Application and optimization strategies of Internet of Things (IoT) technology in medical device management

Abstract

As the healthcare industry accelerates its shift toward intelligent systems, the management of medical devices — being a critical link in this transformation — must overcome the limitations of traditional approaches. Conventional management relies heavily on manual record-keeping and periodic inspections, often resulting in delayed maintenance and inefficient resource allocation due to information lag. This paper provides an in-depth analysis of how Internet of Things (IoT) technologies can be applied to medical device management — specifically through functions such as real-time equipment monitoring and tracking, remote management and maintenance, and data collection and analysis — and explores the ways in which these applications enhance operational efficiency and device reliability. We then identify key challenges in the practical implementation of IoT — such as data security risks and device-compatibility issues — and propose targeted optimization strategies. Our goal is to offer healthcare institutions a reference framework for building safer, more efficient, and fully intelligent device-management systems.