Thought Leadership

As Americans eagerly await the first total solar eclipse to cross the continental U.S. in nearly a century, many are buying up specialized glasses to watch the event safely – or so they thought. As it turns out, many have actually purchased counterfeits that could leave them with severe eye damage and vision loss. While […]

Medical device manufacturers have worked to meet the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) stricter regulations for Unique Device Identification (UDIs) every year since September 2014. Now humans and computers can access vital product information like never before, all from the special barcodes on the latest medical devices. The lot number, serial number, manufacture date and, […]

When a recall strikes, one of the first things companies think about is the reaction from their customers. And that is not only understandable, it is also wise. It takes far more time and money to gain a new customer than to keep one, and executing a recall well is crucial to maintaining loyalty. But […]

When it comes to pharmaceutical recalls, those at the patient level are often very different from those that only affect hospitals, clinics, and other providers. First, there is the challenge of effectively notifying patients. For prescription drugs, the manufacturer typically notifies pharmacies, who then contact patients. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications usually leave no way of contacting […]

The topic of self-driving cars is getting a lot of attention among industry insiders, lawmakers, and consumers. The technology for partially automated systems is already widely available and in use. But as more automakers continue to work toward the goal of developing vehicles that require no assistance, questions remain on the risks and benefits. The […]