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Project Management for Product Development of Medical Devices

Global Medical Device Podcast · 27 Oct 2021 · 36m · Episode 233

What this episode covers

Devon Campbell, founder of Prodct, and Christie Johnson, founder of Kasota Engineering, discuss project management strategies for medical device development, arguing against rigid waterfall methodologies and complex Gantt charts. They advocate for a cyclical, agile-inspired approach that trusts engineering teams, uses coarse-grained high-level planning, and prioritizes early prototyping and testing to manage risk. The conversation highlights the importance of clear communication, information flow (via Design Structure Matrix), and integrating contract manufacturing partners early in the process to avoid bottlenecks and ensure successful product delivery.

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early-stage companies and companies scaling up

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Companies
Greenlight Guru, Prodct, Kasota Engineering
Also
Green Light Guru Academy, FDA, MIT

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