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5 Key Components of Good Manufacturing Practices to obtain cGMP certification
Pharmaceutical and other FDA-regulated industries are tasked with safely manufacturing products for people (or animals) around the world. The FDA has set specific requirements, known as cGMPs) for facilities to meet the standards for a product to be deemed safe, pure, and effective. Good Manufacturing Practices are critical to any organization that produces products for the public. This training will discus..
Analytical Method Validation and Transfer
This course provides guidance on how to perform QC analytical test method validations and transfers. One of the most critical factors in developing and marketing pharmaceutical drug substances and drug products is ensuring that the analytical methods used for analysis can generate valid data upon which business and regulatory decisions can be made. FDA, ICH and USP have each recognized the importance of thi..
Basic Validation Statistics for Non - Statisticians
In this program, we will discuss the common statistics tools and techniques used in validation. Through real world examples and interactive exercises, we will demonstrate the basic concepts of statistics and how to apply them to your validation projects. Discussion will center around measures of variance, sample distributions, and expressions of variance. The session will conclude with a discussion of the c..
Cleanroom Microbiology and Sterility Assurance
This course will educate you about various key elements of sterility assurance and contamination control such as Cleanroom Regulations, Classification, Sources, and types of particles, Design Requirements, Validation/Qualification, Operations, Environmental Monitoring Program requirements, Excursion investigations, DataTrending, Microbiological processes/methodology, Cleanroom cleaning/disinfection. The typ..
Complying with 21 CFR 11 for Electronic Records/Electronic Signatures
21 CFR Part 11 was promulgated in 1979 to address a gaping hole in the regulations regarding the use of electronic records and electronic signatures. The rule was, by FDA’s admission later, confusing and challenging. Learning ObjectivesOverview of 21 CFR Part 11Explain the concepts and rationale behind the rulesDiscuss the practical application of the rule Consider challenges with the ruleWho Sh..
Computer System Validation (CSV) And Software Testing: Applying An Agile Methodology vs. Waterfall For FDA-Regulated Computer Systems And Software
Advancements in technology have forced organizations to rethink business models. Once controlled and orderly, these organizations are now more chaotic and complex, serving patients and customers that are better informed and with higher expectations than ever before. Work practices and tools must change to meet these challenges. The approach to developing software, performing validation, and maintaining a sy..
Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) and Root Cause Analysis
Recognize that CAPA is arguably the most important process in the quality management system because so much else depends on it. CAPA is used to handle not only poor quality (the traditional application) but also audit findings, customer complaints, and outputs of the management review. It can even be deployed against the other six Toyota production system wastes by treating them as "nonconformances" or, mor..
COTS, Cloud, and SaaS Systems and FDA Validation Compliance
“How can we perform an Installation Qualification (IQ) when the server is completely under the control of a vendor?”“How do we know the vendor will be able to manage security, backups, disaster recovery, and other aspects required to ensure data is collected and maintained with integrity?”“What about change control?”“How will we handle compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA’s guidance for electronic records an..
Data Integrity 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance
The importance and amount of data being generated to ensure product quality and patient safety continues to grow, and proper controls around that data continue to be a subject of regulatory scrutiny. Regulatory agencies across the world are repeatedly citing data integrity issues. As a result, industry guidance and enforcement strategies are evolving. Regulatory concerns and warning letters have extended to..
Effective and Compliant Technical Writing
This webinar will discuss how to write effective, clear and well-organized technical documents. In this webinar, you will learn how to write in the correct person using the most effective and attention-catching words. The attendees will learn how to write comprehensible clear-to-the-point statements. They will also learn the correct ways to formats to use for each type of Technical document. Areas Covered C..
Effective Batch Record Review
Most Regulatory Agencies require firms to have written procedures in place to document production and process controls, better known as batch records. Additionally, there must be written procedures for a batch record review process that demonstrate compliance.A strong batch record review system is essential in order to properly document all critical processing parameters that go along with the production an..
Equipment Qualification and Validation of Processes
The course will examine best practices to provide thoughts and ideas to develop or improve the performance of your current system. This course will provide discussion on European and FDA regulations as well as global harmonization and expectations. The course will also cover specific aspects of equipment qualification and process validation, such as protocol writing, methodology and performance, report writ..
Establishing a Robust Supplier Management Program
Regulatory expectations are clear about manufactures responsibility regarding supplier quality oversight. All regulatory agencies agree that pharmaceutical and medical device manufactures are responsible for ensuring their suppliers adhere to quality standards, maintain compliance to regulatory requirements and consistently meet established expectations. Therefore, it is essential pharmaceutical and medical..
Establishing Appropriate Quality Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Establishing appropriate Quality Assurance metrics is important for several reasons. Metrics not only measure the health of your quality system, they have the ability to change behavior, drive quality culture, and improve both individual and company performance. This course will discuss the importance of establishing metrics, how to distinguish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), as well as, how to utilize t..
FDA Guidance on the Use of Social Media: Know Your Responsibilities and Potential Liabilities
This webinar will help you understand in detail the application of FDA’s guidance on the use of social media in presenting and promoting information about drug products and medical devices subject to FDA regulation. This is critical in order to develop the appropriate strategy, policies and procedures to ensure compliance.Areas CoveredPros and cons of using social media venuesCompliant use of Social Media i..