Design Transfer & Risk Assessments for Life Sciences

Seamless Product Launches Backed by Science and Strategy

Zilyc helps life sciences organizations successfully transfer new products from R&D into scalable, compliant manufacturing. Our integrated approach combines project management, regulatory foresight, and technical documentation to reduce risks and accelerate time to market.

Whether you’re developing diagnostic assays, instrumentation, or medical devices, our team ensures your design transfer process is efficient, traceable, and audit-ready.

Strategic Design Transfer Planning

We work with your R&D, engineering, and operations teams to plan and execute smooth design transitions. Our strategies minimize production delays, compliance gaps, and costly revisions.

Our services include:

  • Design transfer project management
  • Cross-functional planning between R&D, quality, and manufacturing
  • Design history file (DHF) and device master record (DMR) documentation
  • Manufacturing feasibility analysis and technology transfer guidance
  • Supplier coordination and contract manufacturer onboarding

We ensure your design intent is preserved from prototype through full-scale production.

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Verification & Validation (V&V)

Robust verification and validation protocols are essential for quality assurance and regulatory approval. Zilyc supports V&V strategies that meet FDA, ISO 13485, and EU MDR requirements.

Our services include:

  • Design verification protocols and execution
  • Design validation procedures based on user needs
  • Test method validation (TMV) and acceptance criteria
  • Risk-based validation plans aligned with intended use
  • Coordination with third-party labs and internal testing resources

We guide your team in demonstrating that products meet design and performance expectations, backed by clear documentation and technical integrity.

Comprehensive Risk Management

Effective risk management is a cornerstone of successful product development. Zilyc helps identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the design lifecycle.

Risk-related services include:

  • Risk analysis in accordance with ISO 14971
  • Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for design and process
  • Hazard identification and risk-benefit analysis
  • Control measures and verification tracking
  • Traceability matrices and post-market surveillance planning

From early-stage design to post-market monitoring, our risk strategies support product safety, regulatory approval, and user trust.

Why Zilyc?

Zilyc brings together technical expertise, project execution, and deep regulatory knowledge to streamline your design transfer and risk management efforts.

We offer:

  • 20+ years of experience in IVD and medical device development
  • Hands-on support across R&D, QA/RA, and manufacturing teams
  • Tools, templates, and training tailored to FDA and ISO standards
  • Proven success navigating complex transfer programs and audits

Whether launching a new diagnostic cartridge or scaling an assay to global production, we align strategy with execution—every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is design transfer, and why is it critical?

Design transfer is the structured process of converting a validated design into manufacturing specifications. It ensures that a product can be reliably and compliantly produced at scale. Poorly executed transfers can lead to quality issues, delays, or regulatory nonconformance.

What are the key elements of successful design transfer?

A clear transfer plan, collaborative cross-functional teams, accurate documentation (DHF, DMR), validated manufacturing processes, and aligned supplier relationships all contribute to a smooth design transfer.

How does risk management fit into product development?

Risk management helps identify and mitigate potential failures before they affect product quality or patient safety. It’s a regulatory requirement under ISO 14971 and is essential throughout the lifecycle—from design input through post-market surveillance.

When should risk assessments begin?

Risk assessments should start at the concept phase and evolve with each stage of development. Zilyc helps ensure that risk activities are proactive, documented, and integrated into your QMS.

Let’s Move from Concept to Commercialization—Confidently

RPartner with Zilyc to transform complex designs into market-ready, compliant products. Contact us today to discuss how we can guide your next transfer project from planning through production.