Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Support
Need quality and regulatory guidance for MedTech products?
Seeking help with pre-market documentation and approval?
Want FDA and data privacy compliance for your systems?
Elevating MedTech Excellence through Quality and Compliance
At qointa, we provide expert Quality Assurance and Regulatory Support (QARA) services to the MedTech industry, helping you maintain the highest quality standards, navigate complex regulatory landscapes seamlessly, and achieve compliance—whether you need pre-market documentation assistance, QMS enhancement, risk management, or cybersecurity solutions.
Our Comprehensive Services
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QMS Implementation (QSR / ISO): Guidance on implementing Quality Management Systems aligned with QSR and ISO standards.
Audits and Assessments: Conducting audits of QMS, suppliers, and training to identify compliance gaps.
Development of SOPs and Process Guidelines: Creation of Standard Operating Procedures and process documentation to meet regulatory and operational requirements.
Integrated QMS Solutions: Development of QMS platforms integrated with digital tools to streamline documentation and audits.
Internal Training Programs: Tailored training for teams to ensure understanding and implementation of QMS processes.
Document Control and Change Management: Systems to manage revisions and approvals for controlled documents.
QMS Maintenance and Optimization: Ongoing evaluation and enhancement of QMS to adapt to changing regulations and business needs.
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Pre-Market Submissions (510(k), CE Marking): Preparation and submission of pre-market documentation to secure regulatory approvals.
Regulatory Strategy & Compliance Plan: Development of a tailored roadmap for adherence to healthcare regulatory standards.
DHF and TD Gap Analysis: Comprehensive evaluation of Design History Files and Technical Documentation to ensure compliance.
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Design Verification and Validation Services: Comprehensive testing and certification for systems, subsystems, and compliance.
Computer Systems and Software Validation: Validation of computer systems and software per FDA regulations to ensure security and data integrity.
Risk Management (ISO 14971 Compliance): Comprehensive services for hazard analysis, FMECA, and FTA to meet ISO 14971 standards.
Human Factors Engineering (HFE): Conducting usability testing and risk analysis to align with FDA and MDR requirements.
Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA): Facilitating design-level risk assessments to mitigate potential issues early.
Reliability Engineering: Ensuring the device maintains performance and safety over its intended lifecycle.
System Integration Testing: Validation of interactions between software, hardware, and other subsystems.
Risk-Based CAPA Implementation: Prioritizing corrective actions based on risk levels to ensure efficient issue resolution.
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Compliance to IEC 60601-1: Gap analysis, compliance testing, and certifications for IEC 60601-1 requirements.
Compliance to IEC 62304: Assistance with software lifecycle management for medical devices as per IEC 62304.
ISO 13485 Certification Support: Assistance in achieving and maintaining ISO 13485 certification.
Cybersecurity Compliance (FDA and EU): Ensuring secure device design and protection against cyber threats.
Interoperability Standards Compliance: Aligning devices with standards like HL7 and FHIR for seamless data integration.
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Supplier Engineering: Ensuring supplier compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions): Management and documentation of CAPA processes to enhance product quality.
Supplier Qualification Audits: Comprehensive assessments to qualify new suppliers and mitigate supply chain risks.
Supplier Relationship Management: Creating and maintaining agreements to ensure compliance and quality performance.
Lean Manufacturing Process Audits: Identifying inefficiencies and optimizing manufacturing workflows for compliance and productivity.
Vendor Risk Assessment: Ongoing evaluation of supplier risks, including geopolitical and logistical factors.
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Data Privacy & Protection (US/EU): Ensuring adherence to US and EU data privacy regulations.
Data Integrity Audits: Evaluating data systems for consistency, accuracy, and compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
Cybersecurity Risk Assessments: Identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities in digital health solutions.
Incident Response Planning: Creating robust protocols to manage and report data breaches effectively.
Global Data Transfer Compliance: Guidance on cross-border data flows and compliance with international data protection laws.