As others have mentioned, although personal issues should not be dragged into the workplace, it is inevitable that it will happen. When these issues are brought to work, it can result in a decrease in productivity and in the quality…   Read more»

In order to attempt to address the issues with a team’s performance, the main cause of the low-scoring performance reports should be identified to ensure that any potential resolution would be able to have a long-term effect, rather than a…   Read more»

Hi all,
My name is Joshua Hanna. I am currently an undergraduate at NJIT studying biomedical engineering, graduating this May. I am also a part of the BS/MS program. 
Here is my LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-hanna/ 
I look forward to connecting!

When a project manager change occurs, there are many difficulties that arise. Firstly, the flow of the project will likely be slowed down as it will take the project manager time to become acclimated to the project, such as the…   Read more»

Communication can look different when in-person or virtual; both can have advantages and disadvantages. Last summer I interned at a medical device company and worked in a hybrid setting, allowing me to see these differences. In-person communication allows for easier…   Read more»

In dividing the workload, I think it would be most beneficial to split the project into smaller projects. From there, each person should work on an individual part rather than working on the same part with someone else. Through doing…   Read more»

Small and large teams in projects both have many advantages and disadvantages, and can both be successful depending on the project. In small teams, the members are able to develop closer relationships with one another which benefits the overall morale…   Read more»

The most effective method for resolution first starts with clearly identifying the main issue with the experiment. In industry, specifically in quality engineering, this is most commonly done through a process called root cause analysis, which involves analyzing the process…   Read more»

In verifying a design, the performance should be tested through ensuring that the device is able to process the proper inputs and that the device should yield the desired results. Another component of the performance that should be observed is…   Read more»

In evaluating the three types of organizational structures, it is clear that all three are efficient depending on the organization. For a company that takes on a lot of different short-term projects, it may be beneficial to use a project-based…   Read more»

A functional organization is split into different departments and projects are completed within respective departments. In this structure, positions are more clear and permanent, while advancement is also favorable in functional organizations. Additionally, functional managers have a lot of power…   Read more»

The most important FDA responsibility is to ensure the efficacy of drugs and medical devices as well as ensure the safety of these products. This is done by ensuring that the products are meeting requirements during the development of the…   Read more»

A recall would need to be submitted for issues involving missing information or label errors as it could potentially impact the customer negatively. For example, consider if a pharmaceutical drug has an ingredient that is not listed on the label…   Read more»

Product development and post-market management differ in that product development includes the process of designing and manufacturing the product, whereas post-market management deals with the management of the product after it is released. Product development requires considering different FDA regulations…   Read more»

To add to your point, adaptability is a key skill for a successful project manager to possess. This is important as typically project needs evolve over time. In some instances, an approach may prove to not work and, thus, require…   Read more»

A management skill that is important to grasp is accountability. Working within management, it is crucial to hold team members accountable. This could be in terms of meeting deadlines, quality of work, or ability to work with other team members….   Read more»

Roles within a team should be established and well-defined when working toward the completion of a project. This should be the case in order to ensure that aspects of the project are covered as well as know who is responsible…   Read more»