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IVD Consultancy

Introduction

IVD Regulatory Support

QAEC Limited provides expert regulatory consultancy services that ensure your IVD products meet global standards and regulatory compliance.

Bringing an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) product to market requires more than compliance, it demands a strong focus on patient safety and clinical efficacy.

With deep knowledge and expertise in EU IVDR 2017/746, CE and UKCA marking, FDA, and MHRA requirements, we support you at every stage of the product lifecycle. Whether you are launching a new IVD product or maintaining compliance for an existing one, we streamline regulatory pathways to help you deliver safe, effective, and compliant diagnostics to patients and healthcare providers.

We support manufacturers navigating both the EU MDR 2017/746 transition and the evolving UK MDR 2002 regulatory framework, helping them adapt technical documentation, quality management systems (QMS), and post-market surveillance (PMS) processes in line with the current MHRA and EU requirements.

Our experience includes regulatory and quality support for specimen collection swabs and transport media, laboratory reagents, PCR and qPCR kits, infectious disease diagnostics, and point-of-care testing solutions.

We are a trusted partner for IVD companies, providing clear and practical quality and regulatory support and guidance.

How We Can Help

IVD Regulatory Services

Transition

EU IVDR 2017/746 Compliance

Comprehensive consultancy services for IVD manufacturers navigating EU IVDR 2017/746 regulatory requirements and transition, ensuring seamless and continued compliance.

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UK Support

UK MDR 2002 Compliance

Expert guidance on navigating UK-specific requirements under UK MDR 2002, helping you maintain compliance and ensure continued access to the UK medical device market.

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Classification

IVD Device Classification

We offer assistance in IVD device classification under UK, EU, and US regulations, ensuring the correct regulatory pathway for each product.

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Document Cog

Technical Documentation

Creation, review, and remediation of of IVD technical documentation and device files, and supporting evidence, ensuring full conformity with IVDR Annex II & III, UK MDR 2002, and FDA requirements.

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Gap Analysis

Gap Assessments

Thorough gap assessments against IVDR, UK MDR and FDA regulations, identifying areas for improvement and providing, clear and targeted remediation plans to address documentation, QMS, and PMS deficiencies.

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Box

CE & UKCA Marking for IVDs

We offer expert support for CE and UKCA marking of IVD products, enabling seamless market access in Europe and the UK.

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Globe

Global Regulatory Strategy & Market Access

Strategic support for IVD registrations and approvals across global markets, including FDA 510(k), Health Canada MDEL, Australia TGA,  and Japan MHLW. We help ensure EU IVDR compliance, to achieve efficient market entry and successful approvals.

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QMS Support

Quality Management System (QMS) Support

Implementation and maintenance of ISO 13485 QMS for IVD manufacturers, aligned with relevant harmonised standards to ensure regulatory compliance and quality control.

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Audit

Auditing Services

Comprehensive internal and critical supplier audits for IVD manufacturers, designed to strengthen QMS and maintain ongoing compliance and continuous improvement.

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Surveillance Compliance

Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) & Vigilance

Support with PMS planning, reporting, PSURs and vigilance activities for IVD products, ensuring ongoing compliance with IVDR, UK MDR, and FDA requirements.

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Company Insights

What Our Clients Say

Lab Team - Medical Device Consultancy
Medical Device Sector
Charles was extremely accommodating, particularly in that he was able to step into a Quality Manager position temporarily. Right from the start, he quickly established a good working relationship with the team. Moreover, he provided the necessary support across both QC and QA functions.

In addition, his knowledge of our industry and our medical device regulatory consulting requirements was excellent. Furthermore, his input regarding potential future improvements provided a valued insight. As a result, the team were grateful for his support and, consequently, embraced his forward-thinking approach.
Medtech Sector
Ed provided expert guidance and support for a number of quality, regulatory, and design/development process improvements. In addition, he offered hands-on input to process and document creation as well as review activities, ensuring that each step met high standards.

