💻FDA Guidance on Computer Software Assurance for Medical Devices
Computer Software Assurance for Production and Quality System Software; Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff; Availability
Summary
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the availability of a final guidance entitled "Computer Software Assurance for Production and Quality System Software." FDA is issuing this guidance to provide recommendations on computer software assurance for computers and automated data processing systems used as part of medical device production or the quality system. FDA believes that these recommendations will help foster the adoption and use of innovative technologies that promote patient access to high-quality medical devices and help manufacturers to keep pace with the dynamic, rapidly changing technology landscape, while promoting compliance with laws and regulations implemented by FDA.
Agencies
- Health and Human Services Department
- Food and Drug Administration
Business Impact
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The regulation outlines compliance and regulatory requirements for medical device manufacturers regarding software assurance for production and quality systems. It encourages the adoption of innovative technologies while maintaining adherence to FDA standards. This impacts businesses by necessitating changes in software validation practices and ensuring product quality.