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  Cardinal Health Partners With FourKites to Build Cognitive Supply Chain

  FourKites will serve as innovation partner and central data hub for all Cardinal Health shipments.

  Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.07.21
  

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• R&D & Design
  

  Overview of the Medical Device Design History File, Technical File, and Design Dossier

  The FDA requires manufacturers to follow design control principles to ensure that specified design requirements are met.

  Online Exclusives David Butcher, Staff Writer, MasterControl 05.06.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Digitization Streamlined Quality and Production: A Case Study

  Recognizing that managing a paper-based quality system was no longer practical, the company took steps to modernize with digital solutions.

  Online Exclusives David Butcher, Staff Writer, MasterControl 05.05.21
  

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• R&D & Design
  

  Medical Device Design for Smaller and Smarter Medtech

  Developers of medtech are asked to reduce the size of devices, and fortunately, can take advantage of newer tools that better enable them to do just that.

  Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 05.03.21
  

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• Contract Manufacturing
  

  Medtech's 2021 Full Service Outsourcing Roundtable

  Outsourcing service providers share lessons learned and how they were able to tackle the COVID-19 challenges to fulfill the needs of their OEM customers.

  Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 05.03.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  How AI-Empowered Quality Systems Shorten the Journey to Proactive Quality

  A look into Quality 4.0’s impact on achieving proactive quality, the applications of AI in the life sciences, and use cases for the AI-empowered quality system.

  Steve McCarthy, Vice President of Digital Innovation, Sparta Systems 05.03.21
  

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  Reinventing the Value Network with the Factory of the Future

  The factory of the future goes beyond traditional factory walls; it requires digital transformation across the entire medical product value network.

  Sandra K. Rodriguez, Senior Industry Analyst, Axendia 05.03.21
  

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• R&D & Design
  

  User Evaluation in the Absence of User Data with Platform Devices

  Accurate identification of the intended user population is not an option here.

  Finola Austin, Human Factors Engineering Manager, Owen Mumford 05.03.21
  

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• Contract Manufacturing
  

  Contract Manufacturers Offer Pandemic Lessons Learned

  Whether reshoring occurs, just-in-time inventory is reconsidered, or medtech manufacturing faces lasting changes will not be known for some time.

  Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 05.03.21
  

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• Machining & Laser Processing
  

  Ultrashort Pulse Lasers Are Achieving High Marks

  A medical device manufacturing case for using ultrashort pulse laser marking systems for UDI needs.

  Online Exclusives David Locke, Regional Manager, ACSYS Lasertechnik 04.30.21
  

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• Materials
  

  The Plastics Problem—Infection Control vs. Medical Equipment

  Due to harsh chemicals, medical device manufacturers need a solution to the problems caused by regular cleaning of healthcare equipment.

  Online Exclusives Ryan Hoobler, VP of Engineering, Code Corporation 04.29.21
  

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• Diagnostics | R&D & Design
  

  5 Guidelines for Productizing an Optically Based Medical Device

  Pitfalls most relevant to optical medical devices, but many are applicable to medical devices without optics.

  Online Exclusives Brian King, Principal Optical Systems Engineer, StarFish Medical 04.29.21
  

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• R&D & Design
  

  5 Ways Medical Device Prototyping Improves Manufacturing

  Prototyping can help improve profits, reduce risks, and even save lives.

  Online Exclusives Emily Newton, Editor-in-Chief, Revolutionized 04.29.21
  

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• Neurological | Software & IT
  

  UCF-Developed PTSD Virtual Reality Tech Enters Trials

  VR treatment tool can be customized to each patient's traumatic experience.

  Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.29.21
  

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• Tubing & Extrusion
  

  Demystifying Multi-Lumen Tubing—A Medtech Makers Q&A

  MicroSpec’s Tim Steele shares his expertise on factors to consider when specifying multi-lumen tubing and also reveals common challenges he encounters.

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• Electronics
  

  EMS Providers Play Key Role in Product Development Amid Pandemic

  EMS firms acting as 'a central point' to ensure 'all the pieces come together.'