Moreover, Ed clearly has extensive and relevant experience. Not only that, but he is also a subject matter expert on quality and regulatory matters relating to the development and market approval of medical devices. As such, his contributions were both strategic and practical, adding significant value to our operations.
MedTech Sector
QAEC Limited provided Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs support services in relation to Internal Audits, MDR 2017/745-related activities, and other QARA support functions as necessary. Throughout this time, they worked closely with my team within Quality and Regulatory, consistently addressing and meeting our set objectives.

Given this experience, I would highly recommend Charles (Ed) Spearpoint, QARA Consultant at QAEC Limited, for his expertise as well as his flexible and helpful approach. Indeed, he was a pleasure to work with. Overall, QAEC Limited are a great company—very efficient and professional—and undoubtedly a valuable partner for any organisation seeking high-quality QARA support.
Medical Device Sector
As Lead MDR Consultant, Ed worked closely alongside myself and my team within QA to initially conduct a gap analysis approach against the requirements of MDR 2017/745. Subsequently, he led and supported the remediation of corresponding procedures and processes, collaborating effectively with various departments and subject matter experts across our organisation.

Throughout his time on site, Ed consistently demonstrated a thorough understanding and practical working knowledge of the MDR 2017/745 regulation. In particular, he showed how it interacts with our ISO 13485:2016 Quality Management System and all associated elements. As a result, his contributions were both insightful and impactful.
HealthTech Sector
Charles (Ed) Spearpoint played a key role in the daily operations of our QA Department and provided valuable support during our FDA remediation efforts. Throughout his time with us, Ed consistently demonstrated a very high standard of quality in both his work and his approach.

In addition, he brought a refreshing perspective to the organisation and actively contributed through his professional involvement as a member of both my Worldwide QA team and the local management team.

Moreover, Ed exhibited strong leadership qualities, and it was immediately evident that he brings a wealth of experience to the table. Without hesitation, I can say that my feedback about Ed is entirely positive, and I would recommend him at any time.
Biopharmaceutical Sector
Charles (Ed) Spearpoint was engaged in a support capacity for our transition project from MDD to EU MDR 2017/745 for Medical Devices. In this role, Ed provided technical guidance, support, and direction. He also took on key responsibilities related to the compilation of the identified technical files.

Furthermore, he demonstrated a proactive approach and worked collaboratively across the business to help achieve the necessary deliverables in line with regulatory requirements. Notably, he challenged assumptions around what was truly required under the new regulations and helped to embed these changes effectively into our standard ways of working. Through this, he successfully navigated areas of complexity and ambiguity, ensuring compliance while maintaining operational integrity.

In addition, Ed also delivered awareness training aligned with MDR 2017/745, further contributing to organisational readiness and alignment with the new framework.
In Vitro Diagnostic Sector
We engaged Charles Spearpoint's IVD consultancy services to support the implementation of the MDSAP standard.

With his expert guidance, we successfully completed the first stage audits for MDSAP and also achieved certificate renewals for ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015, and the Medical Device Directive.

As a result of Charles’s involvement, we are now in a significantly stronger position with regard to compliance and regulatory activities. Moving forward, we will not hesitate to use QAEC Limited’s consulting services again when needed. We would also confidently recommend their services to other companies seeking reliable and professional QARA support.
Medical Device Sector
Charles was extremely accommodating, particularly in that he was able to step into a Quality Manager position temporarily. Right from the start, he quickly established a good working relationship with the team. Moreover, he provided the necessary support across both QC and QA functions.

In addition, his knowledge of our industry and our medical device regulatory consulting requirements was excellent. Furthermore, his input regarding potential future improvements provided a valued insight. As a result, the team were grateful for his support and, consequently, embraced his forward-thinking approach.
Medtech Sector
Ed provided expert guidance and support for a number of quality, regulatory, and design/development process improvements. In addition, he offered hands-on input to process and document creation as well as review activities, ensuring that each step met high standards.

