CANADA’S DEVELOPING ROLE IN THE MEDICAL DEVICE REGULATORY ARENA

Canada may not be one of the larger medical device markets on the global scene, but its regulatory structure is quite substantial. Its medical industry, consisting of mainly small to medium-sized organizations, is rooted in a solid regulatory foundation that has matured over time. While their first medical device structure was implemented under Canada’s Food and Drugs […]

EXCEL SPREADSHEET REQUIREMENTS AND VALIDATION PROCESS

Under 21 CFR 11.10 Controls for closed systems, all spreadsheets that are used to facilitate the product and/or quality system decision-making processes need to be within compliance, including requirements for validation, accurate copies and protection of records, limited system access to authorized individuals, audit trails, authority, operational and device checks, training, electronic signatures, and change […]

DO NOTIFIED BODIES HAVE THE CAPACITY TO MANAGE THE MDR AND IVDR TRANSITIONS?

While recent information shows that both Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and In Vitro Diagnostics Regulation (IVDR) applications have been on the rise, there are concerns as to whether the Notified Bodies have the capacity and competency to accommodate this trend. In March of this year, the EU commission released Regulation (EU) 2023/607, with immediate effect.  […]

Training

TRAINING AlvaMed’s approach to training sets us apart from competitors. Our training is customized to the client’s needs and delivered by regulatory, quality and clinical consultants. Our trainers are true experts in their fields and each presentation is tailored to the organization and audience. Whether it’s a general training for all your staff or a […]