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ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices QMS

The quality management standard for organizations involved in the design, production and servicing of medical devices.

ISO13485Medical
Focus
Medical Device Quality
Ideal For
Medical device chain
Framework
Regulatory-aligned QMS
Validity
3-year cycle
Medical device quality documentation
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Medical Device Quality
Medical Devices Quality Management

What is ISO 13485?

ISO 13485:2016 specifies requirements for a quality management system where an organization needs to demonstrate its ability to provide medical devices and related services that consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Built around risk management and regulatory compliance, it is the globally accepted benchmark for the medical-device industry and a frequent prerequisite for market access.

  • Regulatory alignment — built to satisfy medical-device regulatory requirements.
  • Risk management — risk-based controls across the product lifecycle.
  • Traceability — rigorous documentation, records and device traceability.
Why Certify

Benefits of ISO 13485 certification

A medical-device QMS that ensures safety, compliance and access to regulated markets.

COMPLIANCE

Meet regulations

Align with medical-device regulatory requirements worldwide.

SAFETY

Ensure device safety

Embed risk management across the entire product lifecycle.

MARKETS

Enable market access

Meet a key prerequisite for selling devices internationally.

TRUST

Build credibility

Reassure healthcare providers, regulators and patients.

CONTROL

Strong traceability

Maintain rigorous records, documentation and traceability.

IMPROVE

Reduce defects

Continually improve quality and reduce nonconformities.

Key Requirements

What the standard expects

The core areas your organization will address on the path to ISO 13485 certification.

  • 1QMS documentationMaintain a medical-device file and controlled documentation.
  • 2Risk managementApply risk management throughout product realization.
  • 3Design controlsControl design and development with verification and validation.
  • 4Production controlsEnsure cleanliness, traceability and process validation.
  • 5Regulatory requirementsMeet applicable regulatory and customer requirements.
  • 6Monitoring & feedbackHandle complaints, feedback and corrective action.
Who Needs It

Industries that benefit from ISO 13485

Medical Devices
Healthcare
Diagnostics
Device Distributors
Sterilization Services
Pharmaceuticals
The Pathway

How IQS certifies you to ISO 13485

A transparent, impartial route from application to certification — and continual improvement beyond.

01

Application & Gap Review

We scope your needs and review your current system against ISO 13485.

02

Stage 1 & Stage 2 Audit

Readiness review followed by the full certification audit by qualified auditors.

03

Certification Decision

An independent review and decision, then your certificate is issued.

04

Surveillance & Renewal

Periodic surveillance audits and three-yearly recertification keep you compliant.

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Ready to pursue ISO 13485?

Talk to our team for a free, no-obligation assessment of your readiness for ISO 13485 certification — usually within one business day.