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Establishing and Maintaining the Right Level of Clinical Evidence under the EU IVDR

We’re proud to highlight a new publication by Pieter Bogaert, PhD—senior RA IVD consultant at QbD Group—recently featured in RAPS Regulatory Focus. In...

What Makes Usability Testing Crucial for Near-Patient and Self-Testing Devices under IVDR?

When does Annex XIV apply in Performance Studies, and what key documentation is needed for compliance?

What are the requirements for IVD Clinical Performance Studies Under IVDR and ISO 20916?

How to define your Clinical Performance Strategy?

1. Start with a clear intended purpose A strong clinical performance strategy begins with a well-defined Intended Purpose. This...

Why is Clinical Performance key to a successful IVDR submission?

The In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) represents a major shift in the regulatory landscape for IVD manufacturers, placing significant...

Accurate but appealing: How our scientific copywriters and designers collaborate to create captivating content

The life sciences landscape is vast, complex, and rapidly changing, so it can be hard to navigate. Valuable knowledge and ground-breaking...

Why scientists turn to communication: unlocking benefits for Life Sciences companies 

Scientists outside of science Many scientists catch the research bug as children. For some, the inciting incident was the gift of a...

The Journey from Science to Story

So, you’ve made a huge breakthrough on a project you’ve been working on forever, or found that your drug can actually treat a whole other group of...

Curb Your Enthusiasm – How to Avoid Rushing into Your Business Development Efforts with Unexpected Cost Consequences

Getting monetary value out of all your R&D efforts is key to the long-term success of your business. Launching products and services seems...

In-House Devices (IHDs): The Impact of IVDR, ISO 15189:2022’s Update, and MDCG 2023-1 in the EU

In May 2022, the European Union (EU) ushered in the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR), marking a significant transition from the previous In...

Why do I still need to look at my QMS under the IVDR if it is ISO 13485 certified?

In the In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) medical device industry, adhering to regulatory requirements is paramount to ensure IVDs are...

Post-Market Success under IVDR: Prioritizing PMS & PMPF

Understanding IVDR requirements To leverage the transitional provisions and ensure compliance with IVDR, manufacturers must have...

The Crucial Role of Clinical Evidence in IVDR Compliance

In the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices (IVD) manufacturing landscape, compliance with regulatory standards is paramount to...

Why start building IVDR-compliant Technical Documentation now? 

With the European Commission’s proposal for extending the transitional period for In Vitro Diagnostic Devices (IVDs), many...

Understanding the European Commission’s proposal for extending the transitional period for IVDs | QbD Group

In recent discussions, the European Commission’s proposal for extending the transitional period for In Vitro Diagnostic medical...

IVDR Transitional Extension: Why full speed ahead is still the best strategy

In the dynamic landscape of medical device regulations, the recent proposal by the European Commission to extend the transitional...

Impact of the AI Act on the MedTech and Life Sciences Industry

The AI Act was formally adopted by the full European Parliament on 13 March, and we have reviewed the current text to form our initial impressions of the...

The Impact of EU IVDR on Clinical Trials

We are pleased to share this meaningful article by two of our senior RA IVD consultants, Pieter Bogaert and Anne Paulussen, recently featured in RAPS...

Digital Therapeutics in the UK: The Post-Brexit Landscape

In earlier blog posts, we spotlighted the EU member states – Germany, Belgium, and France – and their adoption of the fast-track procedure for...

Exploring the U.S. Regulatory Framework for Mobile Health

U.S. Basic Requirements for DTx Products Subject to the U.S. Health Authority (FDA) regulations, specifically under ‘CFR Title 21...

Digital Therapeutics (DTx) in Germany: Pioneering “Deutsche Gründlichkeit” with Quality by Design

Germany has always been renowned for its meticulous attention to detail, often described by the term ‘Deutsche Gründlichkeit’. It’s no wonder then,...

The DTx Landscape in Belgium, France, and Their Inspiration from the German Model

All Digital Therapeutics (DTx) must adhere to the EU’s foundational CE marking requirements as detailed in our blog post on the ‘ EU regulatory landscape...

The Rise of Mobile Health: Taking a Closer Look at the EU Regulatory Landscape

In a landscape marked by escalating healthcare expenses and budgetary restrictions, mobile health (mHealth) has emerged as a game-changer. Endorsed by the...

Computer Software Assurance (CSA) in Pharma Industry: First Steps to move from CSV to CSA 

In the rapidly evolving pharmaceutical industry, computerized systems play a vital role in drug development, manufacturing, quality control, and...

Medical Device and IVD industry trends for 2023

At the beginning of yet another new year, it is always interesting to take a moment to reflect on the growth and future prospects within the life...

What is the purpose of Periodic Reviews in CSV?

Current regulations require that manufacturing processes in the pharmaceutical industry be validated, and once validated, they must be continuously...

Why self-inspections or internal audits are essential for your QMS

Any company in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry with a certified GMP, GDP or ISO 13485 Quality Management System must conduct self-inspections...

6 common myths about life sciences consultancy

A job in life sciences consultancy offers plenty of challenges, variety, career opportunities, and growth, but it is still shrouded in myth and mystery

Data migration in CSV: definition, purpose, and best practices

Ever wondered why it is necessary – and sometimes absolutely essential – to perform a Data Migration in computer systems, applications or software,...

What is decommissioning in CSV?

Changes in business needs or technology are inevitable. They often lead to the retirement or “decommissioning” of computerized systems. ERP systems, for...

Clinical Evaluation Plan (CEP): roadmap of the clinical evaluation strategy 

Clinical evaluation of a medical device is central to obtaining and maintain ing market approval in the EU. For planning and documenting...

How to use electronic signatures in regulated industries?

During the pandemic, electronic signatures gained tremendous importance for companies in heavily regulated industries. After all, a correctly...
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