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Planning for a Talented Workforce: Building a Staffing Plan for New or Expanding GMP Facilities
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Planning for a Talented Workforce: Building a Staffing Plan for New or Expanding GMP Facilities

Let’s contrast two very real scenarios: You are responsible for bringing a new GMP facility or line to full-scale production. Your board or shareholders expect...

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Transformative Power of Virtual Twins (Part 1 of 3)
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Transformative Power of Virtual Twins (Part 1 of 3)

This is the first installment of a three-part series exploring the transformative power of Virtual Twins when applied to an asset induction effort for facility...

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Five Keys to Successful Facilities Management
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Five Keys to Successful Facilities Management

Facilities Management is a critical aspect of maintaining a safe and efficient workplace. It involves a wide range of tasks, from maintaining the physical infrastructure...

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LESSONS LEARNED FROM IMPLEMENTING THE FDA’s CSA GUIDANCE: PART 1 – PLANNING
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LESSONS LEARNED FROM IMPLEMENTING THE FDA’s CSA GUIDANCE: PART 1 – PLANNING

After several years of conversation with drug manufacturers and consultants about the state of computer system validation, the FDA issued a draft of the Computer...

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Remote Regulatory Assessments – Q&A: Here to Stay
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Remote Regulatory Assessments – Q&A: Here to Stay

On January 26, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provided notification of a revised draft guidance on Remote Regulatory Assessments (RRAs).  The FDA has...

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Implementing a Risk-based Approach to Calibration 
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Implementing a Risk-based Approach to Calibration 

How does your organization determine calibration test points, tolerances, and frequency? A simple rule of thumb to calibrate instruments at 10, 50, and 90% of...

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FDA Quality Management Maturity Program
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FDA Quality Management Maturity Program

Drug shortages in the pharmaceutical industry is a significant concern that has far-reaching consequences for the industry, the regulators, the healthcare system, and ultimately the...

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The Readiness Stage of Technology Transfer 
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The Readiness Stage of Technology Transfer 

During a pharmaceutical technology transfer (TT) project, the Readiness Stage plays a pivotal role by establishing the groundwork for a successful transition. This phase involves...

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The Future of FDA Regulatory Inspections:   
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The Future of FDA Regulatory Inspections:   

The Office of Regulatory Affairs (ORA) at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently buzzing with activity and exciting developments. Here's a snapshot...

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Bridging the Gap: Role Clarity, Skill Investment, and the Battle Against Drug Shortages 
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Bridging the Gap: Role Clarity, Skill Investment, and the Battle Against Drug Shortages 

As advancements in medical science continue to expand the array of available treatments, the demand for pharmaceuticals has surged.  This surge has caused an alarming...

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Challenges Implementing a Dark Factory in Biotechnology Manufacturing
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Challenges Implementing a Dark Factory in Biotechnology Manufacturing

The concept of a "dark factory" conjures images of secrecy and clandestine operations, but in the world of biotechnology manufacturing, it represents an innovative approach...

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