Michael Derby has been in the product development and approvals business for more than 35 years. His present area of expertise is helping manufacturers get radio equipment onto the market.

 As a Technical Director in Element’s Connected Technology & Mobility group, Michael provides support on all topics related to radio equipment tests, certification, and authorization. He is responsible for new initiatives and growth within Element, identifying new opportunities, finding solutions, setting up new services, and training staff.

Experience

Michael started his career working with a manufacturer, helping to get their products onto the market, including the EMC test and approvals process. He then worked for a commercial EMC test lab in the role of Senior Engineer and a radio test lab in the role of Principal Engineer. He was a radio, Bluetooth, and SAR lab manager at a commercial test lab, while attending ETSI to contribute to radio test standards.

Michael then moved to regulatory approvals as a TCB for the FCC, an FCB for ISED Canada, a Notified Body for the EU RED and EMCD, and a UK Approved Body for Great Britain.

Michael joined Element Materials in September 2020. He lives in the UK and works in our North American, European, and Asian business areas, supporting our staff and customers globally.

Michael’s core skills include communication, problem-solving, and explaining complex topics. Michael represents the test and certification industry in manufacturing organizations and is a regular speaker at conferences and industry events. With specialization and keen focus on radio modules and using radio connectivity for the Internet of Things (IoT), Michael is the author of the EU’s guidance on .

 

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Sector Expertise

Content by this expert 

WiFi Compliance Testing

Prepare Your Products for Successful Wireless Device Testing

With the growing selection of radio applications such as RFID, WiFi, and Bluetooth, it is sometimes challenging to obtain regulatory approvals for your products. This article discusses wireless testing scenarios. 

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Cyber Security Testing

Cybersecurity and the RED Article 3.3 Essential Requirements

The Regulation outlines some of the reasons for the requirements, which types of equipment will be within the scope, and the timeline for applying the new essential requirements.

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Radio Certification

Understanding Radio Approvals: On-Demand Webinar

Michael Derby, Technical Director of Regulatory Approvals at Element delivers guidance on radio approvals, reviewing the procedures for radio products for any industry using radio and connected technologies. 

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5G Test and Certification

On-demand webinar: Getting up to Speed, with 5G – a Compliance Perspective 

Industry expert Michael Derby provides a deep dive into using 5G as a tool to meet the latest demands of our world, how it differs from previous cellular generations and compliance of 5G from a test lab and certification body perspective.

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LTE Testing
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Connected Technologies

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