“Innovation is not the sole preserve of industry. Service providers are innovators, too,” explains Stéphane Gumy, General Manager of PMS Process Management System. “In the world of consulting, innovation means having the ability to develop and deploy innovative solutions that are both affordable and fully compliant with current regulations.”
The Fribourg-based company has been providing its services to the pharmaceutical, medical device and cosmetics sectors since 2007 and has made it its mission to enable SMEs and start-ups to access cutting-edge solutions despite the financial constraints they often face. “Meeting the specific needs of each customer therefore requires a mix of creativity and efficiency.”
PMS offers a wide range of services, from process validation and risk analysis to auditing and project management. They also offer training courses and provide regulatory representation services, e.g. taking on the ‘contracted qualified person’ role on behalf of its customers. “For the medical sector, manufacturing process optimization and regulatory compliance, including ISO and GMP compliance, are a must,” adds Gumy.
An ecosystem where synergies flourish
Tecost, another firm based in the Bluefactory innovation district, develops clinical information systems for the healthcare sector. Under the Carefolio brand, it delivers a range of innovative, integrated solutions that are tailored to the needs of acute care hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, long-stay facilities, homecare organizations and care networks. Since it started operating in 1997, the firm has enjoyed steady growth. It has now over 200 customers across Switzerland and more than 30,000 users utilize its information systems every day.
Bluefactory is also an ecosystem where synergies between firms working in the health sector flourish. Testo Industrial Services (see photo), a subsidiary of measurement equipment manufacturer Testo SE & Co, has established itself as one of Switzerland’s leading providers of calibration and GxP services, offering as many as 300 accredited calibration procedures. Its extensive service portfolio also includes test equipment management, qualification, validation and a qualified training program.
