Survey dataset of the stakeholders involved in the Medical device Innovation System in South Africa

This dataset comprises survey data collected from three key stakeholder groups within the medical device innovation system (IS) in South Africa: 1) academia/research organizations, 2) enterprises, and 3) government bodies. Three surveys were designed for the three stakeholder groups and they were designed using innovation indicators derived from the Technology Innovation System (TIS) Functions framework to identify challenges and opportunities within the medical device IS. To ensure validity and relevance ahead of distributing the survey, the survey questions were refined through piloting them and conducting semi-structured interviews with experts in the field, including seven academics, four representatives from enterprises, and two government officials. Stakeholders from the medical device IS were then invited to complete the survey online, with responses collected and stored anonymously. The response rates were as follows: Government: 36.1%; Enterprise: 27.8%; Academia: 32.8%. This dataset offers valuable insights for stakeholders in the medical device IS who are interested in identifying existing gaps and exploring opportunities to strengthen the innovation system.