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mh746 replied to the topic "Critical Role of Design Controls in Medical Device Projects" – 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Organizations can balance regulatory compliance and innovation by embedding Design Controls into their everyday workflow rather than treating them as a separate burden. Instead of waiting until the final stages to check for compliance, teams can conduct small, frequent verification… Read more»
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mh746 posted a new topic "The Role of Regulatory Strategy in Combination Product Development" – 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Developing combination products—such as drug-eluting stents, growth factor-releasing bone void fillers, or cell-seeded scaffolds—poses unique challenges because these products involve both medical device and drug/biologic regulations. Unlike standalone medical devices, combination products require careful coordination between different reg…[Read more]
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mh746 replied to the topic "Balancing time, cost and scope in project management" – 2 months, 2 weeks ago
In medical device project management, balancing time, cost, and scope is a constant challenge. While all three are interconnected, I believe time is the hardest to control. Delays can happen due to regulatory hurdles, unexpected design issues, or supply chain… Read more»
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mh746 replied to the topic "Importance of Regulatory Strategy in Medical Device Project Management" – 2 months, 2 weeks ago
A good regulatory strategy is important in medical device project management because it helps companies follow the rules, avoid delays, and get their products approved faster. Planning for regulations from the beginning makes it easier to choose the right approval… Read more»
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mh746 replied to the topic "Caution with Medical Devices that Require a PMA" – 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Avoiding PMA in medical device development can slow down innovation. Since PMA takes a long time and costs a lot, many companies choose to improve existing devices instead of creating entirely new ones. This helps them get products to market… Read more»
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mh746 replied to the topic "Role of risk management in medical device projects" – 2 months, 3 weeks ago
I believe that technical risks are a major concern in medical device projects because they can lead to serious delays and additional costs if not addressed early. These risks include design flaws, material failures, manufacturing issues, and unexpected performance problems… Read more»
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mh746 replied to the topic "Managing Risks from External Dependencies" – 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Managing risks from outside factors like supplier delays and supply chain problems is very important. Plans like having backup suppliers, keeping extra stock, and tracking progress regularly are helpful. However, using technology and data can also play a big role… Read more»
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mh746 replied to the topic "Balancing Stakeholder and Customer Values" – 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Balancing the needs of stakeholders and customers can be challenging, but project managers need to find a way to meet both sides while keeping the company’s goals in mind. Each project is different, so the right approach depends on the… Read more»
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mh746 replied to the topic "Project Success and Scope Creep" – 2 months, 3 weeks ago
A project manager can keep project goals flexible while avoiding scope creep by focusing on prioritization and structured change management. It’s important to regularly check in with stakeholders to make sure the project goals still match the business needs,… Read more»
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mh746 replied to the topic "How to communicate effectively between team mates in project team ?" – 2 months, 3 weeks ago
I think effective communication within a project team is key to ensuring smooth collaboration and avoiding misunderstandings. While regular meetings and clear goal-setting are important, establishing a structured communication plan can significantly improve how information flows within the team. One… Read more»
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mh746 posted a new topic "Handling Conflicts Among Team Members Effectively" – 2 months, 3 weeks ago