The medical device industry is highly regulated, and a well-implemented QMS may help you to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, minimize risks, and deliver safe and effective products to the market.
ISO 13485 is the internationally recognized standard for quality management systems in the medical device industry. It outlines the requirements for a QMS that demonstrates the ability to provide medical devices and related services that consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements. The main challenges include understanding and implementing the extensive requirements, maintaining compliance, and continually improving the QMS.
Having an effective QMS is crucial not only for regulatory approval but also for enhancing operational efficiency and keeping your product safe. Our medical device QMS consulting services are designed to help you develop, implement, and maintain a robust quality management system that meets ISO 13485 standards. We offer comprehensive support tailored to your needs, ensuring your QMS is effective and compliant. We can assist you with the following:
We will understand how you operate, what your products are, and what your expectations are for a quality system. This is crucial since quality does not blindly apply requirements but needs to be tailored to fit your organization and have the right systems/resources in place.
We will help you implement a tailored QMS that aligns with your business processes and complies with ISO 13485 requirements. This includes creating quality manuals, procedures, work instructions, and records.
Our team will conduct a thorough gap analysis of your existing QMS to identify areas of non-compliance and opportunities for improvement. We will provide detailed recommendations to enhance your QMS.
We will work with you to optimize your quality processes, ensuring they are efficient, effective, and compliant with regulatory requirements. This includes process mapping, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Our experienced auditors will conduct internal audits to assess the effectiveness of your QMS and ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 13485. We will identify any non-conformities and help you implement corrective and preventive actions.
We will assist you in understanding and meeting the regulatory requirements specific to your target markets. This includes preparing for regulatory inspections and maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
We offer comprehensive training programs to ensure your team understands the requirements of ISO 13485 and can effectively implement and maintain the QMS. This includes training in document control, risk management, and internal auditing.
We provide ongoing support to help you maintain your QMS and ensure continuous compliance with ISO 13485. This includes regular reviews, updates, and support for continuous improvement initiatives.
We handle quality management systems in multiple ways
What can we do for you
Our medical device QMS consulting services are designed to support you at every stage of the QMS lifecycle, from initial development through to certification and ongoing maintenance. Whether you are establishing a new QMS or seeking to enhance your existing system, we are here to ensure your quality management system is robust, compliant, and effective. We stand for creating a culture of quality and being proactively compliant.
Approach & Expertise
Learn how we can support you in meeting your business goals
- Our lean and powerful team with degrees in pharmacy, chemistry, biology, or related studies strive to be of added value to you. Our short reporting lines enable the most efficient road to your success.
- Having one point of contact from our experts backed by the team’s collective knowledge and resources we give reliable advice and execute projects seamlessly.
- At Starodub, consistency and assurance of quality are vital. A quality management system has been implemented and we adhere to GxP and ISO 9001/13485.
Questions from our clients
FAQ Section
Implementing and maintaining an ISO 13485 QMS can be challenging. Common obstacles include:
- Lack of management commitment (and understanding of quality)
- Lack of understanding of what the quality of medical devices stand for
- Insufficient resources
- Resistance to change
- Maintaining documentation and records
- Ensuring employee engagement and training
ISO 13485 provides a framework for a quality management system that aligns with many regulatory requirements. It often works complimentary to other regulations like the EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR), FDA's Quality System Regulation (QSR). It is important to understand that all these rules apply similar principles therefore, understanding of these would be a great starting point for any quality-related activity.