Nadia Ragnvald Caspersen Senior consultant, Medical Device QA – GBA Key2Compliance For companies seeking success in the highly regulated medical device market, setting a strategic direction that emphasizes quality management is a non-negotiable requirement. A well-planned quality management strategy can streamline regulatory compliance, foster innovation, and enhance operational efficiency. Companies that prioritize quality as a […]
Nadia Ragnvald Caspersen Senior consultant, Medical Device QA – GBA Key2Compliance Accountability and ownership are critical for maintaining high standards of quality in any organization. In the medical device sector, where patient safety is paramount, these elements become even more vital. Effective quality management depends on leaders, teams, and individuals who understand their roles and […]
Nadia Ragnvald Caspersen Senior consultant, Medical Device QA – GBA Key2Compliance When it comes to ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance of medical devices, quality management cannot be left as an afterthought. Business decisions, from the early stages of development to the final stages of manufacturing, must be driven by a commitment to quality. […]
Nadia Ragnvald Caspersen Senior consultant, Medical Device QA – GBA Key2Compliance In the highly regulated medical device industry, quality is not just a checkbox—it is a cornerstone of successful business operations. The importance of quality management in this field cannot be overstated, as it plays a vital role in ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and […]
Kristina FantDirector, Biological Safety – GBA Key2Compliance For any device that comes in contact with either a patient or a user, it is crucial to assess possible biological risks early in the development process. However, there are a lot of misunderstandings that we commonly encounter in our daily work with different medical device manufacturers. See […]
Gustav SundströmSenior Consultant, Medical Device Quality Assurance – GBA Key2Compliance AB The medical device industry holds patient safety as a top priority, but as devices grow increasingly complex, ensuring their safety demands more than just careful design—it requires a comprehensive approach. Today, medical devices rely heavily on both electrical safety mechanisms and medical device software […]
Kristina FantDirector, Biological Safety – GBA Key2Compliance AB Medical devices will go through many changes throughout their product lifecycle, such as change of suppliers for raw materials, change of production site, or development in subsequent product generations where technical improvements are central. Impact on the biological safety Throughout these processes, it is crucial to not […]
In the medical-device industry, sterilization refers to the process of eliminating forms of bacteria, viruses, fungi, as well as spores from medical devices and instruments. This step helps in ensuring that devices that come in contact with a patient’s body, during surgery or even during routine care, are free from microorganisms that may cause infections. […]
Zahra MavajianRegulatory affairs specialist – GBA Key2Compliance AB Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered official text. Always check and follow applicable local rules and regulations. Startups in the medical device or in vitro diagnostic (IVD) sectors often face challenges in obtaining regulatory approvals quickly, whether it be […]
Åsa Möllby Director, Medical Device Quality Assurance – GBA Key2Compliance One of the changes introduced by the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) in 2017 and the In Vitro Diagnostic Device Regulation (IVDR), is the requirement of a designated Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRRC). A PRRC bears the important role mandated by the MDR and IVDR […]
