ISO 13485:2016 is the third edition of ISO 13485 standard, and it is titled "Medical devices -- Quality management systems -- Requirements for regulatory purposes". The updated standard explains the requirements for a quality management system (QMS) where an organization can demonstrate its capability to supply medical devices and associated services so that the organization can fulfill customer and relevant regulatory requirements consistently. ISO 13485:2016 can also be utilized by vendors or external parties that offer services or products, to medical device organizations.

This course begins by covering the context of the publication of this ISO standard, and reviews the various regulations, standards of earlier editions of this publication. Then the course highlights important terminology which are grouped under different titles. The course explains all the requirements of ISO 13485 including specific requirements of quality management system, management responsibilities together with resource management, requirements of product realization such as planning for the QMS, design and development of product, purchasing controls and production management etc. The course also covers the Clause - 8 of ISO 13485 standard as a separate module that explains all about measurement, analysis and improvement.

If you’re interested in ISO or regulatory affairs as a future career, or if you’re an ISO professional seeking to keep up to date with the latest ISO 13485 standard, then this clear and simple course is for you. Understanding ISO 13485:2016 is of vital importance for all professionals working in the medical device sector. So, start this free online course today and in just 3 hours you’ll be up to date with the new changes in this important ISO standard.