Years ago I predicted that software would create new business models in orthopedics and eventually "eat" orthopedics. This change would yield new growth and opportunities for the device manufacturers.
Today it is happening slowly. A few clever startups are innovating in the new software space. [Read the List of Software Startups]. However, most orthopedic companies continue to focus on hardware products - implants, instruments and disposables. Therefore, are clinging to the "hardware" mindset that they know.
For the hardware product "holdouts", I want to provide a six compellin...
The Orthopedics Industry 