Moreover, Ed clearly has extensive and relevant experience. Not only that, but he is also a subject matter expert on quality and regulatory matters relating to the development and market approval of medical devices. As such, his contributions were both strategic and practical, adding significant value to our operations.
MedTech Sector
QAEC Limited provided Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs support services in relation to Internal Audits, MDR 2017/745-related activities, and other QARA support functions as necessary. Throughout this time, they worked closely with my team within Quality and Regulatory, consistently addressing and meeting our set objectives.

Given this experience, I would highly recommend Charles (Ed) Spearpoint, QARA Consultant at QAEC Limited, for his expertise as well as his flexible and helpful approach. Indeed, he was a pleasure to work with. Overall, QAEC Limited are a great company—very efficient and professional—and undoubtedly a valuable partner for any organisation seeking high-quality QARA support.
Medical Device Sector
As Lead MDR Consultant, Ed worked closely alongside myself and my team within QA to initially conduct a gap analysis approach against the requirements of MDR 2017/745. Subsequently, he led and supported the remediation of corresponding procedures and processes, collaborating effectively with various departments and subject matter experts across our organisation.

Throughout his time on site, Ed consistently demonstrated a thorough understanding and practical working knowledge of the MDR 2017/745 regulation. In particular, he showed how it interacts with our ISO 13485:2016 Quality Management System and all associated elements. As a result, his contributions were both insightful and impactful.
HealthTech Sector
Charles (Ed) Spearpoint played a key role in the daily operations of our QA Department and provided valuable support during our FDA remediation efforts. Throughout his time with us, Ed consistently demonstrated a very high standard of quality in both his work and his approach.

In addition, he brought a refreshing perspective to the organisation and actively contributed through his professional involvement as a member of both my Worldwide QA team and the local management team.

Moreover, Ed exhibited strong leadership qualities, and it was immediately evident that he brings a wealth of experience to the table. Without hesitation, I can say that my feedback about Ed is entirely positive, and I would recommend him at any time.
Biopharmaceutical Sector
Charles (Ed) Spearpoint was engaged in a support capacity for our transition project from MDD to EU MDR 2017/745 for Medical Devices. In this role, Ed provided technical guidance, support, and direction. He also took on key responsibilities related to the compilation of the identified technical files.

Furthermore, he demonstrated a proactive approach and worked collaboratively across the business to help achieve the necessary deliverables in line with regulatory requirements. Notably, he challenged assumptions around what was truly required under the new regulations and helped to embed these changes effectively into our standard ways of working. Through this, he successfully navigated areas of complexity and ambiguity, ensuring compliance while maintaining operational integrity.

In addition, Ed also delivered awareness training aligned with MDR 2017/745, further contributing to organisational readiness and alignment with the new framework.
In Vitro Diagnostic Sector
We engaged Charles Spearpoint's IVD consultancy services to support the implementation of the MDSAP standard.

With his expert guidance, we successfully completed the first stage audits for MDSAP and also achieved certificate renewals for ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015, and the Medical Device Directive.

As a result of Charles’s involvement, we are now in a significantly stronger position with regard to compliance and regulatory activities. Moving forward, we will not hesitate to use QAEC Limited’s consulting services again when needed. We would also confidently recommend their services to other companies seeking reliable and professional QARA support.
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Why Choose Us

  • Proven Track Record

    Global expertise in quality assurance and regulatory affairs for a variety of industries, ensuring global regulatory standards are met.

  • Customised Solutions

    Tailored consultancy to meet your specific business needs.

  • MDR and IVDR Experts

    Successful transition to MDR 2017/745 and IVDR 2017/746.

  • End-to-End Support

    From setup and validation to ongoing audit support, we ensure continuous compliance and quality.

  • Our Flexible Resource

    Monthly retainer, short-term, interim, or long-term quality or regulatory support, we can help you meet your goals cost-effectively.

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