IQVIA MedTech Regulatory Services

Your regulatory advantage starts early.

When you start with the right regulatory strategy, every step forward is more confident. From first submission to global expansion, we help MedTech innovators anticipate regulatory requirements, strengthen submissions, and manage risk across the product lifecycle.

Our integrated approach combines regulatory, clinical, and market access insights to strengthen submissions, reduce risk, and support a more efficient journey from planning to approval. 

Accelerate global approvals with medical device regulatory consulting and submission support tailored to local markets

Medical Device Regulatory Services

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Mapping the global regulatory landscape

IQVIA MedTech’s medical device regulatory consulting starts with a focused landscape assessment to inform global regulatory strategy. Our experts deliver tailored medical device regulatory services that align clinical, regulatory, and payer pathways for faster approvals and market success.

  • Global landscape assessment
    Analyze regulatory environments across FDA, Notified Bodies, PMDA, Health Canada and other key markets to uncover gaps and opportunities.
  • Tailored strategy and submission planning
    Build custom regulatory strategy for medical devices using MedTech regulatory solutions to streamline approvals.
  • Reimbursement and Regulatory Alignment
    Set a strong foundation for downstream reimbursement success—supporting documentation, consistency with approved labeling, and confidence in evidence used beyond approval.
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Technology for MedTech regulatory efficiency

IQVIA MedTech’s medical device regulatory consulting is powered by advanced technologies that streamline compliance and accelerate innovation. Our cloud-based platforms and AI-driven tools deliver real-time insights, optimize workflows, and support regulatory success across global markets.

  • Cloud-based quality and regulatory platforms
    Centralize product data and automate workflows with QMS and RIM solutions to enhance medical device regulatory compliance.
  • Regulatory intelligence and analytics
    Access requirements in 110+ countries with search and comparison tools that support MedTech global regulatory services.
  • AI and NLP for compliance automation
    Automate complaint management, safety monitoring, and document review to improve accuracy and efficiency in medical device regulatory services.
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Regulatory support for safety, security, usability, and software performance​

IQVIA MedTech supports medical device readiness—spanning safety, security, usability, and software performance—as integrated components of a robust regulatory strategy. Our experts help address biological safety, cybersecurity risk, human factors, and software expectations, aligning design, risk management, and documentation with global regulatory requirements across the product lifecycle.

  • Biocompatibility & Toxicology
    ISO 10993–aligned biological evaluation and toxicological risk assessment strategies to support material safety, device compliance, and global regulatory submissions.
  • Cybersecurity
    Support device cybersecurity risk management through strategy development, threat modeling, and regulatory documentation across the product lifecycle.
  • Human Factors
    Apply human factors and usability engineering to identify, mitigate, and document use‑related risks in alignment with global regulatory expectations.
  • Regulatory Intelligence & Statistics
    Data-driven insights drawn from global regulatory outcomes to inform biological safety, cybersecurity, and human factors strategies—supporting smarter planning, risk mitigation, and regulatory readiness
  • Software & AI/ML
    Support software lifecycle documentation and risk management, including requirements, verification and validation planning, and regulatory-ready evidence for software-enabled and AI/ML-powered devices.
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Staying ahead of evolving regulatory demands

IQVIA MedTech’s medical device regulatory services extend beyond approval, supporting long-term medical device regulatory compliance through proactive post-approval strategies. Our experts help manage risk, maintain safety, and adapt to evolving global requirements.

  • Safety monitoring and surveillance
    Support post‑market surveillance and regulatory reporting obligations to maintain compliance across global requirements.
  • Lifecycle regulatory management
    Deliver continuous support for post-market updates and ongoing documentation compliance.
  • Quality assurance and risk management
    Manage recalls, field actions, and ongoing risk assessments to uphold product safety and compliance.
  • Reimbursement and Regulatory Alignment
    Set a strong foundation for downstream reimbursement success—supporting documentation, consistency with approved labeling, and confidence in evidence used beyond approval.
  • Observational evidence
    Support observational evidence strategies that address regulatory commitments, label maintenance, and long‑term safety and performance evaluation.
MCRA is now part of IQVIA MedTech
Your Strategic Partner in Regulatory Success
IQVIA MedTech and MCRA bring together regulatory expertise with advanced analytics, technology, and global reach. Whether you're preparing for FDA submission, EU MDR certification, or global market entry, our integrated team provides the strategic guidance and operational support to move your product forward.
MCRA’s foundation was built on decades of MedTech focus, deep regulatory insight, and therapeutic specialization. Now, as part of IQVIA MedTech, we are expanding on that legacy to help clients navigate complexity with greater precision.
Glenn Stiegman
Senior Vice President, IQVIA MedTech
2,000+

