Product Spotlight: MDD Track

by Brittany Sutton

With plans to finalize the Unique Device Identification rule by this September, the FDA is putting the pressure on manufacturers of medical devices to come up with a plan to provide UDIs on their products.

Ross PPD’s MDD Track not only helps manufacturers comply with the regulation, but also to manage to supply chains, conduct micro-targeted product recalls, and save money by using electronic instructions for use. Here are some more detailed benefits using MDD Track offers:

Improved Supply Chain Management

MDDTrack™ uses unique websites to assign UDIs for each individual medical device. The supplier scans a QR code on the packaging of the product, which assigns the UDI at the point of production so that companies can track the item through every step of the supply chain. Users can also scan the codes at point of purchase to check item history and alerts, which will reassure them about the safety of the device.

Improved Product Recall Management

Company leaders can use UDIs to place a recall down to the specific item or lot. Being able to micro-target a recall in real time will allow companies to remove faulty devices from the market more efficiently, saving money and possibly lives.

Easier Access to IFUs

In March of 2013, the European Commission began allowing electronic instructions for use for medical devices instead of paper IFUs. This ruling allows companies to reduce printing costs and to save time, and allows the consumer to access the eIFU in their native language more easily. MDD Track makes the process easier and quicker by assigning an individual product’s eIFU to the QR code on the packaging. The specific eIFU can be accessed through our simple interface with just a few clicks.

Find out more about Ross’ MDDTrack at rossppd.com/products/mddtrack.