News
Noteworthy news and perspective from ASG, plus industry insights and upcoming eventsWhat's Happening at ASG and in Our Industry
The Client’s Advocate
At ASG, we believe that building trust between our clients and team members is crucial to lasting, fruitful relationships. What does it mean to be a client advocate? Being a client advocate… Read More
Getting Devices to Market Faster
The FDA is making it easier for healthcare officials and patients to access new medical devices. The FDA’s Breakthrough Devices Program is a voluntary program for certain medical devices and device-led… Read More
New Frontiers: Introducing ASG Europe and Jason McGlynn
ASG is excited to announce its expansion across the pond with the launch of ASG Europe Ltd. “With ASG Europe, we’re extending our commitment to client success,” said ASG Co-Founder, Principal and… Read More
Going Euro for Biocompatibility
Curiosity is one of the core tenets of ASG’s One Team culture. The company encourages team members’ desire to learn and grow by supporting learning opportunities and creating forums where they can… Read More
Knowledge (Management) Is Power
ASG Co-Founder, Principal and Senior Consultant Doug Koeneman has always been interested in how things work. It’s his approach to making things work better that sets ASG apart. As both an engineer… Read More
New Medical Device Quality Rules Are on the Way from the FDA
In case you haven’t heard, the FDA recently updated its Quality System Regulation/Medical Device Good Manufacturing Process. The changes are slated to take effect Feb. 2, 2026. The FDA reports that on… Read More
Happy to Help
At ASG, interests and talents run the gamut. Each member of the ASG Team brings unique assets when it comes to serving clients. Some of them play music while others are interested… Read More
ASG’s Doug Koeneman on Interoperability and Cybersecurity
Interoperability refers to the ability of different systems and devices to exchange and use information effectively. In the context of health care, it involves the flow of information between various health care… Read More
Outsmarting the Brain
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research in Cologne, Germany, have unveiled a connection between the anti-obesity drug liraglutide and cognitive function. This discovery, which highlights the intricate relationship between… Read More
4 Ways to Build Dynamic Teams
Meet Suna Sibi, one of ASG’s technical project managers, whose talent helps satisfy ASG clients and inspire the team she leads. “Suna’s perceptions are always on target,” said Onna Koeneman, ASG quality… Read More
Good Culture: A Chat with ASG Social Chair Ryan Straughn
You know a company has an awesome culture when employees invite their friends to work there. It’s also a good sign when employees are eager to help drive that culture forward. ASG… Read More
Polymer Power Unleashed
Researchers at the University of Stuttgart have realized the capabilities of switchable polymer materials, signifying a new era in medical device technology development. These adaptable polymers hold great potential to alter the… Read More
The Value of Virtual Product Testing
Today there’s a safe and efficient way to test medical devices and products without physically touching them. Engineers, programmers, scientists and designers can test products by creating computer models and analyzing simulations. According to… Read More
From Lego Bricks to Medical Machinery
Process Mechanical Engineer Javier Delgado joined ASG last year, and he’s already learned a lot about engineering research, NFC technology, and Automation Engineering. His path to an engineering career began in childhood… Read More
The Cutting Edge of Patient Care
The Internet of Things is made up of smart devices connected to a network. If you have a smartwatch or smart thermostat, you’re already plugged into it. Edge computing is a strategy… Read More
Cultivating Curiosity
At ASG, we have an enduring desire to learn and grow. That’s why curiosity is one of our core values. “We want our employees to be curious,” said Onna Koeneman, quality risk… Read More
Researchers Harness Biomaterials to Revolutionize Tissue Healing
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego, have recently developed a new type of biomaterial that has the potential to revolutionize the field of tissue engineering. This new material is capable… Read More
Family Business: A Chat with Austen Metzger
Austen Metzger began his ASG career as an intern. Now, he’s a full-time project manager. In this Q&A, Austen talks about how he made the journey to his current role and how… Read More
She’s Electric: Or Is It Just Her Pills?
A group of researchers from Chalmers University recently made a material breakthrough presenting a new opportunity in the development of biomedicines. Biomedicines are created from live cells and are used, among other… Read More
An Unexpected Journey: Criminology, Engineering and Fatherhood
Jason Schnaus brings an array of useful skills to the ASG team. The criminology major and father of two also earned a degree in construction management. Now he uses his skills to… Read More
Virtual Therapy: From Stress to Strength
Just last year the CDC estimated 41.5% of adults in the United States had symptoms of anxiety or a depressive disorder. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America found that 56% of… Read More
A Thoughtful Approach to Engineering and Life
Krista Gearhart is a successful, published engineer and patent owner. Born and raised in Southern Indiana, she graduated with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering, Biomaterials from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and a… Read More
Safer Sterilization: Reducing the Environmental Impact of Sterilizing Medical Devices
Sterilizing medical devices is vital to helping prevent serious infections. Ethylene oxide (EtO), a gas that penetrates the sterile barrier of a product to eliminate harmful microorganisms, is used to sterilize more… Read More
Jacob’s New Groove: The Value of Service in Peru
At ASG, we give priority to enriching the lives of others. So much so that service is one of our core values. In their personal lives, several ASG employees devote free time… Read More