Overview of the Automated Supplier Change Notification System Last update: 08-Apr-2015

2 | MDT Confidential Supplier Change Control We recognize that continuous improvement efforts at our suppliers may require changes to manage cost, quality, delivery, and technology However, implementation of unapproved changes can have unintended effects on our products and therapies, our operations and, more importantly, our customers and patients. Suppliers must notify Medtronic of changes made to materials, products or processes.

3 | MDT Confidential Role of the Supplier Provide adequate advanced notification when possible Review timeliness of change notification – establish an effective process for triggering notification Define proactive process to identify changes from your suppliers in a timely manner

4 | MDT Confidential Previous Medtronic Change Control Process Previous Medtronic process (mid-2013 and earlier) was burdensome and time consuming Medtronic is taking steps to standardize and simplify this process where possible The first stage of this improvement project is to improve the inputs to the process

5 | MDT Confidential Project Goal: Provide a standard input source for change requests −Reduce the chance of mishandling Increase Supplier visibility to the process with automated notifications Streamline process by eliminating duplicate data entry of change details within Medtronic Project Scope: Scope is limited to CRHF supply base at this time Goal & Scope

6 | MDT Confidential 3 Steps to Submit and Track change requests 3. Monitor Status 2. Complete Form 1. Request Form 1.Send to: 2.Complete change notification form: a)Medtronic will reply with form b)Complete form c)Submit form to same address 3.Medtronic will send you notifications for the following: a)Receipt of completed form b)When a Medtronic owner is assigned c)Approval or disapproval of change

7 | MDT Confidential Content Requested For Change Supplier Details – Who you are and how to contact you Change Details –What and why the change is being made –What products are impacted Change Evaluation and Timing –What has been done to evaluate the change and affect on product performance –When the change is needed

8 | MDT Confidential Benefits to the Supplier Standardized submission process among CRHF sites Standard address for change notification Visibility and notification of status updates Traceability to submitted changes

9 | MDT Confidential Implementation Details Begin using the address and process If your quality agreement stipulates additional functions be notified of change requests (i.e. buyers), please copy them on the . Contact your Medtronic sourcing partner if you have questions