Industry Perspectives
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Decoding The FDA's Draft Guidance On Computer Software Assurance For Medical Devices & Bio/Pharma
2/6/2024
In 2022, the FDA released a draft guidance on computer software assurance that promises to reshape the validation of automated data processing system and quality system software in the pharma/medical device industry and to enhance the quality, availability, and safety of medical devices. This article walks through the key elements of the guidance.
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Drug Delivery Systems: Measurement System Analysis Using Continuous Gage R&R Studies, Part 3
12/20/2023
This is the third article in a series of three articles. It continues the discussion of measurement system analysis using continuous gage R&D studies by sharing a generic example using Minitab. Study setup, the role of the study director, analysis, and case studies are examined.
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WHO’s 6 Principles For An AI Regulatory Framework For Medical Product Development
12/14/2023
In mid-Oct. 2023, the WHO published a paper titled Regulatory Considerations on Artificial Intelligence for Health, identifying the key principles that international regulatory frameworks for artificial intelligence (AI) should address and are, in fact, starting to coalesce around. The paper was developed in consultation with a WHO Working Group whose members include regulatory authorities, policy makers, and more.
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Key Considerations In "Intended Use" And "Indications For Use" Statements For Medical Devices
12/14/2023
You are familiar with the terms “intended use” and “indications for use.” But not everyone understands exactly what they mean, how they are different, and how they are used. It's critical for the successful development, regulatory approval, and reimbursement of your device.
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Introduction To The New ASTM E3418, Standard Practice For Calculating Scientifically Justifiable Limits Of Residues For Cleaning Of Pharmaceutical And Medical Device Manufacturing Equipment And For Medical Devices
12/11/2023
The ASTM E55 Cleaning Team has developed and balloted a new standard practice for calculating safe and scientifically justifiable limits for residues found after cleaning processes. This is the first comprehensive guide to setting limits for use in cleaning validation that includes all types of chemical residues, bioburden residues, endotoxin residues, and visual residues.
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Designing Facility Monitoring Systems For Cleanrooms
12/4/2023
Let's examine the features and advantages of facility monitoring systems, system architecture considerations, and overall system considerations.
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A Brief Introduction To Environmental Monitoring For Startups
11/17/2023
Environmental monitoring is a crucial part of the pharma, biotech, and medical device field to indicate that the microbial particulate content of all cleanroom air and work surfaces is below acceptable levels. For new startups with a small number of employees wearing many hats, you might not have a deep understanding of what kind of monitoring is available, so this article shares an introduction.
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Drug Delivery Systems: Measurement System Analysis Using Continuous Gage R&R Studies, Part 2
10/27/2023
This article, part 2 of a 3-part series, examines the prerequisites phase, development and approval of the study protocol phase, execution sequence, and post-execution of a continuous gage repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) study for drug delivery system measurement system analysis.
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Drug Delivery Systems: Measurement System Analysis Using Continuous Gage R&R Studies, Part 1
10/6/2023
All drug delivery manufacturing systems undergoing quality improvement projects involve teams to gather many inputs and then to analyze the data. This article, the first in a 3-part series, provides an overview and theoretical understanding of measurement system analysis using continuous gage repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies.
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5 Smart Manufacturing Strategies For Medical Device Startups
9/28/2023
Large medical device companies with deep pockets can afford to employ technology and automation. Startups have to think differently and need to employ true strategic thinking and careful decisions. This article outlines five smart manufacturing strategies that will benefit medical device startups.