https://medicaldevicecourses.com/members/gy66/activity/ Activity feed for gy66. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:20:46 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 e51bcb3a6dc2af70730bf4cff63af085 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18373/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:47:44 -0400 I believe my main motivator is reaching my full potential. If I am ever in an environment that requires me to put in work that does not utilize all of my skills that I’ve developed over the course of my…   Read more»

]]> 810df2672551fcf4d98d0ffa72ae3b81 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18372/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:47:44 -0400 I can definitely see a correlation as many people have noted. Stepping up to the plate and reaching your full potential by taking on challenging tasks is both exciting and rewarding when you put the work in. But its the…   Read more»

]]> 4d73a923562d713249d1dd4aa1039987 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18371/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:47:43 -0400 I absolutely appreciated this class and what its taught me. Particularly, the mini-sims really gave me a sense of what it’s like to work and think as an engineer. Even though I work in the field, I do not encounter…   Read more»

]]> 4c3923259afd2eb39bdddb675d3f7173 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18229/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:46:31 -0400 The specifications that are outlined for a product are the limits of that product. Any output of that product that is outside of those bounds is not supported and is not usually a liability to the company. To avoid customer…   Read more»

]]> 46ddab853e3926110ade466f876a72a1 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18228/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:46:30 -0400 If a second source is needed and does not meet the exact requirements of the product, an option is to revert back and modify the product requirements/specs so that the component from both sources meet the requirements. This of course…   Read more»

]]> 2b6a13fd8f2ba5526d12dd665374c5db https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18227/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:46:30 -0400 I was recently involved in a project where a team member was moving to a different company and had several critical tasks that the project depended on. We developed a strategy that ensured that we would minimize any potential delays…   Read more»

]]> e2c9a43c7236282f033ff4a0909f8bf0 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18156/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:45:51 -0400 These 5 factors specifically ensure multiple things regarding a given project. They all emphasize organization, clarity, and accuracy. With factors such as communication, ensuring management support, and agreeing on project goals, the PM and other project team members all are…   Read more»

]]> 40ce9170253fd3f0e04a1dbf54f62a01 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18153/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:45:50 -0400 As some already mentioned, it should be made clear before the project execution if all proposed project team members will have the availability needed for the project, especially for the start of it. Depending on which organization types, different actions…   Read more»

]]> f87c56c3ea0b6ff65ec21cab7072b732 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18151/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:45:49 -0400 I believe there are several key factors that need to be considered to ensure a successful project execution. First and foremost, meeting and getting to know each team member from the start is an excellent way to not only be…   Read more»

]]> 3a4216788aeb4c3b525d9caf53e2372c https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18095/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:45:22 -0400 Personally, I don’t see this strategy as an actual situation. In my company, each team posts each task on a virtual project management board. Some tasks depend on others and are therefore linked with yarn and stickers. By carefully developing…   Read more»

]]> 4ab1e09d6bb0caf0cbbcbb416259bbc2 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18094/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:45:21 -0400 I absolutely agree. I am a firm believer in proper execution, even if it means taking longer than expected. Therefore, going back to a previous phase for any legitimate reason is justified in my opinion. A legitimate reason, however, means…   Read more»

]]> 9edf0761318b44e6131bcc332a734063 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18093/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:45:21 -0400 In addition to understanding the decisions made in the past, looking over the lessons learned provides invaluable insight that can be used to streamline a projects progression. The obvious reason as some mentioned is learning and avoiding past mistakes made….   Read more»

]]> 20a63a0a45e772d15b71674285900b44 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18020/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:44:40 -0400 I would like to add my input on this topic, but it has to do with my experience NOT having a log of work to go off of. After starting my first job in the industry, I quickly learned each…   Read more»

]]> b0b420212d932564b2e34737bcdef55f https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18017/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:44:39 -0400 In the case that a calm discussion does not easily resolve a situation and two or more parties are still in a disagreement, it is the PM’s responsibility to put his or her foot down and make a decision that…   Read more»

]]> 0c5dbd446fea424045a62e5badcaf74b https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/18016/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:44:38 -0400 I agree revising the plan is not working backwards, it is just a response to new knowledge. However, it is important to discover that knowledge beforehand if possible. That is why extensive measures should be taken during the planning phase…   Read more»

]]> 78010498d04f1bd035704b717f32d496 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17896/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:43:39 -0400 This is a great topic to bring up. Many people, as you had mentioned, view missing milestones as a terrible thing that can occur in a project. Which is undoubtedly true. However, in my opinion, missing deadlines is significantly less…   Read more»

]]> ebe8e2c9d69d68ac301c4d8619911b7c https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17895/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:43:38 -0400 A challenge I often notice PM’s have to face is being able to follow along with the details each team member shares during meetings. Each team member spends a lot of their time and resources to provide their deliverables. During…   Read more»

