OVERVIEW
To empower medical technology distributors with the tools and resources needed to build and implement an effective compliance program, AdvaMed and its member companies created a comprehensive Global Distributor Compliance Toolkit for use by all organizations in the global medical technology supply chain. The Toolkit includes over 50 compliance assets delivered in Word, PDF and PowerPoint spread over the Key Areas of Global Compliance. The Toolkit is highly customizable and neutrally branded. We encourage you to adapt this Toolkit as your own.
You may access and download the full PDF package for all 117 pages of content offered in five languages below:
- Global Distributor Compliance Toolkit – English
- 全球分销商 合规工具包 – Chinese
- グローバル ディストリビューター コンプライアンス ツールキット – Japanese
- Kit de Ferramentas de Conformidade para Distribuidores Globais – Portuguese
- Herramientas de Cumplimiento Normativo para Distribiudores Globales – Spanish
You may access and download specific assets and additional file formats in English via the hyperlinks in the below sections. Homepages for the Toolkit’s translated assets are under development.
The Toolkit is an evolving set of material which we aim to update and refine based on user feedback. Submit your thoughts here to contribute to the future of Global Compliance. Any and all feedback, insights, questions and comments are well welcome.
INTRODUCTORY MATERIAL
Introductory Slideshow – PDF | PowerPoint
Overview: Templates & Forms – PDF | Word
RECOGNIZING GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
Training Slides
Cover Slide – PDF | PowerPoint
Definition – PDF | PowerPoint
Examples – PDF | PowerPoint
Case Studies – PDF | PowerPoint
- Parisian Surgeon
- Public Tender
- Know Your Customer
IDENTIFYING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
Training Slides
Cover Slide – PDF | PowerPoint
Definition & Examples – PDF | PowerPoint
Case Studies – PDF | PowerPoint
- Your Spouse
- New Sales Representative
Infographic
Identifying Conflicts of Interest – PDF | Word
Templates & Forms
Conflict of Interest Declaration – PDF | Word
PREVENTING BRIBERY & CORRUPTION
Training Slides
Cover Slide – PDF | PowerPoint
Definition & Examples – PDF | PowerPoint
Case Studies – PDF | PowerPoint
- Product Training
- Conference Booth
- Customs Official
- Procurement Officer
Infographic
Preventing Bribery & Corruption – PDF | Word
Templates & Forms
Self-Certification – PDF | Word
Sponsorship Packet – PDF | Word
Grant or Donation Packet – PDF | Word
Additional Guidance
Due Diligence Quick Check – PDF | Word
KEEPING GOOD BOOKS & RECORDS
Training Slides
Cover Slide – PDF | PowerPoint
Must’s & Must Not’s – PDF | PowerPoint
Case Studies – PDF | PowerPoint
- Documenting Dinner
- Hiding Illegal Payments
- Financial Controls & Bookkeeping
Infographic
Keeping Good Books & Records – PDF | Word
Templates & Forms
Expense Reimbursement – PDF | Word
Notification on Use of Sub Distributors – PDF | Word
Additional Guidance
Keeping Good Books & Records – PDF | Word
INTERACTING WITH HCPS & GOS
Training Slides
Cover Slide – PDF | PowerPoint
Introductory Training Slides – PDF | PowerPoint
- Definition
- Examples
- Five Principles
Main Training Slides – PDF | PowerPoint
- Meals
- Gifts & Entertainment
- Charitable Donations
- Sponsorship of an Individual HCP
- Research & Education Grants
- Public Tenders
- Demonstration Products & Samples
- Example Scenarios
Case Studies – PDF | PowerPoint
- Business Dinner
- Small Talk
- Travel Request
- Concert Tickets
- State Monument
- Free Samples
Infographic
Interacting with HCPs & GOs – PDF | Word
Templates & Forms
Meeting, Event or Training Packet – PDF | Word
Meeting Sign-in Sheet – PDF | Word
Additional Guidance
Sample Code of Conduct – PDF | Word
Do’s & Don’ts Brochure – PDF
REPORTING A CONCERN
Cover Slide – PDF | PowerPoint
Contact Information Slide – PDF | PowerPoint