Works to align its policy positions with industry positions held and promoted by AdvaMed and the AMDD. The main advocacy focus is on Japan’s "Practice Lag", the lag between the introduction of new innovations, practices, and therapies and their widespread adoption. In this effort, this subcommittee promotes evidence-based global best practices in partnership with industry organizations both foreign and domestic. Medical device, diagnostics, and related service companies engaged in business in Japan are encouraged to join and actively participate in the MD&D Subcommittee.