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Solventum Announces Intent to Separate its Health Information Systems Business

The company said the unit’s separation could take 12 to 18 months and may attract additional buyers as it refocuses on core businesses.

  • On Wednesday, Solventum announced plans to divest its Health Information Systems unit, allowing the company to focus on its dental and MedSurg segments following pressure from activist investors.
  • The HIS division generates $1.4 billion in annual sales, and separating the unit enables Solventum to prioritize long-term growth by distinguishing its software business from core medical products and devices.
  • Solventum Chief Executive Bryan Hanson told analysts Wednesday the company has not decided between a spin-off or sale, with officials anticipating the separation process will take 12 to 18 months.
  • Hanson reported receiving interest in HIS from outside parties, though officials from major shareholder Trian declined to comment on the divestiture announcement.
  • This separation marks a significant step in Solventum's three-phase transformation strategy, aimed at maximizing shareholder value following the company's 2024 spin-off from 3M.
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Solventum Announces Intent to Separate its Health Information Systems Business

Strengthens the focus of Solventum as a dedicated MedTech company and advances its three-phase transformation strategyPositions Health Information Systems, a leading, scaled, healthcare software business, to accelerate its strategic vision and growth agenda as a separate entityUnlocks shareholder value and…

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