The brief

Analyst view

• MedTech division is 36% of JNJ revenue; $8.6B sales Q1 2026, up 7.7%.
• Ottava: FDA de novo authorization July 22, 2026 for 10 general surgery procedures.
• Table-integrated design saves 30-50% OR space, automated positioning, Polyphonic digital ecosystem.

Technical approach

As reported

Table Integration

Arms built into the surgical table

Four robotic arms fold into the operating table, eliminating boom or cart-mounted structure. Unfold when needed, collapse underneath when not in use.

Automation

Software-coordinated procedural poses

Pre-defined positions move arms automatically. Twin Motion synchronizes table and arms for patient repositioning without disrupting the procedure.

Surgical Instruments

Redesigned tools for robotic surgery

Specialized instruments: two-in-one needle driver, monopolar curved scissors optimized for robotic platform.

Digital Integration

Polyphonic ecosystem

Ottava connects to J&J's Polyphonic digital platform for data-driven surgical insights, continuous learning and integration with hospital information systems.

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