Case Study: DnaNudge rapidly scales COVID-19 testing production with Benchmark Electronics

DnaNudge cuts product costs 50% and ramps production 4000% with Benchmark Electronics

DnaNudge, a U.K. MedTech innovator, developed the NudgeBox, a rapid, lab-free COVID-19 testing device. After receiving a substantial order from the U.K. government, their challenge was to industrialize the device and ramp up production by 4000% within just six months. They required a partner with the expertise to certify the device at scale and secure a reliable supply chain, leading them to engage Benchmark for its medical technology manufacturing capabilities.

Benchmark applied its design for excellence (DFX) process to industrialize the NudgeBox, focusing on manufacturability, test, and component design. Working hand-in-hand with DnaNudge, Benchmark optimized the supply chain, which resulted in a 50% product cost reduction. The partnership successfully delivered the devices on time and at volume, enabling DnaNudge to build a processing capacity of over 1 million tests per month for the NHS.

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