Nicolas Medrano
Supply Chain Manager, Costa Rica, for Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies
Nicolas Medrano is an accomplished supply chain professional with over 18 years of experience in the medical devices, metal packaging, and food industries. As the Sr. manager of supply chain at Terumo BCT Costa Rica, Medrano leads a dynamic team responsible for planning, procurement, logistics, and warehouse activities. He played a pivotal role in transferring all supply chain activities from Lakewood, Colorado to Cartago, Costa Rica, supporting the production of disposables used in automated blood collection, therapeutic apheresis, pathogen reduction, and cell expansion systems. Medrano holds a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering and has earned certifications in Executive Mentoring from the Shingo Institute for Discover Excellence and Systems Designs. His extensive expertise and leadership have been instrumental in optimizing supply chain operations and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Thursday April 24, 2025
Solving the Make vs. Buy Puzzle: Strategies for Medical Device OEMs
While the outsourcing of many manufacturing capabilities continues to grow, some medtech makers choose to keep a process or component fabrication in-house. What factors should be considered when making this decision? How can one decide the best course of action? This session will feature a panel discussion among industry representatives who have had to answer this question. They will share the best practices they use and their own recommendations for an effective evaluation. Moderated by Jim McCormack