Introduction
Transferring the manufacturing of medical disposables from one part of the world to another poses unique challenges given the combination of a robust regulatory environment, and custom tooling and automation. That said, when done properly, a ‘lift and shift’ strategy can seamlessly achieve its goals.

Forefront Medical Technology, a specialty contract manufacturer with a focus in disposable diagnostic, drug delivery and medical device systems, frequently helps its customers transfer production to its facilities in China in a cost-effective manner. This paper looks at mistakes made in poorly-planned program transfers.

The five most common are:
• Failure to fully define the desired outcomes of the transfer
• A focus on price instead of considering the total cost
• Poor understanding of available supplier capabilities in the preferred transfer region
• Lack of a robust transfer plan, and • Unanticipated regulatory issues.

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