Abstract: A system and method for providing updates to medical devices is disclosed. In one example, the medical devices are configured to pull update files in response to the reception of an update message from a server. Once the update files are downloaded by a medical device, the update files can be installed. While the medical device pulls the update files, the medical device can continue with its normal operation. If desired, a user can select which medical devices should be updated, based on any desired factors, such as the physical location of the device, the model of the device, the type of device, and the way the device is being used.

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method whereby a single apparatus, with both electronic identity and optical identity is used to identify a customer or user. The electronic identity is provided by a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) circuit in the apparatus, while the optical identity is provided by a 1D or 2D barcode affixed to the apparatus. When the apparatus is scanned at a point-of-sale system with an RFID or barcode reader, the appropriate identity is provided to the point-of-sale system, thereby allowing a customer to link the transaction with a customer account.