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What is a Manufacturing Quality Plan?<\/h2>\n

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The importance of a manufacturing quality plan can\u2019t be understated in any field, but it\u2019s particularly important in the medical device industry. A quality plan for medical device design<\/a> and manufacturing is required by the FDA and the ISO 13485<\/a> framework. Viewing and agreeing upon a manufacturing quality plan before product development ensures greater regulatory compliance, the avoidance of costly issues, and a greater likelihood that the final product will be safe and effective for the end-user.<\/p>\n

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When looking for a contract manufacturer to partner with, companies are often seeking the highest quality at an affordable price. Without meeting the standard of quality<\/a> required to produce a safe and effective product, the product is likely to fail. Any manufacturer making medical or drug delivery devices must abide by a quality plan, regardless of whether the project is commercializing an entirely new device or making a slight alteration to an existing one.<\/p>\n

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So, what is a manufacturing quality plan? It\u2019s different from a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) in that it is more granular and project-specific. A manufacturing quality plan is documentation that lays out the workmanship standards, practices, resources, specifications, and processes related to the development of a product, service, or other project.<\/strong> It\u2019s almost like a manufacturing project blueprint, a set of guidelines to be followed to ensure the proper result. This type of plan is typically created by the engineering and quality teams within a manufacturing organization and should be viewed and agreed upon by all project stakeholders prior to device development.<\/p>\n

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Why Make a Manufacturing Quality Plan?<\/h2>\n

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First, a manufacturing quality plan says a lot about a manufacturer. It provides insight into the manufacturer\u2019s overall quality management system<\/a> and can help ensure that the manufacturer is aligned with design specifications and project requirements. The quality plan also serves as documentation for what\u2019s expected in the event that these requirements aren’t met and can be used as a valuable training tool. This documentation is critical to success in medical device manufacturing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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What Should a Manufacturing Quality Plan Include?<\/h2>\n

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The contents of a manufacturing quality plan can vary by situation and industry. There are quality plan templates online that can be followed, but these are the basic elements that are most often included in the development of medical devices.<\/p>\n

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