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Unlocking the Power of Outsouring
6/4/2013
A recent report from MD+DI and ITG Market Research finds that 30% of medical device companies think outsourcing is essential. But how do you leverage the power of outsourcing and align critical elements to develop...
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The 3 C’s of Innovation
Stratos Product Development LLC
4/10/2013
Are You Positioned for Longterm Success? Insights from the Frost & Sullivan Medical Devices Executive Mind Xchange
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Design for Manufacturing (DFM) – Increasing Your ROI
3/1/2013
Whether the issue is difficulty with product design, prototypes, creating a new product, or looking for a low cost manufacturing solution, both OEMs and manufacturing service providers need to work closely focusing...
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DFx – Designing for Success
2/6/2013
DFx is an acronym used often in reference to concepts or guidelines involving design for manufacturability, test and production readiness.
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Implantable Fabrics Revolutionize Neurovascular Devices
1/7/2013
In the neurovascular device segment, development is focused on minute, precision devices delivered via micro-catheters. The overarching challenge is to create components that maximize performance within a minimal...
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Basic Guidelines for Making Product Designs More User Friendly
Omnica Corp. Product Development
12/7/2012
Today’s multi-functional products can be complex, and for that reason many product designs are far from user friendly. Since much of a product's value may be a result of its ease of use, it is important to incorporate...
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Win Big in Sports Medicine Device Design
11/7/2012
With the convergence of the increasing active and aging population as well as continuing surgeon adoption of arthroscopic procedures, there is an increased demand for minimally invasive sports medicine and arthroscopic...
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Medical Device Start Up Advice
Light Fabrications, A Division of EIS
8/17/2012
Congratulations! You have a great idea for a new product! Now, do you have the tenacity to drive it home? Being in the contract manufacturing business for medical device and start-ups, I am fortunate to routinely review...
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Harnessing Experience for Efficient Medical Device Product Development
7/2/2012
Device development is complicated by the need to work within a regulated environment which requires well defined processes and significant testing to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of the device. An experienced...
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Custom or standard rubber part? 6 factors to consider
Vicone High Performance Rubber Inc.
6/27/2012
While standard silicone or other rubber products are more readily available than customized solutions, they may not always be cheaper or the best solution for your particular application. Deciding whether to go with a...
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Zen and the Art of Medical Device Development
6/21/2012
Actively Adapting Quality Philosophies to Speed the Project Lifecycle
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Exceeding cGMP Critical in Producing High Quality Medical Devices
ATL (Ad Tape & Label Company, Inc.)
2/6/2012
Overall quality of medical devices predicated upon exceeding GMP at each step in the production continuum
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How to Identify a Quality Machine Shop
1/5/2012
Asking the right questions will help you find a shop that can consistently provide high-quality parts, on time.
