FAQ | BioT

Can BioT be deployed on-prem?

The BioT platform was designed to work on the most common cloud environment including on-prem private clouds.

Can BioT be deployed on any cloud?

Yes. BioT incorporates a cloud abstraction architecture, enabling it to execute on different cloud environments.

How much does BioT cost? What other costs do I need to take into account?

BioT is a SaaS platform with a monthly subscription model, where you can choose out of several subscription plans. We are happy to learn more about your needs and recommend to you the most relevant plan.

What is the typical timeframe it takes to launch a BioT powered device to the market?

This process depends on a bunch of factors, which include the existing device connectivity capabilities, the set of desired features, and regulations you are required to meet. Some of our customers are up and running in less than 2 months while it can take up to 6 months for the others to launch to production.

Who owns the device’s data?

The BioT software is deployed on your cloud account so your data is collected directly to your cloud and you have full ownership of it.

Does the BioT platform support class III devices?

Yes. We have customers that successfully qualified regulation compliance for class 3 devices while using the BioT platform.

How can BioT guarantee that my solution is secured and will not be hacked?

BioT continuously monitors the cyber threat landscape and scouts state-of-the-art solutions to cyber challenges, which it applies promptly, and releases platform updates as frequently as needed. BioT gained over 15 cloud certifications focusing on cloud security. Moreover, BioT undergoes routine penetration tests by various cybersecurity auditing companies. Needless to say that BioT complies with all the published digital health cybersecurity guidelines such as the FDA cybersecurity guidance.

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Can I customize the BioT platform on my own?

Yes. BioT enables you both - run your own algorithms within the platform and customize most of the modules to meet your special unique needs. All the modules which were developed to support low-code modifications are well documented, and arrive with code samples. Moreover, you can easily define new entities, relations and rules via the BioT Console.

How can I run my algorithms when working with BioT?

We have a dedicated plugin API that enables you to deploy and execute your own algorithms and code on any of BioT’s modules, including the Measurement module that derives the measurements stream from the device. BioT can support almost any coding language or technology.

What benefits does the BioT platform provide over standard cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft?

BioT is a verticalized application platform for the specific use case of connected medical devices. Unlike standard cloud platforms, BioT manages caregiver and patient-device workflows, such as remote patient monitoring, adherence, and reimbursement.

How does BioT protect my patients’ privacy?

As a platform for IoMT (Internet of Medical Things) devices, privacy is the highest priority in each feature of the platform. BioT encrypts and deidentifies PHI as needed, makes sure nothing slips to ancillary data stores like log files, and guarantees data privacy through HIPAA BAA and GDPR DPA agreements. BioT also includes specific regulation enablement features such as consent management, audit logs, and the compliant multi-region data-routing service.

Which connectivity technology should I use (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular) to communicate with BioT?

A million-dollar question! Unfortunately, there is no single correct answer. For home-use devices, most of our customers prefer to utilize BLE from the medical device to a Phone as a Gateway. Cellular (mainly 5G) is also a great option, providing incomparable ease of use, especially for the elderly, but you need to bear in mind the coverage and global deployment issues. We would be more than happy to learn about your needs and to give advice based on our experience.

How should I integrate my device to BioT?

BioT provides device SDKs for devices that execute over an operating system. For firmware running on bare metal, BioT offers its REST API and MQTT documentation, which is clear and straightforward to implement.

How should I build a patient mobile app that integrates with BioT?

For a quick start, you will get our open-source mobile application sample, which demonstrates the BioT Javascript SDK. Both the sample app and the Javascript SDK can be compiled to iOS and Android applications. They are well documented so you’ll be able to build your application in no time.

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