This is the final installment of a 4-part blog series on supplier management. Read part 1 here. We’ve combined all four posts into one easy-to-read PDF. Download it here. When purchased products arrive at your facility, you need to confirm that they meet the requirements established in your quality agreement. What’s the best way to go about that? First, consider the risk associated with the purchased product and then examine any actions the supplier has already taken to verify compliance. Choosing […]

This is the third installment of a 4-part blog series on supplier management. Read part 1 here. We’ve combined all four posts into one easy-to-read PDF. Download it here. Spotty quality. Price increases. Poor reliability. There are myriad reasons why medical device suppliers go from “approved” to “disqualified” on your Approved Supplier List. Regardless of how many suppliers you have, it’s important (and required) that you monitor their performance and conduct regular evaluations. This will allow you to make informed business […]

This is the second installment of a 4-part blog series on supplier management. Read Part 1 here. We’ve combined all four posts into one easy-to-read PDF. Download it here. Once you have established what you are purchasing and what type of supplier you need, it’s time to find qualified partners. The goal here is to plan and implement a consistent, risk-based approach for engaging new suppliers. It is important (and required in ISO 13485:2016) for you to have documented procedures, […]