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When Does Product Development Really Begin?

22. Jul 2025

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Summary

Many MedTech teams assume they’re already in product development as soon as a prototype exists or clinical need is confirmed.

From a regulatory and engineering perspective, that’s a misconception.
And building on that false assumption risks time, budget — and credibility.

In my latest article, I unpack

Why feasibility ≠ development
What truly marks the start of product development
Why “patching the prototype” is a risky path
What teams can already do in the feasibility phase to move faster, safer, and more successfully later on

Whether you’re a startup or updating an existing product under MDR/IVDR — clarity here saves you a lot of pain later.

So don’t just keep going. Start right.

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Author of article

Christoph Taegert-Kilger

As an experienced project manager, system/software architect and quality manager, I support startups and established companies with best practices of system and software engineering, from idea and prototype to approved medical device.

When Does Product Development Really Begin?

Christoph Taegert-Kilger

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