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Our blog is designed to provide expert guidance, practical tips, and thought leadership on key areas like medical device development, digital health, and clinical trial optimization. We cover a wide range of topics, including decentralized clinical trials (DCTs), the integration of digital health technologies (DHTs) in DCTs, and the use of Platform as a Service (PaaS) in medical device software development, to help you navigate the complex intersection of innovation and regulation. Our goal is to keep you informed and equipped with the knowledge needed to overcome industry challenges, drive innovation, and succeed in the rapidly advancing life sciences sector. Explore our blog for in-depth insights and the latest developments, and feel free to reach out if you need further assistance.

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Device Fit and Classification: When “Commercial” Becomes “Clinical” (Part 3/8)

Have you validated every DHT used in your trial for analytical, clinical, and usability accuracy?

Are you certain of each device’s risk class in all deployment countries?

How do you control firmware and algorithm updates during studies?

Who in your organization owns usability validation and change control?

Would your DHT-derived endpoints survive regulatory scrutiny tomorrow?

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Quality-by-Design for DCTs: Turning FDA’s DHT Framework Into an Inspection-Ready Reality

Could your digital endpoints survive if an FDA inspector asked you to “show how this was generated”?

Are your device, algorithm, and data teams aligned—or are they assuming someone else is handling the risk?

Do your SOPs actually support decentralized trials, or are they relics from the site-centric era?

Would your DHT data hold up across review divisions, or would firmware drift and missing lineage collapse your evidence?

Is your organization prepared for the roles it already holds—sponsor, architect, system producer, and regulated partner?

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The DHT-Ready QMS: Integrating Device, Data, and Clinical Quality into One System (Part 2/8)

Does your QMS include design-history and validation records for every DHT you use?

Are firmware, algorithms, and human-factors results governed under change control?

Can your vendor audits prove ISO 13485 and IEC 62304 compliance?

How do you integrate ALCOA++ and device traceability into your audit system?

Would your QMS withstand an FDA or MDR inspection focused on digital endpoints?

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The Shockwave: What the FDA’s DHT Framework Really Means (Part 1/8)

Are your current DHTs validated for analytical, clinical, and usability accuracy?

Who in your organization owns responsibility for device version control?

Would your DHT endpoints withstand an ALCOA++ traceability audit?

Have you mapped classification and importer roles for every deployment country?

Does your QMS integrate ISO 13485 and 14971 for device-level oversight?

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The 2024 FDA DCT Guidance Decoded: 9 Operational Traps Sponsors Still Fall Into

What hidden operational traps are still tripping sponsors under the 2024 FDA DCT guidance?

How can sponsors maintain investigator oversight across decentralized models?

Why does device validation remain a recurring inspection finding?

What data integrity gaps most concern regulators in decentralized trials?

How can operational alignment with FDA guidance accelerate study approvals?

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Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) in the Medical Device Industry: Strategies for Effective Implementation

Are you focusing your quality efforts on the right areas, or are you spreading resources too thin?

How can risk-based quality management streamline your compliance processes while ensuring patient safety?

Is your QMS ready to align with ISO 14971 and tackle modern regulatory challenges?

What steps can your team take to proactively manage risks across the entire medical device lifecycle?

Are you leveraging the right tools to simplify risk management and enhance product quality?

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Navigating AI Regulations: Insights on FDA’s AI/ML Guidance and the EU AI Act

How do the FDA's AI/ML guidance and the EU AI Act differ in regulating AI in life sciences?

What challenges do life sciences companies face when complying with both FDA and EU AI regulations?

How does the FDA's risk-based classification impact the development of AI-driven medical devices?

In what ways does the EU AI Act emphasize ethics and human rights in AI applications?

What strategies can companies adopt to navigate the complex AI regulatory landscape in the life sciences sector?

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AI Software Assurance Framework for FDA-regulated applications

How does the AI Software Assurance Framework ensure compliance in FDA-regulated applications?

What are the key components of an effective AI Software Assurance Framework?

How can life sciences companies implement governance and accountability in AI development?

What role does risk management play in AI systems within regulated environments?

How does data management contribute to the integrity of AI-driven decisions in healthcare?

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The ROI of Seeking External Advice for Medical Device Companies: Why Expert Support is a Smart Investment

How can seeking external expert advice accelerate your medical device’s time to market?

What is the ROI of engaging external consultants for your medical device company?

Could external support be the key to overcoming regulatory and market challenges in the medical device industry?

How can expert advice help your medical device company mitigate risks and avoid costly mistakes?

What benefits can SMEs in the medical device industry gain from investing in external expertise?

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Walking the Compliance Tightrope: The Risks and Challenges of Being the PRRC in the Medical Device Industry

What are the primary responsibilities of a Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRRC) in the medical device industry?

How does the PRRC ensure product safety and regulatory compliance under the EU MDR and IVDR regulations?

What are the potential risks and challenges that a PRRC faces when managing regulatory oversight?

How can a PRRC effectively mitigate non-conformities and ensure product quality assurance in medical device manufacturing?

Why is post-market surveillance critical for PRRCs, and how does it impact overall regulatory compliance?

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