Vector Informatik Provides Free SDC Evaluation Bundle for Medical Device Manufacturers

Stuttgart, Germany – May 20, 2026 – Vector Informatik GmbH has launched a free-of-charge SDC (Service-oriented Device Connectivity) evaluation bundle. This bundle enables medical device manufacturers to analyze, evaluate performance, and test new functions based on the IEEE 11073 SDC standard. As an end-to-end solution including a mature software stack and simulation/testing capabilities (SIL/HIL), it supports efficient implementation of interoperability in clinical environments.

The SDC evaluation bundle is designed for medical device manufacturers considering interconnectivity between different vendors. The IEEE 11073 SDC standard provides a foundation for bidirectional data and service exchange, playing a crucial role in demanding healthcare environments such as operating rooms, emergency rooms, and intensive care units.

By using Vector's evaluation bundle, development managers, system architects, and software teams can quickly gain expertise and evaluate the integration of SDC into mass-produced products with minimal time investment. The bundle focuses on skill acquisition, performance evaluation, and new feature assessment, providing a robust embedded software stack and simulation tools for SIL/HIL testing.

Key benefits for device manufacturers include significantly simplified evaluation processes:

- Efficiency: Concept proofs can be realized in just a few weeks using the bundle. - Risk Reduction: Leveraging a mature implementation reduces the man-hours required for self-developing complex communication interfaces. - Comprehensive Support: Vector assists the entire project through onboarding, training, and close support.

Furthermore, it provides added value regarding regulatory compliance. The implementation is already compliant with strict industry standards; the SDC stack considers the requirements of IEEE 11073 Core standards, IEC 62304 (up to safety class C), and IEC 62443-4-1 (cybersecurity). Additionally, for mass production licenses, Vector provides a documentation package to simplify product certification up to class IIb, compliant with the EU MDR.

Vector has been involved in building standardized device networks in the medical technology sector for many years and actively contributes to the development of IEEE 11073 SDC. As an active member of the OR.NET association, Vector supports manufacturers in efficiently deploying interoperable and future-proof device architectures to market.