]]> ce91799b8a3d03b3047a3ecb9df70723 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17894/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:43:38 -0400 There are a number of things the PM can and cannot do when it comes to dealing with team members that have diverted their time and efforts away from the project. The obvious first course of action is to have…   Read more»

]]> 405dce3f931afbdf35e59ad34f962cbe https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17818/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:42:54 -0400 Part of a workflow our company supports involves scanning in a jaw model of a patient so that a dental restoration can be designed and milled. One step in the scanning workflow requires the customer to screw in a “locator”…   Read more»

]]> cbb964d6e6f2acef9c745a71bfc5753e https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17817/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:42:53 -0400 From what I’ve seen, there are several pros and cons of having the PM team responsible for managing risks of a project. Because the product managers should be familiar with all of the functions and processes of the different teams…   Read more»

]]> e0887938a7d9a383bda3c3250fb379f6 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17816/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:42:53 -0400 I would think there are many points to consider when selecting a vendor to outsource a specific aspect of a product. One of the most important factors I believe should be considered is the quality of the product. This includes…   Read more»

]]> ade917622e5ab60eba8d5a2c534175c7 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17708/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:41:58 -0400 I currently work at Nobel Biocare Procera. We are a project-based organization. Because we primarily focus on developing innovative dental prosthetics and implants, as well as implementing them into various softwares, separating each new product or objective into its own…   Read more»

]]> e241cb94c9ecf0703d9ce17a97c7271c https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17707/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:41:58 -0400 Of course this all varies depending on the nature of the company, I believe they’re both more different than you’re describing. Clinical Project Managers indeed are more focused on the clinical trials and the clinical significance and relevance of the…   Read more»

]]> ca46e5adf7f97a3118f4688d93b8c14b https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17703/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:41:55 -0400 This is a very interesting topic. Working at my company, I too have experienced project delays and cancelations due to multiple reasons. I think it is important to consider the finances when it comes to this topic. Every project is…   Read more»

]]> 6c7a0cbcb02e8a1f1ed9fca48020b982 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17635/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:41:19 -0400 Initiating a project idea is certainly a very challenging tasks. One must develop a well-defined scope that clearly defines the objectives of the project. In addition, determining the customer need and coming up with a realistic cost/profit margin to justify…   Read more»

]]> 40e652390a7eb89acead09db7dfa2636 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17633/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:41:18 -0400 I think the “system” is designed to prepare incoming engineers to effectively contribute to the industry early on. By emphasizing on technical skills, young engineers can somewhat integrate in a rather technically-intense environment that will be forgiving to those who…   Read more»

]]> b6d67a2a33fb6d0b78829abfe0ebb51d https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17631/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:41:17 -0400 Working on multiple development projects with different project managers, I’ve come to take note of the various skills an effective PM needs to drive a project. One important skill I’ve come to realize ever PM needs is understanding the duties…   Read more»

]]> 7ac43ed7fa4747fb596f897716118715 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17581/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:40:48 -0400 I believe this “ratio” strongly depends on the nature of the position the individual(s) will be applying to. I’ve met many coworkers of mine that have highly technical roles that have surprisingly weak interpersonal skills. I have noticed that roles,…   Read more»

]]> 55555bf0949e61e45c39d1cae18cc514 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17580/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:40:47 -0400 To start off, the specs that should be specified for a medical device should only be directly related to its functionality, as well as interaction with the user. Functions such as image accuracy and scan speed of a dental scanner,…   Read more»

]]> ce07c2b57095ff6eab3be808c56f6d70 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17579/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:40:47 -0400 I believe, with the way the FDA enforces its regulations, improvements on the design process must improve. The FDA can only do so much to prevent companies from producing medical devices that may harm users down the line. As time…   Read more»

]]> 41ebc371772bd28bb59ebceeede3e702 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17284/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:38:13 -0400 I agree with those who believe Matrix would be a better choice. Collaboration between multiple companies for a project is very difficult to accomplish and transfer of knowledge and proper utilization of resources is even more critical. In Matrix Organization,…   Read more»

]]> 2f21b2affa4593fb45b4aed7472a30f9 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17280/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:38:11 -0400 I work with a team to create theatrical sets for plays and from the experiences I gained from that alone, I personally like to believe I would be better suited for upper management. Mostly because I typically keep my focus…   Read more»

]]> 02aa23f2ca5584093c38c86a2357abce https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17277/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:38:10 -0400 Creating a productive dynamic for a project group is definitely a critical and tricky task. I believe having members that are both knowledgeable and easy to communicate with are equally as important; one cannot make up for the other. For…   Read more»

]]> 91ab535f5066626d1b31a29ac05918c2 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17175/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:37:16 -0400 I absolutely agree, at first I, I too felt surprised how ineffective labels and warning are the least effective in preventing residual risk in our products. In our case at work, there are currently a couple of “exploits” in our…   Read more»

