Smart Reporting to Acquire Fluency for Imaging — uniting to create Jacobian and accelerate AI-powered reporting

Under the joint leadership of the founders of Smart Reporting and Fluency for Imaging, Jacobian will accelerate the AI-driven transformation of diagnostic imaging reporting and workflow.

Munich, Germany / Pittsburgh, USA – October 15, 2025.

Smart Reporting, a pioneer in AI-powered diagnostic reporting, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fluency for Imaging, the market-leading radiology reporting and workflow platform.

Founded by radiologists in 2014, Smart Reporting has become a global reference point for standardized and automated diagnostic reporting - bridging clinical expertise with next-generation AI. Upon closing the transaction, the teams and technologies of Smart Reporting and Fluency for Imaging (FFI) will take their next significant step, the whole teams uniting to form Jacobian.

A new diagnostic-imaging-focused company, Jacobian will combine trusted workflow, market leading AI and speech and language technology, with standardized, computable clinical reporting in a single, deeply integrated solution.

Radiology is at a critical inflection point: exam volumes are rising, radiologist shortages persist, and cost pressures continue to mount. While imaging AI has demonstrated clear promise, adoption has been slowed by fragmented workflows and limited clinical alignment.

With new investment, focus and leadership, Jacobian will address this gap by delivering seamless, AI powered experiences that are purpose built for radiologists and grounded in clinical best practices.

The combined strengths of the FFI and Smart Reporting platforms constitute a powerful, holistic solution for radiologists:

Fluency for Imaging

  • Market-leading speech recognition and natural language understanding: Five time Best in KLAS - Speech Recognition: Front-End Imaging.
  • Intuitive templates, macros, and automation tailored to individual and enterprise preferences.
  • Deep, industry leading integrations across RIS, PACS, and diverse reporting workflows for a fast, reliable, and frictionless experience.

Smart Reporting

  • Standardized, computable reporting designed by radiologists to increase depth, precision, and clinical value.
  • Contextual integration of EHR data, modality and viewer signals, and AI outputs into curated clinical knowledge graphs.
  • Automation that enables guideline aligned reporting and actionable data for quality, analytics, and downstream care.

Building on a two year innovation partnership, the formation of Jacobian brings together intellectual property, medical knowledge modeling, advanced AI capabilities, whole product and engineering teams, and industry leading customer support to ensure continuity and accelerate responsible AI adoption at scale in everyday practice.

Leadership

Jacobian will be led by the radiologist founders of Smart Reporting and the AI pioneers behind Fluency for Imaging.

Operating globally, Jacobian will be headquartered in Munich, Germany and Pittsburgh, USA, serving customers across the USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia through localized hosting and services. Combined, Jacobian will process over 80 million exams per year and will support and grow a global user base that is ranked number one in Australia and number two in the USA and Canada.

Smart Reporting’s acquisition of FFI is anticipated to close by the end of 2025, while Jacobian and its new leadership team will reveal forthcoming innovations and additional details on partnerships and outcomes at RSNA 2025.

Prof. Dr. Wieland Sommer, Founder of Smart Reporting:

“With significant investment, a clear focus on diagnostic imaging, and an exceptional leadership team, Jacobian is committed to writing the next chapter of innovation for FFI.

“We will strengthen FFI’s leadership position by bringing cutting-edge GenAI right into the known FFI environment, helping radiologists work faster, better, and more consistently - without disruption - and in a way that keeps their expertise at the center. In summary: Same people. Same dedication. More capability.”

Russ Cardwell, VP of Sales, US, Fluency for Imaging:

"This will take our deep, client-first commitment to the next level and deliver faster innovation. Jacobian is focused on enabling radiologists to thrive and drive diagnostic excellence for every patient by improving reporting speed and consistency without sacrificing quality.”


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RSNA

Jacobian will be exhibiting at RSNA 2025 between November 30 and December 3, from booth 1729.

OUR PURPOSE

We empower physicians to deliver diagnostic excellence for every patient

Radiologists and pathologists are overburdened, and the industry can’t keep up with imaging demand. Jacobian exists to solve that problem.

"Intelligence Amplified" reflects Jacobian’s core philosophy: Enhancing - not replacing - human expertise with AI and automation.

Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team

Building the future of diagnostic reporting together

Jacobian brings together Smart Reporting and Fluency for Imaging, the Best-in-KLAS radiology solution from the former M*Modal, under a shared mission: to deliver diagnostic excellence for every patient.

By seamlessly embedding a deep understanding of the language of healthcare, medical knowledge, and clinical documentation into diagnostic workflows, we empower physicianswith technology that adapts to them—not the other way around.

