SAMD

Software as a Medical
Device, Demystified Worldwide

Software medical devices are regulated differently across the world, but most frameworks share the same DNA - the IMDRF SaMD model, a quality-managed software lifecycle, and reliance on CE or FDA approvals to open doors elsewhere.

At Taylored Consultancy Ltd, we help you build a robust, internationally-minded foundation - your lifecycle, risk and clinical evidence - then advise you closely on each market you're targeting so your software travels with the least friction.

Clearing the path to market -
regulatory and quality expertise that gets your software safe, compliant, and ready for market - wherever you launch.

Client healthcare and skincare products with a stethoscope

What We Do

Global Regulatory Strategy

We help you plan a route to market across multiple countries, prioritising the approvals that unlock the most markets.

Qualification & Classification (IMDRF SaMD)

We assess your software against the internationally harmonised IMDRF SaMD framework adopted in varying forms worldwide.

Software Lifecycle (IEC 62304)

We help you build a compliant, internationally-recognised software development lifecycle.

Risk Management & AI Governance

We build your risk management file (ISO 14971) and help you address AI-specific governance (ISO/IEC 42001, Good Machine Learning Practice).

Reliance & Recognition Pathways

We help you leverage CE or FDA approvals through the reliance routes many markets offer.

Local Representation

Almost every market requires a local representative. We help you understand and arrange the right one.

QMS Creation (ISO 13485)

We help you implement a QMS to ISO 13485 - the universal baseline for software medical devices.

Let's Talk

Every market has its own rules, and the detail matters. Get in touch for a free consultation and we'll map out exactly what your product needs, wherever you're headed.

Areas of Expertise

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