Developing potentially life-saving products requires unparalleled performance, security, and compliance. However, as medical technology continues to evolve, so does the complexity of managing the systems that power it. Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing...
Delivering high-quality products quickly and cost-effectively requires seamless collaboration between design and manufacturing teams. However, many organizations still operate in silos that lead to inefficiencies, delays, and costly rework. PTC Windchill, a leading...
From my decades of experience in the IT and Engineering space, I’ve seen firsthand how even the most capable engineering teams can falter under the weight of compliance requirements. In highly regulated industries, the need to innovate quickly often clashes with the...
Jake Ferretti is a professional services engineer who joined SPK in June of 2024. Before joining SPK, Jake worked for a zero-trust security startup company. In his current role, he ensures customer satisfaction by providing AWS, Azure, GCP, and other technical...
At SPK and Associates, we regularly help companies get clarity around their Atlassian investment. One common area of confusion is understanding the difference between a Jira Administrator, a Jira Consultant (or Expert), and a Jira Architect. These roles aren’t...
Welcome to Why Every Engineering Team Needs a Strong PDM Strategy Hey everyone and welcome back to our vlog series where we talk about all things engineering, IT, and innovation. I'm Michael Roberts, Vice President of Sales and Marketing here at SPK and Associates....
In highly regulated industries like medical devices, maintaining data integrity and regulatory compliance is non-negotiable. One of the key regulations in this space is FDA 21 CFR Part 11, which governs the use of electronic records and electronic signatures. It...
Aligning cross-functional teams is more critical than ever for modern organizations. Miscommunication, siloed information, and disconnected tools often stand in the way of productivity and progress. Atlassian, a leader in team collaboration, has developed a...
The digital thread is a transformative approach to connecting data, systems, and teams across the product lifecycle. It enables seamless access to real-time data and traceability across departments and tools. However, for many organizations, implementing a robust...
Medical device manufacturing is one of the most regulated, complex, and high-stakes industries in the world. From ensuring compliance with evolving global regulations to protecting patient data, companies face a multitude of hurdles. These are just what is expected....
Creo is a powerful CAD tool that offers an immense range of capabilities. No matter how long you've been using it, there's always room to level up. Whether you’re designing complex assemblies or optimizing for manufacturability, these best practices will help you...
As the demands for high-performance computing intensify, organizations face a critical decision. Teams must choose between investing in traditional high-performance computing (HPC) desktops or adopting a modern, flexible solution like SPK’s vCAD™. In this blog, we...