Internet of Things & Cyber Risk
The Internet of Things (IoT) creates many opportunities for medical device makers. But if it’s connected, it can be hacked. Forward thinkers in the industry are examining the growing threat of cyber security and how it impacts product safety and viability. Let’s see...
read moreThe Odds of Being Drafted: NFL Players vs Surgeons
Pro Life - Surgeons Vs. NFL Players Written by Dr. Aaron Ali, Founding Partner and CEO of MedtoMarket Consulting, Inc The probability of playing in the National Football League is about 0.09% for a high school football player. If the player makes it to the college...
read moreMedical Device Risk Management – Part 2
In our last post, we covered medical device risk management and how it relates to users, reimbursement, the FDA, and sub-components. In this article, we continue the discussion based on assembly, funding, patent, and supply chain factors. We’ll also touch upon missed...
read moreMedical Device Risk Management – Part 1
A robust medical device risk management strategy greatly increases the possibility of success. It’s not enough to say, “My product is safe.” What about the risks of product acceptance? How about assembly risk? In this part 1 of 2 articles, we explore user acceptance,...
read moreManaging Medical Device Change Control
Medical device change control can be as critical to your company as when you first launched your product. Prudent manufacturers can meet all requirements without an excessive drain on resources. The key remains in proper situational and risk analysis. Three Types Of...
read moreBundled Healthcare and Medical Devices
Bundled Healthcare Packages - Are You Ready? One of the biggest game changers in healthcare reform is bundled care packages. This new form of medical service packaging/payment will impact every stakeholder, including the medical device manufacturer. Are you properly...
read moreWho’s Doing Your Medical Technology Assessment?
For medical device or product manufacturers, knowing the expectations of actual end users can make or break a product's future. Unfortunately, many companies attempt to predict reactions rather than objectively testing them. This can lead to lost resources and even...
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