PORTAGE, Mich. — News Channel 3 is receiving reports of a “severe, global disruption” at Stryker.
Several employees reached out, saying they received text messages just before 7:30 a.m. that said the reported disruption is impacting all Stryker laptops and systems connected to Stryker’s network.
In part, the message reads as follows:
“We are experiencing a severe, global disruption impacting all Stryker laptops and systems that connect our network. EDT is working to resolve the issue… Updates will be sent as information becomes available.”
The text instructs employees not to connect to Stryker’s network through any device or mobile apps, such as Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Teams.
Stryker’s team members, according to the text, are working to address the reported disruption with security experts and law enforcement.
“Our people and our sites are safe,” the text message reads. “We are focused on our customers and the patients they serve, while ensuring the continuity of their operations and our own.”
Employees told News Channel 3 they were sent home.
News Channel 3 has reached out to Stryker, but have not yet heard back. The cause of this reported disruption is not known.
Founded by Dr. Homer Stryker in Kalamazoo County, Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies.
The company, whose global headquarters is located in Portage, offers an array of products and services in Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that aim to improve patient and healthcare outcomes, according to Stryker’s website.
Globally, the company employs more than 53,000 people and has offices across 61 countries. These include the following locations:
North America
Asia Pacific
Europe
Latin America
Middle East and Africa
The company earned $22.6 billion in global sales in 2024, owns 14,200 patents, and impacts more than 150 million patients annually, Stryker’s website detailed.
As of 12:38 p.m. Wednesday, stocks at Stryker are down 13.84 points (3.86%).
This is a developing story. Stay with News Channel 3 as we work to bring you more information.
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