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.27.21
  

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• Electronics
  

  OEMs Increasingly Choosing EMS Providers Closer to Home

  Firstronic CEO notices preference among major device firms to reshore electronics manufacturing.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.23.21
  

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• Machining & Laser Processing
  

  Developing Leaders in the Workforce—MPO Videobites

  Dax Strohmeyer of Triangle speaks with MPO’s Sean Fenske about the company’s establishment of a program to address the need for future leaders.

  Videos Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

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• Software & IT
  

  Realizing the Value of Today’s Connected Worker—A Medtech Makers Q&A

  Connected workers gain an advantage while in the workplace as they can maintain oversight of the systems and projects they are tied to at any moment.

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• Electronics
  

  EMS' Engineering Resources Increasingly in Demand

  Unpredictable demand, the need to reduce costs, and shorter production lead times driving companies to seek earlier interaction with product engineers.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.20.21
  

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• Electronics
  

  Fiber Optics Introducing New Cleanliness Requirements for Medical Electronics

  Devices with high-speed data capabilities and high-resolution video must be rugged enough to withstand OR environment and harsh sterilization methods.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.15.21
  

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• Cardiovascular | Software & IT
  

  BioSig Launches Software Update for PURE EP Electrophysiology Platform

  The upgrade includes enhanced signal processing for advanced cardiac signal analysis.

  Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.14.21
  

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• Electronics
  

  Mastering Motion for Robotic Surgical Systems—A Medtech Makers Q&A

  maxon's Peter van Beek provides insights on critical factors and considerations of motion control for robotic surgical systems.

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• Electronics
  

  EMS Providers Valued for Product Customization, Medical Certification Expertise

  maxon has increased its service offering over the last few years and is collaborating closely with medtech firms for their electronics needs.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.12.21
  

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• Chronic Disease | Software & IT
  

  Varian, Google Cloud Partner to Bring Convenience to Cancer Therapy

  Firms will collaborate to build AI tools for radiation oncology organ segmentation using the Google Cloud AI Platform.

  Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.09.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Three Future Trends and Opportunities in Quality Assurance

  As regulated companies, medical device firms must stay abreast of the latest developments to ensure they adopt new protocols to maintain quality assurance.

  Online Exclusives David Jensen, Staff Writer, MasterControl 04.09.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Adopting a Data-Driven Quality Model

  Employing a data-driven quality model helps you apply quality processes more holistically throughout the organization.

  Online Exclusives David Jensen, Staff Writer, MasterControl 04.09.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Digital Transformation for Quality and Manufacturing

  The pandemic has illustrated the importance of a transition to digital solutions for medical device and other life sciences manufacturers.

  Online Exclusives Jon Beckstrand, CEO, MasterControl 04.08.21
  

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• Contract Manufacturing | R&D & Design
  

  Moving from Concept to Design—MPO Videobites

  Mike Schultz of Spectrum Plastics Group speaks with MPO’s Sean Fenske about the Launch Pad Engineering Service the firm offers for medical device manufacturers.

  Videos Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

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• Contract Manufacturing | Machining & Laser Processing
  

  CNC Machining for the Medical Industry

  Legacy knowledge and innovative skills position Hobson & Motzer as a leading manufacturer of precision parts and components for the medical device industry.

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• Packaging & Sterilization
  

  BD to Invest $65M in Tucson, Arizona Supply Chain Hub

  Operations for the final-stage manufacturing and sterilization facility are planned to begin in mid-2022.

  Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.01.21
  

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• Molding | Surgical
  

  Optimizing MIM in Medical Device Manufacturing

  Metal injection molding (MIM) is a good choice for producing medium- to high-volume medtech parts.

  Steve Santoro, Executive Vice President, MICRO 04.01.21
  

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• Testing
  

  The Evolution of Chemical Characterization for Medical Devices

  Evaluation of biological safety of devices is experiencing some of the most significant changes in history.

