Track your medical devices
February 2026
About
Verlab Institute is an independent research institute in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Institute is internationally recognized for its engagement in research and development activities,
actively participating in global research networks and strategic partnerships with universities,
research organizations, industry leaders, and international institutions. Through these collaborations,
Verlab Institute contributes to high-impact projects in areas such as biomedical engineering, digital
health, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, smart systems, and advanced ICT solutions.
The institute holds ISO 21001 certification, demonstrating compliance with internationally
recognized standards for educational organization management systems.
Verlab Institute places a strong focus on research integrity, quality assurance, and compliance with
international standards, supported by its formal accreditation and proven track record in EU-
funded and international projects.
Mission and vision
Mission Vision
To be a trusted
To lead impactful, multidisciplinary research that meets global needs. research hub,
To inspire innovation and scientific discovery. driving
To deliver sustainable solutions for academia, industry, government, and innovation and
society. supporting
societal progress.
Areas of expertise
WHO collaboration and publication
Role in WHO technical series
Members of the Institute maintained active professional engagement with the World Health
Organization (WHO) and coordinated the creation of to the international guideline - Inventory and
Maintenance Management Information Systems (IMMIS), which provides structured guidance for
strengthening medical device lifecycle management.
Core expertise
Digital transformation of Medical Technology Management
Institutional level National / Regional Level
The objective is to move institutions from reactive We support the development of national
maintenance models toward predictive, data- strategies for digital medical device management
driven asset management. Within methodology and health technology governance. These
deployment, we operationalize standardized strategies define long-term transformation
procedures for preventive and corrective roadmaps, sustainability mechanisms,
maintenance, performance verification, investment planning models, and capacity
calibration, risk-based classification, and lifecycle development programs. Our approach connects
documentation. Where applicable, we integrate health policy with digital transformation, artificial
AI-driven tools and analytics to enable predictive intelligence, and quality assurance systems,
maintenance models that reduce equipment ensuring resilient and future-ready national
downtime, optimize costs, and enhance patient healthcare systems.
safety.
Implementation approach
Our structured implementation model is designed to ensure sustainable, measurable, and scalable transformation
across healthcare systems.
1. Assessment
The implementation process begins with a comprehensive and evidence-based assessment of the existing
environment. This includes evaluation of current medical device inventories, maintenance practices, digital
infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, workforce capacity, and data governance structures. We analyze institutional
workflows, national policy alignment, and digital maturity levels to identify systemic gaps, risks, and opportunities for
optimization.
2. Framework development
Based on the assessment findings, we design regulatory, operational, and digital frameworks aligned with WHO
technical guidance and international best practices. This phase includes drafting regulatory documents, defining
governance structures, establishing standardized operating procedures, and designing system architectures for
inventory and maintenance management.
3. Deployment
Our methodology prioritizes risk mitigation, cybersecurity compliance, and structured change management to ensure
smooth transition toward digital medical device management.
4. Capacity building
Sustainable transformation requires strong human capacity alongside technical systems. Therefore, continuous
training, mentorship, and knowledge transfer are integral components of our implementation model.
Contact information
For further inquiries
https://verlabinstitute.com | Ferhadija 27, 71 000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina |
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Dear Sir/Madam,
I hope this message finds you well. Please find attached two documents for
your information:
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A letter introducing the WHO publication Inventory and Maintenance
Management Information System for Medical Devices and outlining
opportunities for collaboration in the area of digital medical technology
management.
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A brief overview of the expertise and activities of the Verlab Institute,
including our work in digital health systems, biomedical engineering, and
international research collaborations.
The attached materials provide an overview of our approach to supporting
healthcare systems in strengthening the structured management of medical
technologies, including inventory control, maintenance management, and
digital transformation of health technology systems.
Should this topic be of interest for your institution, we would be pleased
to organize a short introductory meeting to discuss potential cooperation
and explore how our experience could support your priorities. Please share
your availability by replying to this e-mail.
Note: The meeting is non-binding. Should the topic be of interest to you, we
would be pleased to hear your feedback. As we are currently engaged in
several related projects, there may be opportunities for future cooperation.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Kind regards,
Matea Inić
Coordinator of operational activities/project coordinator
phone: +387 33 569 540
mobile: +387 62 363 620
Ferhadija 27, 71 000 Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
<http://www.verlabinstitute.com/> www.verlabinstitute.com
Naučnoistraživački institut Verlab za biomedicinski inžinjering, medicinske uređaje i vještačku inteligenciju
Verlab Research Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices and Artificial Intelligence
Subject: Digital transformation and structured management of medical technologies
at institutional and national levels
Information on WHO Publication Inventory and maintenance management information system for medical
device 1
Dear Sir/Madam,
It is our honor to address you on behalf of Verlab Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices and
Artificial Intelligence, a research institution dedicated to strengthening healthcare systems through digital
innovation, regulatory development and applied scientific expertise.
We are addressing you in our capacity as technical editor of the published World Health Organization (WHO)
publication Inventory and Maintenance Management Information System for Medical Devices (2025) (see
attached). This publication represents a consolidated framework developed in collaboration with
international experts and WHO advisory bodies, integrating global best practices in medical device inventory
control, inspection, maintenance, digital management systems (CMMS and IMMIS), and the application of
artificial intelligence in predictive maintenance. The methodologies presented in the publication are based
on solutions designed, implemented and validated within real healthcare systems. They now serve as a
structured model for institutional and national adoption.
In this context, in addition to sharing information about the newly published guideline, we would welcome
the opportunity to discuss your institutional or national priorities in this area and explore how our expertise
could support your ongoing and future initiatives. Please find attached our capability statement, which
outlines our expertise, methodology, and implementation experience in digital medical technology
management. We are confident that structured digital management of medical technologies significantly
enhances patient safety, operational transparency and system efficiency.
We remain at your disposal to organize a brief introductory meeting and present an approach tailored to your
priorities.
Respectfully,
Director
Dr. Lejla Gurbeta Pokvić
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https://iris.who.int/items/e09dbfa7-1823-4341-841e-abcff3fdbe19
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