a solution that delivers exceptional performance and image quality, without the need for costly and complex GPU infrastructure.”
A powerful partnership in healthcare innovation
HPE and the HPE OEM Program played a crucial role in helping ComputerVault bring its vision to life. Using HPE ProLiant servers, ComputerVault developed a powerful new tool for healthcare professionals and organizations, overcoming previous roadblocks to virtualization adoption in medical imaging. The collaboration between ComputerVault and HPE engineers facilitated the solution’s success, with HPE providing essential expertise in configuring the HPE ProLiant servers and selecting optimal components for rendering medical images. This powerful partnership accelerated the development process, enabling ComputerVault to bring their innovative solution to market quickly.
Cutting-edge technology: The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 server platform
The solution centers around the HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 server platform, which ComputerVault certified as surpassing its performance and uptime benchmarks. This certification underscores the platform's ability to deliver high-performance virtual infrastructure environments with minimal maintenance, supported by ComputerVault’s comprehensive managed services. The HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11 server platform proves its exceptional performance in central processing unit (CPU), input/output (I/O), network storage, and input/output operations per second (IOPS). This setup allows ComputerVault to offer a solution that not only meets but exceeds the demanding requirements of medical imaging applications.
Win-win solutions: Benefits for all stakeholders in healthcare technology
Through collaborative innovation, ComputerVault and HPE are transforming the landscape of medical imaging. ComputerVault challenges the status quo with its revolutionary medical imaging virtualization solution, opening new possibilities in healthcare IT. HPE reinforces its leadership in healthcare technology infrastructure by providing reliable, high-performance hardware and global support. Healthcare organizations can now easily and cost-effectively adopt virtualization for medical imaging, reducing total cost of ownership (TCO) and improving operational efficiency. And healthcare professionals gain seamless access to innovative imaging technology across various devices and locations, enhancing their ability to provide quality patient care and advance medical research.
These benefits extend beyond mere technological advancement. The solution's exceptional agility and reliability empower healthcare organizations to bypass traditional, time-consuming infrastructure setups. Instead of grappling with lengthy, resource-draining processes, medical facilities can now swiftly harness advanced imaging capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and the quality of patient care.
The future of medical imaging: Scalable, innovative, and accessible
This partnership expands ComputerVault's market reach and accelerates healthcare innovation. HPE's scalable solutions enable rapid growth from pilots to large-scale deployments, offering immediate return on investment (ROI). As healthcare embraces digital transformation, ComputerVault’s solution is set to shape the future of medical imaging technology.
Zarrella envisions virtualization as a key driver of innovation and improved patient outcomes in medical imaging. “We aim to empower healthcare professionals with the tools they need to deliver exceptional care,” he says. This vision involves breaking down the barriers of physical hardware dependency, allowing healthcare organizations to push the boundaries of what's possible in medical imaging.
Transforming healthcare: The broader impact of virtualization in medical imaging
This collaboration aligns with healthcare technology trends. As virtualization and cloud computing transform the industry, ComputerVault’s platform is set to revolutionize patient care and advance medical research. Virtualized cutting-edge imaging capabilities open new avenues for collaboration and data-driven decision-making in healthcare.
This innovation addresses the growing need for flexible, accessible healthcare solutions, accelerated by recent global events. By enabling high-quality medical imaging on a virtualized platform, ComputerVault and HPE foster a more resilient and adaptable healthcare ecosystem.
Future impact: Virtualized medical imaging in practice
“The technology we've developed holds immense promise for revolutionizing patient care and will advance medical research and enhance educational opportunities for healthcare professionals,” says Zarrella. “This virtualized environment for accessing cutting-edge imaging capabilities opens new avenues for collaboration, promising to foster knowledge sharing and data-driven decision-making across the healthcare industry, potentially transforming how medical professionals work and learn.”
Whether you're a healthcare provider seeking to optimize your imaging capabilities or a technology innovator looking to make your mark in the medical field, the collaboration between ComputerVault and HPE demonstrates the transformative power of strategic partnerships in driving healthcare innovation forward.
You can read the full story here: Overcoming the challenges in medical imaging virtualization
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MattQuirk
With a passion for innovation and technology, I am lucky enough to work within high-growth opportunities across multiple industries including manufacturing, healthcare, energy, media and entertainment and security - with technology innovations that are advancing the way people live and work such as AI, autonomous everything and 5G.