Executives Warn of Paradigm Shift in R&D Spend
The keynote addresses at OMTEC 2015 highlighted the bottleneck between product development and product adoption....
Aug 11 2015,
Market Forces
Demand to Reduce Consigned Inventory Leading to Instrumental Changes in OR
Device manufacturers increasingly seek to streamline their instrument inventories, due to top down demands for simpler, more cost-effective solutions. These...
Aug 11 2015,
New Factors Challenge Traditional Testing Requirements
For orthopaedic device manufacturers, new concerns are cropping up during the device testing process due to regulatory changes and the...
Aug 11 2015,
OEM Executives Offer Perspective on Robotics, Orthobiologics and Hospital Changes
In anticipation of OMTEC, we highlight discussion between the keynote speakers on the latest technologies and market players. After presenting...
Jun 09 2015,
New Supply Chain Models Shift Resources from Device Makers to 3PLs
Orthopaedic device manufacturers can benefit from outsourcing services such as inventory management, warehousing, order processing and shipping, thus freeing up...
May 12 2015,
U.S. Registry Offers New TJR Data
Function and Outcomes Research for Comparative Effectiveness in Total Joint Replacement or FORCE-TJR, is a four-year, $12 million project funded...
May 12 2015,
New Software and Manufacturing Techniques Push Custom Implant Expansion
New technology has increased the use of custom implants and instruments in orthopaedics. Consider these factors if you're thinking about...
May 11 2015,
Standard, Sterile and Small: Packaging Trends Focus on Savings and Speed to Market
Complexities in orthopaedic device packaging have manufacturers seeking expertise from consultants and suppliers to discover process efficiencies and allow internal...
Mar 04 2015,
Collaboration and Resources Needed to Close Skills Gap in the Orthopaedic Industry
It is often difficult for orthopaedic device manufacturers to fill certain positions, due to the technical requirements and high-level skills...
Mar 04 2015,
Survey Finds Most Med Device Companies Have Positive Outlook for 2015; Same Challenges Remain
A recent survey published by Emergo Group suggests that medical device professionals feel confident about the industry’s climate in 2015,...
Feb 11 2015,
Tecomet CEO Expects Supplier M&A to Continue
Consolidation has picked up at the supplier level as manufacturers seek to meet the needs of OEM customers that are...
Jan 13 2015,
Trending Technology: Metal Injection Molding
Metal injection molding has garnered attention in the orthopaedic industry, due to the technology’s ability to produce complex shapes at...
Dec 10 2014,
Uncover Opportunities in Your Supply Chain Challenges
Overcome challenges in the orthopaedic device supply chain with these tips on how to leverage new technologies, enter new markets,...
Nov 07 2014,
Customer Profitability: The Why and How of SG&A Costs
Many costs that separate desirable customers from less-desirable customers lie hidden in that great “blob” of costs christened as SG&A....
Sep 09 2014,
Suppliers Speak to Economic and Regulatory Challenges in Global Expansion
New market entry presents logistical hurdles for every company. Suppliers provide insight based on their own experience of opening overseas...
Jul 09 2014,