  Sandi Schaible, Senior Director, Analytical Chemistry and Regulatory Toxicology, WuXi AppTec Medical Device Testing 04.01.21
  

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  Global Supply Chain Wisdom from Coronavirus-Colored Lenses

  There are precious pearls of wisdom from this past year that will come in handy during the next “crisis.”

  Chris Oleksy, Founder and CEO, Oleksy Enterprises and Co-Founder Next Life Medical; CEO, Emergent Respiratory 04.01.21
  

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• Tubing & Extrusion
  

  Transporting Treatment: An Examination of Tubing Technologies

  OEMs rely on tubing providers to move media and electrical current through the channels via multilumen solutions and extrusion technologies.

  Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 04.01.21
  

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• Materials
  

  Outward Appearance: Reviewing Surface Treatment Options

  Surface modifications and coatings imbue medical devices with a slew of valuable properties.

  Sam Brusco , Associate Editor 04.01.21
  

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• Digital Health | Patient Monitoring | Software & IT
  

  Face to (Virtual) Face: Telemedicine Now and Post-Pandemic

  Telemedicine has thrived during COVID-19 but its post-pandemic momentum will depend on regulatory changes, connectivity parity, and improved interoperability.

  Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.01.21
  

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• Contract Manufacturing | Software & IT | Testing
  

  Quality & Regulatory Solutions for the FDA Regulated Industries

  EMMA International specializes in full-circle solutions for the medical device, biologics, and pharma industries.

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• Electronics
  

  Talented Labor Pool a Challenge for EMS Providers

  Workers skilled in electrical wiring and installation in medical products can be difficult to find.

  Online Exclusives Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.31.21
  

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• Contract Manufacturing
  

  Arch Medical Solutions Acquires Tier One

  New plant and operations bolster AMS’ capabilities as a supplier.

  Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.30.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Using Quality as an Advantage in 2021

  Report finds despite pandemic, 79 percent of medical device professionals expect modest or strong revenue growth in 2021.

  Online Exclusives Jon Speer, Founder, Greenlight Guru 03.25.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  5 Ways Manufacturers Can Improve IoMT Device Security

  Manufacturers cannot make development and security mistakes with IoMT devices.

  Online Exclusives Emily Newton, Editor-in-Chief, Revolutionized 03.23.21
  

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• Contract Manufacturing | Molding
  

  Medtech Makers: Molding Validation Optimization

  PTI’s Steve VanderKooi offers advice to help manufacturers avoid pitfalls and delays to ensure a timely and repeatable validation protocol.

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  Medical Device Supply Chain: At What Stage of a Product’s Lifecycle Should You Bring in a CM Partner

  Your contract manufacturing partner can have a dramatic effect on the success (or failure) of your project.

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• Materials
  

  Medtech Matters: Biomorphic Programmable Polymers

  MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Christophe Bancel of TISSIUM about remarkable new materials that can be used to replace human tissue.

  Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 03.16.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  Three Reasons Automation and Training Are Essential in Your MDQMS

  Having the proper tools in place to ensure all training activities are occurring when and how they should is critical to quality.

  Online Exclusives Jon Speer, Founder, Greenlight Guru 03.15.21
  

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• Testing
  

  NAMSA Appoints New CEO, Board Chairman

  Dr. Christophe Berthoux will begin leading the company March 22; former AdvaMed Chairman Nadim Yared to become NAMSA Chairman.

  Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.15.21
  

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• Testing
  

  Sotera Health Acquires BioScience Laboratories

  Strengthens Sotera Health’s antimicrobial and antiviral lab testing capabilities.

  Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.11.21
  

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• Software & IT
  

  2021: The Year for Insights Into Quality Data

  For users of paper-based quality systems, data can seem overwhelming and disorganized.

  Online Exclusives Sarah Beale, Staff Writer, MasterControl 03.11.21
  

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• Digital Health | Software & IT
  

  3M Bags Contract from Michigan Medicine for AI-Powered Clinician, Revenue Cycle Tech

  Solutions aim to help Michigan Medicine reduce physician stress, bolster thorough clinical documentation.

  Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.10.21
  

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