On October 2, 2025, Swissmedic announced a key update to the Swissdamed UDI Devices module. The new discard functionality enables streamlined management of device lifecycle status, bringing added efficiency and compliance for clinical, quality, and regulatory teams. This enhancement reflects Swissmedic’s commitment to supporting organizations in their oversight and regulatory activities.
- What changed?
- Who benefits?
- How to use the new functionality?
- FAQs
- Conclusion
- Disclaimer
- Swissmedic announcement link
What changed?
The Swissdamed UDI Devices module now includes functionality for discarding devices within the database. This feature provides an organized and regulatory-compliant process for marking devices as discarded when they are no longer in use or relevant to ongoing medical activities. The update enhances lifecycle management by allowing stakeholders to ensure accurate record-keeping aligned with device regulations.
Who benefits?
Regulatory, quality assurance, and clinical teams will find value in this update. This functionality minimizes administrative overhead while improving data accuracy when managing medical device inventories. Manufacturers and regulatory authorities can also leverage this tool to maintain compliance with structured reporting requirements tied to device status changes.
How to use the new functionality?
Step-by-step process for discarding
- Log in to the Swissdamed UDI Devices module using your professional credentials.
- Select the device requiring status modification.
- Access the discard function and confirm the device status update.
- Review records to ensure the updated status is correctly reflected across reports.
Swissmedic provides guidance and FAQs via their website to assist users in implementing this feature without disruptions to workflow.
FAQs
Swissmedic aims to simplify device lifecycle management while maintaining compliance standards for stakeholders.
No, but it is highly recommended for teams requiring standardized record updates for discarded devices.
Conclusion
This update marks an important evolution in the Swissdamed UDI Devices module, providing clinical, quality, and regulatory teams with improved tools to manage medical device status effectively. Organizations are encouraged to leverage this functionality to maintain accurate records and meet compliance standards.
Disclaimer
This content is intended for professional audiences and must not be considered legal advice. Please consult Swissmedic guidance directly for specific regulations or requirements.
Swissmedic announcement link
For full information about the Swissmedic announcement, see the link below.