Many companies are turning to China for the development of their medical devices, and for good reasons: China is able to offer quick lead times, low piece part cost and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. There are many benefits to this outsourcing, but there are also risks. Before signing up with a Chinese manufacturer, it is important to be aware of the challenges associated with FDA compliant manufacturing in China.
Watch Mark Slaven, managing director of Insight's Shanghai office, discuss the challenges and the benefits of manufacturing medical devices in China.