Following the implementation of the new medical device regulations and the revised ISO 14155:2020, the planning and implementation of clinical investigations are a major challenge, especially for small and midsize medical device enterprises (sponsors). Here we walk through how to make the process easier.

The number of small Biopharmaceutical and Medical Device Companies (“small sponsor companies”) conducting early stage clinical trials is increasing. Outsourcing and vendor management are essential for survival of these companies, since they are usually facing the challenges of limited budgets and resources.