Industy Insights

Orchid: The Evolution of Contract Manufacturing

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions CEO Nate Folkert discusses Orchid and the changing landscape of contract manufacturing.

CEO Interview: Providing Value to the Orthopedic Industry Orchid’s CEO, Nate Folkert, joined the organization in October, 2020. Prior to joining Orchid, Nate was on the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) side of the business for approximately 20 years, enabling him to bring a different perspective about how Orchid can better partner with our suppliers. Nate shared his... Read More

How to Take Orthopedic Outsourcing to the Next Level

Orthopedic device companies are outsourcing to suppliers who can provide more than manufacturing, which allows them to optimize their operations, reduce cost and re-allocate capital to invest in design and innovation of clinically-effective products.

Highlights from Dr. Menapace's Visit to our Bridgeport Facility

Some highlights from Dr. Menapace's visit to our Bridgeport, Michigan facility.

Interview with Dr. Menapace

Dr. Menapace, an orthopedic surgeon who works at Covenant Medical Center in Saginaw visited our facility in Bridgeport facility in Michigan and talked about how they use the products we make and what stood out to him when he came for a tour.

Orchid CEO Talks COVID-19’s Impact on Orthopedics Our CEO, Jerry Jurkiewicz, interviewed with ORTHOWORLD Inc. about the impact of COVID-19 on the orthopedic industry from a contract manufacturer’s perspective. He sees this as an opportunity to test and change business models and to enable suppliers and customers to collaborate more effectively. “Stay positive,” he said.... Read More

3 Considerations for Navigating through COVID-19 Impacts for the Orthopedic Industry Since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic early last month, members of our industry have been looking for signs about what it means for our medical device businesses. One thing is certain, 2020 will be a turbulent year for procedure demand. Analysts agree that because many orthopedic procedures are elective and getting postponed to help... Read More