This week's top 5: Editor's pick
Our editor Laura Hughes highlights her five must-read articles for this week.
1. How will EU MDR affect enterprise labelling?
Despite the impending implementation date in May 2020, many companies have not yet grasped the full impact the new EU Medical Device Regulations (MDR) will have on product labelling. Kallik’s channel marketing manager, Graham Francis, offers some practical advice on the topic.
2. Europe's medical device industry experiences rise in deal activity
According to GlobalData's deals database, there was a rise of 12.7% in overall deal activity for Europe's medical devices during Q3 of 2019, compared to the four-quarter average.
3. Survey results suggest medical device tax will heavily impact R&D
The Medical Alley Association has conducted a survey on its members to determine the impact of the implementation of the medical device excise tax which will come into effect on 1st January 2020, following its suspension in 2016.
4. Irish 3D printing firm wins UK innovation award
The Platinum Awards which aims to shine the spotlight on the UK’s best tech companies awarded recognition to medical 3D printing firm, Axial3D.
5. UK companies are experiencing success across the pond
The Association of British HealthTech Industries' (ABHI’s) US accelerator programme has announced two major successes including a partnership with Cleveland Clinic, Ohio and FDA 510(k) clearance for a clinical decision support software solution.