March 2nd 2015
A new technical report guides bio/pharma companies in establishing a risk-based approach for prevention and management of drug shortages.
September 12th 2014
Kurt Lumsden, Director, eCDS Client Services at PAREXEL Informatics, discusses the use of interactive response technologies in investigational product expiry management.
May 2nd 2014
Industry players offer suggestions for quality metrics as FDA continues to try and solve the problem of drug shortages.
September 2nd 2013
Establishing a well-defined training program is a crucial activity for any biopharmaceutical organization.
February 2nd 2013
A thorough investigation of all possible causes of deviations should be performed.
Advice for Enhancing the Client–Sponsor Relationship
Key talks from the recent PDA/FDA regulatory conference highlight room for improvement.
Know the Regulations
The contract provider needs to know as much as the NDA holder.
Auditing by the Numbers
Contract organizations must have highly organized teams and plans to accommodate today's audits.
Following our Own Instructions
Why SOPs are rarely followed, often cited, and in need of follow-through.
Insider Solutions: Reporting Equipment Changes
What to do when your CMO changes the manufacturing equipment line.
Insider Solutions Rule #1: Be in Compliance
Drug manufacturers have to be more than just "audit ready."
Insider Solutions: The Quality Agreement
Before embarking on an outsourcing relationship, it's important to be aware of FDA's expectations.
Managing Change Control in a Changing Environment
We never thought implementing complex changes could become more cumbersome.
Insider Solutions: A New Direction for USP?
With a five-yar revision cycle around the corner, USP will hit or miss the collaboration mark.
Insider Solutions: Preventing the Next Heparin Scare
Determined to prevent further supply-chain breaches, industry takes charge, offers proposals.
Insider Solutions: Device Database Can Help Pharma
Standards data is helpful, but FDA needs to apply its information across the board. This article contains bonus online-exclusive material.
Insider Solutions: Have a Say in USP Standards
The USP public-comment process exists for a reason. Industry needs to take advantage. This article contains bonus online-exclusive material.