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Shelley Bransten said on LinkedIn that Jones has 35 years of global experience in the medical technology and life sciences fields. She has driven the digital capabilities of the VELYS orthopedic surgery robotics platform, supported Johnson & Johnson's Ottava soft tissue surgical robotics program, and is skilled at advancing digital transformation, leading large-scale organizational projects, building strategic partnerships, and creating high-performance leadership teams.

# Microsoft's New Role

After joining Microsoft, Jones will be responsible for leading Microsoft's strategic development in the healthcare and life sciences fields, focusing onPromoteAI, Cloud Technology, and Data AnalysisApplications in the healthcare industry.Under the guidance of Shelley Branstetter, Vice President of Microsoft Global Industry Solutions, he will drive Microsoft's innovation and deployment in areas such as digital healthcare solutions, personalized medicine, and telemedicine. Jones's extensive experience and global perspective will make him a key force in Microsoft's strategic layout in the healthcare industry, further solidifying Microsoft’s leading position in the healthcare sector.

Jones' addition aligns with Microsoft's strategic expansion in the healthcare sector. He will leverage his years of collaboration experience with Johnson & Johnson Medical to promote the application of Microsoft Azure in healthcare, including digital surgery platforms, smart medical devices, and data-driven healthcare solutions. Jones is particularly focused on driving healthcare innovation through AI technology, contributing to the digital transformation of the global healthcare industry.

# About Larry Jones

Larry Jones has over 35 years of extensive experience in the medical technology and life sciences fields. During his tenure as CIO of Johnson & Johnson Medical Technologies, he led multiple digital transformation projects, laying the foundation for innovation in Johnson & Johnson's medical devices. Jones’s achievements include:

• Digital Transformation Strategy: Led Johnson & Johnson Medical Technologies' $200 million global digital transformation initiative, focusing on the application of cloud technology, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the medical device field, driving the digital upgrade of the medical device industry.

  

  Ottava Soft Tissue Surgical Robot

• VELYS and Ottava Projects：Promoted the digital functions of the VELYS orthopedic surgery robot platform, supported the Johnson & Johnson Ottava soft tissue surgery robot project, and laid the technical foundation for the company in the field of soft tissue surgical robotics.

• Johnson & Johnson and Microsoft Strategic Cooperation：Facilitate the strategic cooperation between Johnson & Johnson Medical Technology and Microsoft, selecting Microsoft Azure as the preferred cloud platform for digital surgery solutions. Integrate AI, machine learning, and data analysis technologies to enhance surgical precision, reduce intraoperative risks, and promote innovative applications of personalized medicine and robotic surgery systems.

Jones's leadership and promotion of technological innovation have established him as a recognized expert in digital transformation within the medical technology field. His accomplishments at Johnson & Johnson have made significant contributions to the digital transformation of the global healthcare industry.

# Changes and Successors at Johnson & Johnson Medical Technology

Jones's departure marks a significant change for Johnson & Johnson Medical Technology. During his 35-year career at Johnson & Johnson, Jones drove technological innovation and digital transformation in several key roles.

As the global vice president and group chief information officer, Jones has led several large-scale digital transformation projects, especially in the medical device field.He promoted the cloud-connected solutions of Johnson & Johnson Medical Technologies andDigital Surgical Platform and Robotic Surgical SystemSignificant achievements have been made in this aspect.

In October 2024, Jones announced his retirement from Johnson & Johnson Medical Technologies, concluding a 35-year career with the company. Jones’s departure was followed by Jeff Srour, who, after nearly 20 years at Johnson & Johnson, took over the CIO position.

Jeff Srour will continue to drive Johnson & Johnson's progress in the fields of digital healthcare and innovative technologies, ensuring the company's leadership position in the medical industry.

# Conclusion

Larry Jones’ Joining Marks Microsoft's Strategic Expansion and Deepening in Healthcare and Life Sciences. His experience in digital transformation at Johnson & Johnson Medical and technological innovation in the healthcare field will strengthen Microsoft’s position in the global healthcare industry. Jones will leverage Microsoft’s technology platform to drive the digital upgrade of medical technology, improving and innovating global medical services.

Microsoft's digital transformation in the healthcare sector is accelerating, and as a leader, Jones will further promote the application of Microsoft Azure in the healthcare industry, driving innovative applications of technologies such as artificial intelligence and cloud computing in healthcare solutions. This transformation will not only contribute to the intelligence and personalization of the healthcare industry but also significantly improve the accessibility and efficiency of global medical services.