]]> d5b1bdb887917ebd9af16d934689f945 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17154/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:37:06 -0400 In terms of high risk, I would probably lean towards either mitigation or transference, depending on the situation. If the high severity of risk is able to be sufficiently resolved or at least minimized by me and my team, obviously…   Read more»

]]> 34f5b811a53e281afb6243be7fddb357 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17152/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:37:05 -0400 Multiple different teams in R&D, at least at my company, must assess risks when developing a new product or update in software. On my team, we validate products and the software updates and test any bugs or even unexpected behaviors…   Read more»

]]> aabac4ecbe48827184f21b00be6b2b33 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/17071/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:36:24 -0400 During our verification testings, we at times notice deviations between the final product and the input design of our dental implant crowns. We bring in dental technicians to score every test product we produce and if any receive a score…   Read more»

]]> da9a12d64f3bf40a94a3c3da56c47c25 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16941/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:35:18 -0400 Most of the design reviews I’ve witnessed were mostly informal during project meetings. From what I’ve seen, initial designs are subject to many changes throughout the course of a project. The reasons for such changes often occur to minimize testing…   Read more»

]]> 9da6c6277902b7ddad315beb11b1e8d7 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16940/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:35:17 -0400 At my company, I work in Integration. Our job is to conduct validation tests for software and scanner updates. From what I’ve experienced, I noticed that to conduct and produce a successful and sufficient validation, being as extensive and critical…   Read more»

]]> 791eb28658900738b8e286bdbdc6d695 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16939/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:35:17 -0400 Taking minutes and reviewing them has multiple benefits that I personally have noticed greatly during my time working in the industry. One obvious benefit of taking minutes for meetings is that it keeps everyone informed of the status of important…   Read more»

]]> fb73acdb5cd55f9cbc69f040410d8996 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16851/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:34:32 -0400 Although not as important as single-blind study in my opinion, double-blind study does indeed present added assurance to the accuracy of the trial results at the end. Because the investigators who interact with the subjects will not be aware of…   Read more»

]]> f89924d33bf881904b8be1c8d5d5eae5 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16850/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:34:31 -0400 I believe placebo-controlled trials are indeed beneficial and in some cases, necessary in certain developments. I believe, for instance, drugs and treatment that involve improving ones mental state would find it very beneficial to conduct PCT’s. It would be beneficial…   Read more»

]]> dc8f1a457ec4ba4657af320b898dbb09 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16849/ Wed, 15 May 2019 21:34:31 -0400 I believe the new Right to Try law is a good move for the most part for the obvious reasons. The best case-scenario is that the patient recovers with the help of an investigational treatment and that company attains validation…   Read more»

]]> 70ad835b5f940e34e99cf5b3cdaf85d7 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16750/ Wed, 15 May 2019 19:42:14 -0400 As funny as this video was, I believe it did still hold some truth to the dynamics of collaborating on advertising a product. Although all members of a company ultimately want the best outcome for their products, they each independently…   Read more»

]]> 55dd71314de17431b5665598f24a0381 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16745/ Wed, 15 May 2019 19:42:11 -0400 I found one of the most memorable types of advertisements are those that attempt to discourage dangerous habits, such as driving under the influence, by illustrating the ugly outcomes that may come forth. It’s chilling and eye-opening because these types…   Read more»

]]> 6b66250f655b1ff1fa2fb884b700ff60 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16744/ Wed, 15 May 2019 19:42:11 -0400 One distinct color I notice is carefully used throughout many companies is red. Aside from being used with other colors to promote things like hunger, red often gives a more aggressive and loud expression when used; and companies often use…   Read more»

]]> f01703c83f89567fd608cca9f3ca4eae https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16701/ Wed, 15 May 2019 19:41:45 -0400 Piercing the corporate veil would seem to be an appropriate course of action in court when there is serious misconduct within the operations of the company. Most of the time, judges attempt to avoid piercing the corporate veil, as it…   Read more»

]]> e5d8e95e268c86cd129a3b7e3c405d8d https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16699/ Wed, 15 May 2019 19:41:44 -0400 The benefit of a C-corp is that you can deduct costs on your corporate taxes if you need to pay employee benefits. For any company that plans to grow, you will need a certain amount of shareholders to go public….   Read more»

]]> 207c43d79e24e0840dab4a15f2278e69 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16695/ Wed, 15 May 2019 19:41:42 -0400 There are a few important differences between public and private companies. The biggest would have to be that public companies open their shares to the public whereas private companies sell to certain investors and venture capitalists. This causes deviations in…   Read more»

]]> b4c61d68b6aae8d5c7818f29221c38c0 https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/16572/ Wed, 15 May 2019 19:40:28 -0400 Although I do not work in Quality, I would like to pitch in some input on how our company prepares and handles audits. Every year, our holding company carries out an unannounced mock audit. These mock audits, from what I’ve…   Read more»

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