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Product Software Versus Tool Software

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When considering software process and software validation requirements for “product software” versus “tool software,” it can be very confusing and challenging. We have created a job aid that can help facilitate the discussion of the differences between the two. Product software runs as part of the product, whereas tool software is software running a tool used for development (e.g., compiler) or testing tools (e.g., static analyzer).

The QSR which requires that “when computers or automated data processing systems are used as part of production or the quality system, the [device] manufacturer shall validate computer software for its intended use according to an established protocol.” ISO 13485 § 4.1.6 requires validation of quality system software.

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IEC 62304 and other emerging standards for Medical Device and HealthIT Software

Our flagship course for preparing regulatory, quality, engineering, operations, and others for the activities and documentation expected for IEC 62304 conformance and for FDA expectations. The goal is to educate on the intent and purpose so that the participants are able to make informed decisions in the future. Focus is not simply what the standard says, but what is meant and discuss examples and approaches one might implement to comply. Special deep discount pricing available to FDA attendees and other regulators.

3-days onsite with group exercises, quizzes, examples, Q&A.

Instructor: Brian Pate

Next public offering: June 24-26, 2025 (Boston, MA)

Multiple participants from the same company: If you register 5 or more from the same company before March 15, 2025, receive a special discounted registration of $1999 per person. These registrations may be transferred to another person at any time. Email training@softwarecpr.com to register and secure the TEAM discount.

For private, in-house courses, please contact us.

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Being Agile & Yet Compliant (Public)

Our SoftwareCPR unique approach to incorporating agile and lean engineering to your medical device software process training course is now open for registration!

Agile principles that align well with medical
Backlog management
Agile risk management
Incremental and iterative software development lifecycle management
Frequent release management
And more!

3 days virtual (Zoom) with group exercises, quizzes, examples, Q&A.

Lead Instructor: Mike Russell

Next public offerings:

Americas: 11-13 February 2025
EU/Eastern Europe/Middle East/Africa/Atlantic/eastern South America: 18-20 February 2025
Southern Central Northeastern Pacific: 24-26 February 2025

See our post titled: 1st Quarter 2025 Agile Compliant Courses Scheduled

Medical Device Cybersecurity (Public or Private)

This course takes a deep dive into the US FDA expectations for cybersecurity activities in the product development process with central focus on the cybersecurity risk analysis process. Overall approach will be tied to relevant standards and FDA guidance documentation. The course will follow the ISO 14971:2019 framework for overall structure but utilize IEC 62304, IEC 81001-5-1, and AAMI TIR57 for specific details regarding cybersecurity planning, risk characterization, threat modeling, and control strategies.

2-days onsite with group exercises, quizzes, examples, Q&A.

Instructor: Dr Peter Rech, 2nd instructor (optional)

Next public offering: TBD