Clients have used our MedTech regulatory services

200+

Number of global regulatory submissions per year​

25+

Former FDA and Notified Body reviewers in the IQVIA MedTech regulatory services team

Therapeutic and device specialization powering MedTech regulatory consulting
We strengthen regulatory strategy for medical devices through integrated clinical, quality assurance and reimbursement expertise. We align therapeutic insight, device science, and global regulatory requirements to design clinical strategies that generate robust, submission‑ready evidence—supporting predictable regulatory outcomes across 15+ therapeutic areas. Our teams understand how regulators evaluate medical devices—translating regulatory expectations into programs that are compliant, efficient, and purpose‑built to support approvals, clearances, certifications, and expansions.

Regulatory FAQs

Successful regulatory strategy begins early and extends beyond submission. Anticipating regulatory requirements, aligning evidence generation, and managing risk throughout development can support more efficient approvals and long term market access. IQVIA MedTech supports this lifecycle based approach by connecting regulatory, clinical, and reimbursement considerations from early planning through global expansion.

Preparing for U.S. regulatory submissions requires early engagement, clear strategy, and a strong understanding of FDA expectations. Support from teams with firsthand agency experience can help companies develop submission ready documentation, navigate feedback efficiently, and make informed decisions across 510(k), De Novo, PMA, and Breakthrough pathways.

IQVIA MedTech’s FDA Regulatory Advisory team—including former FDA staff—guides clients through 510(k), De Novo, PMA, and Breakthrough submissions, providing direct engagement support and comprehensive submission preparation.

European and UK market access requires careful planning around evolving regulatory frameworks, technical documentation, and notified body engagement. Effective support includes gap analysis, strategic submission planning, and coordination with reviewing authorities to streamline certification and reduce delays under EU MDR, IVDR, and UKCA requirements.

IQVIA MedTech assists with MDR, IVDR, and UKCA submissions, offering technical documentation, clinical and performance evaluation planning, and notified body engagement for efficient European and UK market access.

Global expansion often involves navigating diverse regional requirements while maintaining consistency in regulatory strategy. Successful approaches combine local, in country expertise with global coordination to support country specific submissions, harmonize documentation where possible, and manage complexity across APAC, LATAM, Japan, and other international markets.

IQVIA MedTech provides regulatory expertise for Japan, APAC, LATAM, and other regions, tailoring strategies to local requirements and harmonizing submissions for global market entry.

Early alignment across regulatory, clinical, and reimbursement planning helps reduce rework, clarify evidence needs, and support downstream access. Considering how regulators, payers, and other stakeholders assess value enables more informed decisions earlier in development and supports a smoother path from submission to approval and beyond.

IQVIA MedTech develops integrated strategies that align regulatory, clinical, and reimbursement pathways, considering the expectations of the various reviewing parties, and ensuring efficient approvals and successful market access for new technologies.

Modern regulatory strategy is increasingly supported by advanced technology. Cloud based Regulatory Information Management (RIM) and Quality Management System (QMS) platforms, regulatory intelligence tools, and AI enabled automation can improve visibility, streamline workflows, and help teams manage compliance across global regulatory requirements more efficiently.

IQVIA MedTech provides advanced regulatory technology, including RIM systems, AI automation, QMS platforms, and compliance dashboards to streamline global regulatory processes and enhance visibility.

Maintaining compliance after approval requires proactive lifecycle management as regulations, risks, and product use evolve. Ongoing support can include post market surveillance, safety monitoring, regulatory reporting, and quality activities that help sustain compliance while adapting to global regulatory changes.

IQVIA MedTech offers ongoing support for safety monitoring, real-world data collection, adverse event reporting, recalls, field actions, and quality assurance to help maintain global compliance after market entry.