NDLI: Reliability and medical device manufacturing

Content Provider	IEEE Xplore Digital Library
Author	Beasley, L.J.
Copyright Year	1995
Description	Author affiliation: PrismaSystems Corp., Rome, NY, USA (Beasley, L.J.)
Abstract	Reliability is like quality-it has many definitions, and means different things to different people. To effect reliability, we must establish clear communications, use a common language and learn to set expectations. We must work toward a language upon which all agree. Reliability must be defined and specified in measurable terms. Realistic, achievable goals (defined in terms set by the customer) must be set and agreed upon. They must also be validated. In this manner, reliability expectations on both the part of the manufacturer and the end user can be fulfilled. The result is a satisfied customer and increased chances of gaining market share. In the medical device manufacturing arena, there are three primary reasons that a high degree of reliability is vital. First and foremost is customer satisfaction. Secondly, a highly reliable product that carries with it a high reliability reduces the amount of overhead and capital dollars required to maintain it in the field. The third factor (which unfortunately vies with the first one) is the notion of public and federal scrutiny. The author discusses these reliability issues.
Starting Page	128
Ending Page	131
File Size	507445
Page Count	4
File Format	PDF
ISBN	0780324706
ISSN	0149144X
DOI	10.1109/RAMS.1995.513235
Language	English
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE)
Publisher Date	1995-01-16
Publisher Place	USA
Access Restriction	Subscribed
Rights Holder	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE)
Subject Keyword	Maintenance Costs Manufacturing industries Customer satisfaction Laboratories Psychology Throughput Personnel Profitability Manufacturing processes
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article

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