INS LifeGuard
The World Supply Situation for Medical Device Manufacturers
INS LifeGuard • April 25, 2022
It’s no secret that many companies are struggling with supply chain disruptions and stock shortages as a direct result of international issues beyond their control, from COVID-19 and the war in Europe to the shortage of critical metals needed for manufacturing. In our extensive experience in supplying various equipment options, around 20% of all medical device manufacturers are struggling to manage component shortages.
Manufacturers for some of the in-home technology that we supply and monitor at The INS Group have recently advised us that they are expecting significant supply issues relating to critical components and some manufacturers will even be ceasing production of some critical components entirely at some stage in the very near future.
Instead of waiting for this to be a problem we have decided to pro-actively address the issue by sourcing up to date and supported equipment for future use.
What We Are Offering
To be sure that we continue to provide the highest quality service, we have decided to release a new program for our loyal customers allowing them to trade in their current eligible diallers for versions that, based on the information we have to date, will not be materially affected by the supply problems that our manufacturers are anticipating.
This offer is based upon trading in eligible hardware for new alternate hardware options that we have been able to secure volumes of on special pricing from the different manufacturers. The offer lasts until stocks run out.
New Products We Are Supplying
SmartHome LGX
The LGX represents the latest in technology in a compact, smart-looking device that shares many of the Smartphone IPD features and includes Ethernet, Wifi, Bluetooth and Zigbee connectivity. It will be compatible with the Managers Portal and INS LifeGuardian Connect® app. It is compatible with other current SmartHome peripherals such as pendants, call points, smoke detectors, etc, so there will be no need to replace those. See the attached document for further information.
SmartLink Medi-Guardian MKII
The Smartlink Guardian is a popular, robust dialler manufactured in Australia. Whilst not compatible with SmartHome peripheral devices it comes together with one pendant and other peripherals can be optioned.
Chiptech Seven LE
The Seven LE includes most of the same features as the Smartlink Guardian, but includes Ethernet and Wifi connectivity. Like the Smartlink Guardian it comes packaged with one transmitter with other optional peripherals being able to be added. See the attached document for further information
Further details and comparisons between the devices can be found here.
The INS Group can provide all-in-one subscription rental solutions to upgrade to our most recent 4G technologies, for a simple, low-cost monthly price with no upfront costs. Coupled with Australia’s Premiere Emergency Response Service, you can provide your residents with the very best Medical Alarm Technology.
If you have another device in mind let us know as we can probably support it as well.
Cash Flow
You will also note that we offer comprehensive payment terms and options to assist villages with budgeting. Spreading the costs of acquisition over time has obvious advantages to you and we are willing to speak with you about your financial needs.
Contact Us
To take advantage of the offer, or to discuss your needs in more detail please let us know and we will have one of our team reach out to you.
About
INS LifeGuard is the only 24/7 nurse on-call personal and medical monitoring in Australia. We provide monitoring technology for both in the home and on the go and can also monitor other provider's equipment. Our services are suitable for anyone wanting support to stay independent such as the elderly, those with medical conditions and disabilities plus enhancing safety and security for lone workers.
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