How we see things
We design medical products. Right here in Bermuda. It's a point of pride. We're not just distributors. We're innovators. We take the time to understand the specific needs of our island community. Then we design products to meet those needs. The manufacturing happens overseas. That's the reality of global production. But the heart of the process – the design, the ingenuity, the problem-solving – that happens here. And it's crucial we support it.
Why? Because it's about more than just jobs. It's about building a stronger, more resilient Bermuda. It's about investing in our future.
Jobs: Building a Knowledge Economy
Let's start with the obvious. Local product development creates local jobs. Good jobs. Jobs that require specialized skills. Engineers. Designers. Regulatory specialists. These are the people who drive innovation. They're the ones who build our knowledge economy.
Think about it. If we rely solely on imported, off-the-shelf products, what happens? We become passive consumers. We lose the ability to create. We lose the opportunity to develop our own expertise. We lose jobs.
Supporting local product development means investing in our people. It means giving Bermudians the chance to work in cutting-edge fields. It means building a workforce that can compete globally. It means creating opportunities for our young people, so they don't have to leave the island to find fulfilling careers.
Knowledge: The Foundation of Innovation
Jobs are important. But it's more than just a paycheck. It's about the knowledge that comes with it. When we design products locally, we gain valuable expertise. We learn about materials. We learn about manufacturing processes. We learn about regulatory requirements. We learn about the specific needs of the Bermuda market.
This knowledge is invaluable. It's not something you can buy off the shelf. It's something you have to build, piece by piece, through experience. And once you have it, it becomes a powerful asset. It allows you to innovate. It allows you to create better products. It allows you to solve problems that are unique to Bermuda.
Imagine a scenario where we didn't have local product development expertise. We'd be completely reliant on overseas companies to understand our needs. They might try. But they wouldn't have the same deep understanding of our market, our culture, our unique challenges.
Local knowledge is the foundation of innovation. It's what allows us to create products that are truly tailored to the needs of our community.
Better Products: Tailored to Bermuda
And that brings us to the most important point: better products. When we design products locally, we can customize them to meet the specific needs of the Bermuda market. We understand the challenges of our climate. We understand the demographics of our population. We understand the specific healthcare needs of our community.
For example, consider medical devices. A product designed for a large, urban hospital in the United States might not be suitable for a small clinic in Bermuda. We might need a smaller, more portable device. We might need a device that can withstand our humid climate. We might need a device that's easier for our local healthcare professionals to use.
By designing products locally, we can address these specific needs. We can create products that are more effective, more efficient, and more appropriate for our community. This translates to better healthcare outcomes for all Bermudians.
Economic Growth: A Ripple Effect
Supporting local product development isn't just good for jobs and knowledge. It's good for the economy. When we develop products locally (even if the final production is overseas), we create a ripple effect. We support local suppliers. We support local businesses. We generate tax revenue.
This economic activity benefits the entire community. It allows us to invest in infrastructure. It allows us to improve our schools. It allows us to create a better future for Bermuda.
Resilience: Building a Stronger Island
Finally, supporting local product development makes us more resilient. It reduces our reliance on imports. It makes us less vulnerable to disruptions in the global supply chain. We've seen firsthand how these disruptions can impact our access to essential products, especially during times of crisis.
By developing our own expertise, we become more self-sufficient. We become better equipped to handle whatever challenges come our way. We build a stronger, more resilient Bermuda.
The Choice is Ours
We have a choice. We can continue to rely on imported products. We can accept the status quo. Or we can invest in our own capabilities. We can support local product development. We can build a stronger, more innovative Bermuda.
It's not always the easiest path. It requires investment. It requires commitment. But it's the right path. It's the path that will lead to a brighter future for our island.
We feel privileged to be a company that is doing this work. We encourage more Bermudians to enter these fields. Together, we need to create a supportive environment for innovation.
This isn't just about business. It's about community. It's about building a better Bermuda for ourselves and for future generations. It's about recognizing the value of our own ingenuity, our own expertise, our own ability to create. It's about supporting Bermuda's own. And that's something we all should be proud to do.
