ISO 13485: Medical Devices - Quality Management

Ensure the safety and quality of medical devices with ScorePoint Solutions's ISO 13485 certification services.

ISO 13485 Certification

Introduction

Maintaining quality control in the medical device sector is highly regulated and sensitive, so assuring safety, consistency, and efficiency is essential. One of the best possible ways of accomplishing them is through obtaining ISO 13485 certification.

This internationally recognized certification sets an all-encompassing standard for quality management systems focusing on the design, production, and distribution of medical devices. ScorePoint Solutions helps you achieve this status with expert guidance and auditing services tailored to the medical sector.

Key Features of ISO 13485

Risk Management

Integrates ISO 14971 principles for comprehensive risk assessment of medical devices.

Validation

Rigorous validation of processes to ensure consistent product performance and safety.

Regulatory Alignment

Closely aligned with global regulatory requirements like EU MDR and FDA 21 CFR 820.

Traceability

Ensures full traceability of components and products throughout the lifecycle.

Benefits of ISO 13485 Certification

Global Market Access

Facilitates entry into international markets by meeting standardized quality expectations.

Patient Safety

Directly contributes to safer medical outcomes through stringent quality controls.

Tender Competitiveness

Gives an advantage in healthcare tenders and hospital procurement processes.

Process Efficiency

Reduces waste and rework through clearly defined and validated procedures.

Certification Process

1

QMS Gap Analysis

Compare your current quality system against ISO 13485 requirements.

2

Documentation

Create quality manuals, SOPs, and technical files for your medical devices.

3

Implementation

Implement the QMS and conduct internal audits to ensure compliance.

4

Audit & Issuance

ScorePoint Solutions performs the certification audit and issues the certificate.

Frequently Asked Questions

While not always mandatory by law, it is often a requirement for selling medical devices in many international markets.

ISO 13485 is specifically tailored for the medical device industry, adding requirements for safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance.