Richard McLoughlin

Intellectual property (IP) is a high priority consideration when designing a new medical device. If you are outsourcing all or part of the development to a third-party contractor, it's even more important to take steps to ensure your IP is protected. There are many reasons for this, but one of the most important is that third-party contractors are treated differently to employees of your organisation. In most jurisdictions, your organisation owns the IP of any work that an employee does. This doesn't apply to work done by a third-party contractor, however. Therefore, it is absolutely critical that IP issues are...

Effective catheter design and development are essential to successfully bring your idea for a new device to market. From the earliest stages of concept development through to scaled-up manufacturing, it is a complex process with a range of considerations and potential challenges that can impact success. However, with the right approach and expertise, there are also opportunities in a range of areas, from getting the design right early in the process to minimising manufacturing costs to getting your product to market in the shortest possible timeframe. Headline Considerations The intended use of your new catheter device – it is important...