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NevinAntony replied to the topic "To risk manage or not to risk manage?" – 2 days, 14 hours ago
Risk management, in my opinion, is an essential component of the planning stage of any project or product development. Organizations can avoid costly mistakes later on by developing methods to reduce or prevent unfavorable effects by detecting potential risks early… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Hazard, Hazardous, Harm" – 2 days, 14 hours ago
A laboratory setting provides a vivid illustration of a hazard in a hazardous condition. Let’s say GenBio Labs, a biotech business, is developing vaccines using bacterial cultures. The existence of a pathogenic strain of E. coli is one of the… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Risk Management" – 2 days, 14 hours ago
A device’s safety and dependability can be greatly improved by implementing a risk management assessment. Manufacturers can avoid malfunctions or injuries that may arise from device failures by recognizing possible dangers early in the design or production process. This proactive… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Minutes for meetings" – 1 week, 1 day ago
You raise an excellent point on the significance of meeting minutes, particularly in regulated settings such as the development of medical devices. Throughout the design control process, minutes provide accountability and traceability by acting as the official record of talks,… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Consequences Of Insufficient Design Controls" – 1 week, 1 day ago
Because it guarantees performance, safety, and regulatory compliance, design control is crucial to the development of medical devices. However, when applied poorly, it can result in serious issues such poor traceability between design inputs, outputs, and user needs. Teams run… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Customer Needs and Design Input" – 1 week, 1 day ago
In terms of design controls, the connection between the Design Input Document (DID) and the Design Specification Document (DSD) is essential to guaranteeing that a product is created methodically, precisely, and in accordance with legal requirements. In the process of… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Validation vs Verification" – 2 weeks ago
To put it another way, verification is typically carried out during development through inspections, testing, and analyses—such as comparing dimensions, materials, or performance metrics to design specifications. On the other hand, validation frequently entails clinical assessments or real-world testing to… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Consequences Of Insufficient Design Controls" – 2 weeks ago
In medical device development, design control offers structure and traceability, but if the procedure is not strictly adhered to, problems might undoubtedly occur. One significant issue is inadequate documentation, which makes it nearly impossible to prove compliance during an FDA… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Design "Overvalidation"?" – 2 weeks ago
As a kind of predictive planning, engineering teams frequently decide to record extra inputs in order to foresee future design modifications, regulatory comments, or new user requirements. This proactive approach can facilitate verification and validation, but if too many non-essential… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Clinical Studies" – 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Clinical studies have many benefits, one of which is that they give researchers firsthand information on how a medication or gadget works in people. We wouldn’t have access to vaccines, life-saving therapies, or medical advancements that have enhanced global health… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Double Blind Vs Single blind Study" – 3 weeks, 1 day ago
On the surface, it might appear that a single-blind research should be sufficient to minimize bias because only the patient is unaware of whether they are receiving the actual medicine or a placebo. Double-blind studies, on the other hand, are… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Clinical Trial Roles" – 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Your justification for wanting to work as a clinical investigator is excellent; it’s a very important and esteemed position in clinical research. It would be your responsibility as a clinical investigator to make that the study is carried out ethically,… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Transition from Engineering to sales or marketing?" – 4 weeks, 1 day ago
In my opinion, marketing more especially, upstream marketing would be my first choice if I were to transfer from engineering to another department. This is because it still has a strong connection to the technical aspects of product development, but… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Discussion Topic: Mission and Vision statements" – 4 weeks, 1 day ago
A mission statement outlines the company’s current activities, target audience, and value-adding methods. A vision statement is aspirational and looks to the future, outlining the company’s goals and desired influence. These statements are crucial because they help unite customers, investors,… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Brand Coloring" – 4 weeks, 1 day ago
I find it intriguing how much of an impact something as basic as color can have on consumer behavior when I consider branding and the psychology of color. Many businesses deliberately select hues that align with their ideals and the… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "MBA/ Business degree for Engineers" – 1 month ago
This is an excellent and pertinent conversation, in my opinion, particularly for scientists and engineers who may like to pursue entrepreneurship. Personally, I believe that while an MBA or business degree can certainly provide a strong foundation in finance, marketing,… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "First Job: What type of company to choose?" – 1 month ago
Your professional growth and level of happiness can be greatly impacted by the organization you choose to launch your engineering career with. It can be both thrilling and difficult to get started in a start-up setting. New engineers frequently have… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Family Businesses" – 1 month ago
Technically, ownership cannot be “transferred” under a sole proprietorship since the individual and the business are regarded as one and the same by law. Nonetheless, the company’s operations, name, and assets may be sold or transferred to another party. To… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Your Ideas about Improving Quality Control" – 1 month, 1 week ago
Developing the team’s culture and structure is, in my opinion, the key to enhancing the Quality Control (QC) division. Investing in training, not only for QC personnel but also for employees in other departments, is one of the most significant… Read more»
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NevinAntony replied to the topic "Discussion Topic: The cost of Quality" – 1 month, 1 week ago
The “Cost of Quality” truly makes it clear to me that QA/QC isn’t just a department that slows things down; rather, it’s a kind of insurance for the entire business. Yes, it costs money to hire Quality Engineers, create documentation,… Read more»
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