In my opinion, the planning phase is the most important phase in the project life cycle. Successful planning leads to a successful project. Although I haven’t been in industry yet, I’ve been involved in projects that were actually successful in…   Read more»

A healthy work-life balance is key to ensuring that good work is being completed. Overworked and tired employees are more likely to make errors than those that are well-rested. Therefore, management should play a big role in making sure that…   Read more»

Hello, This is a very interesting topic. Although I’ve never been in industry, I’m sure that changes in management are common. However, I’ve never really thought about the challenges associated with these changes. Like my peers, I definitely think that…   Read more»

Hi! This is a very interesting topic because it also applies to roles in academia and I’ve been exposed to a similar situation recently. To begin with, I definitely think that more resources means that more projects will be completed…   Read more»

Recalls are made for either the correction or removal of a product from where it is used or sold. They are grouped into three classes depending on their risk of causing serious health problems or death. Labels are super important…   Read more»

Small and large project teams are both advantageous in their own ways. However, if I had to choose between the two, I would prefer working in a small group. To begin with, small project teams allow for more communication, and…   Read more»

I think both project-based and matrix organizations are very efficient styles of project team organization. However, if I were to choose between the two, I think that project-based organizations are more successful in designing and developing successful products. Within project-based…   Read more»

I agree with all previous comments that to ensure fast approval of documents at design review meetings, meetings should be structured appropriately, documents should be sent out well in advance, and meetings should be scheduled frequently. I would like to…   Read more»

Hi! Verification and validation tests are super important for making sure that devices are manufactured correctly. I definitely think that these procedures and standards need to be indirectly approved by the FDA, in the sense that the end result of…   Read more»

Underperforming team members are always a hassle, and can interfere with the results of any project, whether it be for a medical device, a class assignment, etc. Similar to the other responses, I agree that communication is key between team…   Read more»

Choosing between product development and post-market management is difficult because both roles are important. Roles in product development focus more on designing the product while following FDA regulations. On the other hand, post-market management roles maintain decisions that were made…   Read more»

Similar to all other responses, I also think deadlines are extremely important to make sure that projects are completed on time. I agree that setting and understanding deadlines early on, ensuring communication between group members, and frequent check-in meetings are…   Read more»

Hi! I agree with all of the previous posts that when an experimental failure occurs, it’s important to define what went wrong and perform further testing. However, I want to add that to be successful in performing these tasks following…   Read more»

Hi! I was a bit confused when learning about project managers and program managers since I wasn’t aware of the difference between the two. To start off, I’ll define both project and program management (definitions from PMBOK Guide).  Project Management:…   Read more»

Hi! Roles are super important in a project team. Delegating roles to different project members help the team work efficiently to reach the same goals. In addition, roles encourage team members to perform their work at their full potential since…   Read more»