In a major announcement from Tokyo, Olympus Corporation revealed a bold new strategy to transform the future of endoscopy-enabled care—shifting from traditional hardware to AI-powered, robotic, and cloud-connected solutions that promise earlier detection, safer procedures, and seamless continuity of care.
Under CEO Bob White’s leadership, Olympus’ three strategic pillars—Innovation-driven Growth, Simplicity, and Accountability—aim to accelerate MedTech innovation while improving operational agility. The company will undergo a global organizational transformation projected to yield ¥24 billion in annual savings and streamline its workforce by about 2,000 positions.
Financially, Olympus is targeting 5% annual revenue growth, 10% EPS CAGR, and enhanced free cash flow by 2029, supported by dynamic capital deployment across innovation, dividends, and strategic M&A. Leadership transitions include Keith Boettiger stepping into the role of Gastrointestinal Solutions Division Head and the retirement of Yasuo Takeuchi, who guided Olympus’ evolution into a pure-play MedTech leader.