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An Optimized Supply Chain
At Tame-Care, we handle all logistics and supply chain operations associated with the production of your medical device, offering flexible solutions tailored to your needs and timelines.
Through our supply chain management processes, we adapt the supply chain to align with your medical device’s lifecycle, production volumes, and product developments, ensuring continuous optimization.
This comprehensive process, built on 50 years of experience, includes procurement, inventory and storage management, traceability, packaging, and shipping.
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Sourcing Integrated into Engineering
During the design or redesign of your medical device, our engineering teams focus on manufacturability from the outset. They collaborate closely with our procurement team to perform thorough forecasts and analyses of the bill of materials. Their goal is to ensure high-quality manufacturing throughout your device’s lifecycle.
This approach includes avoiding components nearing obsolescence and ensuring second-source alternatives for critical components.
Component and Material Procurement
Sourcing electronic components can be complex and significantly impact timelines, quality, flexibility, competitiveness, and the cost of your medical device.
With over 50 years of experience and seamless collaboration between our design office, production, and purchasing teams, we master every aspect of the supply chain to deliver your medical device on time while continuously optimizing costs.
Our long-standing relationships with globally recognized supplier partners allow us to consistently reduce costs while maintaining the highest levels of quality and delivery standards.
Storage and Inventory Management
Maintaining proper stock levels in optimal storage conditions is crucial to ensure material quality and an efficient supply chain. At Tame-Care, we operate warehouses equipped with ERP-integrated systems, humidity-controlled cabinets compliant with IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033 regulations, and vacuum packaging systems.
We also offer finished product storage for our clients with dedicated and secure storage locations. Tame-Care provides tailored inventory management and just-in-time delivery options, regardless of your location.
Traceability
Complete traceability of raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and production processes is essential for medical devices. At Tame-Care, our fully integrated ERP system ensures precise inventory management, including the monitoring of component shelf lives.
Delivery to the End Customer
In addition to final assembly, Tame-Care extends its services to include logistics management on behalf of clients.
We collaborate with a robust network of international logistics partners to ensure:
Faster and safer deliveries via air, sea, and road routes.
Cost optimization solutions.
National and international shipping services.
By partnering with us, you benefit from the most efficient, flexible, and cost-effective system to ship your product wherever it needs to go.
Packaging and Shipping
At Tame-Care, we adapt to the specific packaging requirements of each delivery, whether in terms of materials or procedures, and design custom packaging when needed. Additionally, we can deliver a fully finished product with custom packaging, including manuals and documentation, while managing all shipping operations.
Challenges of the Supply Chain
Active medical devices present unique challenges to the supply chain due to their technological complexity, strict quality standards, and direct impact on patient health. Managing their logistics involves both strategic and operational considerations:
Strict Regulatory Compliance
Active medical devices must adhere to rigorous international standards (ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, etc.) that affect every stage of the supply chain. Each supplier, subcontractor, and manufacturer must ensure complete traceability of components, raw materials, and processes to maintain the final product’s compliance.
Quality Management
The supply chain for active medical devices (AMDs) must minimize the risks of defects or non-compliance. Electronic components, embedded software, and mechanical parts must meet high-quality standards, as any failure could endanger patients’ lives. This necessitates rigorous controls at every stage, from supplier selection to final delivery.
Component and Technology Complexity
Active medical devices (AMDs) often incorporate advanced technologies. This complexity increases reliance on specialized suppliers and can create bottlenecks if disruptions occur in the supply chain.
Dependence on Critical Suppliers
Certain essential parts or components may be sourced from a limited number of manufacturers. Supply disruptions caused by global crises (pandemics, geopolitical conflicts) or supplier failures can delay the production or market launch of medical devices.
Logistics and Transportation Conditions
In addition to final assembly, Tame-Care extends its services to include logistics management on behalf of clients.
We collaborate with a robust network of international logistics partners to ensure:
Faster and safer deliveries via air, sea, and road routes.
Cost optimization solutions.
National and international shipping services.
By partnering with us, you benefit from the most efficient, flexible, and cost-effective system to ship your product wherever it needs to go.
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