Together, the companies developed the AI-based Accu-Chek SmartGuide Predict app. They said in a news release that they launched the solution in Switzerland earlier this year.
Roche first unveiled its Accu-Chek SmartGuide in an event at the 2024 Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD) conference. It won CE mark for the AI-powered CGM in July 2024. With the Predict app, users can better manage their glycemic control. It uses predictive algorithms informed by real-time glucose values and delivers insights to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
The AI features help provide actionable information, utilizing real-time CGM sensor data and user-entered information. It has three key predictive functionalities that show state-of-the-art accuracy and performance.
Glucose Predict, a continuous forecast, visualizes glucose ranges over the next two hours. Low Glucose Predict serves as a continuous watchdog for hypoglycemia, warning users up to 30 minutes before a hypoglycemic event occurs. Night Low Predict estimates the risk of hypoglycemia during the seven-hour night before people with diabetes go to bed. It evaluates the need for any preventive measures to consider before falling asleep.
Commentary from Roche and IBM officials
Moritz Hartmann, head of Roche Information Solutions:
“By harnessing the power of AI-enabled predictive technology, Roche’s Accu-Chek SmartGuide Predict App can help empower people with diabetes to take proactive measures to manage their disease. Our long-standing partnership with IBM underscores the potential of cross-industry innovation in addressing unmet healthcare needs and bringing significant advancements to patients faster. Using cutting-edge technology such as AI and machine learning helps us to accelerate time to market and to improve therapy outcomes at the same time.”
Christian Keller, GM, IBM Switzerland
“The collaboration with Roche underlines the potential of AI when it’s implemented with a clear goal – assisting patients in managing their diabetes. With our technology and consulting expertise we can offer a trusted, customized and secure technical environment that is essential to enable innovation in healthcare.”