Fluency for Imaging
Smart Reporting

Developed by doctors for doctors

Smart Reporting brought deep medical knowledge and guidelines to enhance clinical documentation and decision-making. Fluency for Imaging pioneered best-in-KLAS AI-driven speech recognition and efficient workflow automation for radiologists.

Jacobian Team
Jacobian Team

Delivering diagnostic excellence

Together, as Jacobian, we are not just delivering technology—we are creating a knowledge layer for diagnostic reporting that transforms data into insights, software into intelligent assistance, and repetitive tasks into seamless automation. So radiologists can focus on what matters most: delivering diagnostic excellence for every patient.

Introducing our team

Wieland Sommer

Chief Executive Officer

Russ Cardwell

SVP North America

Doug Gilbert

VP Customer Success US

Terence Conway

Executive Director Australia

Chris McIntyre

VP Product

Alexander Albert

VP Sales & Business Development

Gordon Pickles

Business Development Manager, Fluency for Imaging

Jacque Alsop

Program Manager Australia

Andrei Morariu

Radiologist

The story behind our name

Our name comes from the Jacobian matrix, a mathematical model of adaptability and transformation.

German mathematician Carl Gustav Jacob Jacobi

German mathematician Carl Gustav Jacob Jacobi revolutionized differential equations, number theory, and vector calculus, with his Jacobian matrix and determinant remaining essential in physics, economics, and engineering. Today, his work underpins artificial intelligence and machine learning, where the Jacobian matrix enables gradient-based optimization and backpropagation, refining AI models to improve accuracy.

Jacobi’s once-theoretical mathematics now drives AI-powered diagnostic reporting, shaping the future of modern healthcare.

Jacobian matrix
/dʒəˈkoʊbiən/

Carl Gustav Jacob Jacobi (b. 1804)

In mathematics, a tool to describe grand transformations in complex systems.

Our solutions

Jacobian combines trusted performance with cutting-edge innovation to deliver the next generation of medical reporting.

A global team addressing a global problem

Jacobian is built by world-class talent from around the globe. We bring together top clinical minds, engineers, and innovators to develop real-world solutions that improve diagnostic accuracy and streamline workflows for clinicians and their organizations worldwide.

With a team spanning the 10 countries, we operate on a global scale, but our cause is personal: to enable physicians to deliver diagnostic excellence for every patient.

Hear what our employees have to say

"At the end of the day, what brings me the most satisfaction in my job is the ability to provide exceptional service to our customers. Whether I’m helping onboard a new customer or supporting an existing one, it’s incredibly rewarding to step into their shoes, understand their needs and challenges, and help them find solutions that ultimately enhance both patient care and outcomes. I’m fortunate to work alongside an Imaging team that shares this passion for customer service. From Sales and Development to Adoption, Account Management, Marketing, Support, and Implementations, we’re united by a common goal: to serve our customers and help them improve patient care."

Doug Gilbert
Senior Manager, Imaging, United States

“Through constant collaboration and a genuine spirit of supporting one another, we've created an environment that feels more like a family than just a workplace. Each person brings unique strengths and experiences, and together, we overcome challenges and celebrate wins. It's the people around me that truly make working here special—everyone is passionate, dedicated, and always ready to lend a helping hand. I'm truly grateful to be part of such a dynamic and supportive team.”

Gordon Pickles
Business Development Manager, Canada

“What drives me every day is our commitment to supporting customers throughout their journey. From first use to daily routine, we understand their needs and adapt our solutions to case complexity and personal preferences, enhancing their expertise and creating a lasting impact. This allows them to focus on what matters most: patient care. Being part of a mission-driven team where technology meets real clinical needs makes my role both inspiring and meaningful.”

Lisa v. Deym
Customer Success, EMEA

“I’m a radiologist, and working at Smart Reporting for the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. The chance to make a real difference in the lives of radiologists and patients motivates me every day. Our innovative solutions alleviate the mental burden of complex cases and automate repetitive tasks, allowing radiologists to focus on what truly matters. It’s exciting to be part of a company that prioritizes fast, impactful innovation!”

Andrei Morariu
Medical Affairs, DACH

“After several years working for large corporations, I decided to make the transition to a smaller company. My goal was to be part of an organization that embraces its mission and the values of its people. I have full faith that our products will greatly enhance reporting efficiency and ensure quality results. Additionally, I see that every member of our organization is committed to working together as a unified team. This sense of teamwork is crucial for my success and the success of the company.”

Beth Burns
Sales, US