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71. Agile Software Development In Bio/Pharma & Medical Devices, Part 3 7/25/2023

    Computer software/systems validation testing are used to validate software under GxP environments. Parts 1 and 2 of this article series shared Agile methodology with regard to the phases of planning, team structure and collaboration, software architecture, and more. In this final installment, the author discusses software release, configuration and change management, CAPA, and more.

72. 6 Ways To Achieve Manufacturing Audit And Inspection Readiness 7/19/2023

    Achieving audit readiness is not a snapshot in time but an ongoing commitment to maintaining day-to-day compliance and quality standards. Let's explore how your manufacturing and quality teams can align efforts with these six practices to maintain audit and inspection readiness at all times.

73. Agile Software Development In Bio/Pharma & Medical Devices, Part 2 7/11/2023

    Part 1 of this article series dived into the use of Agile methodology with a focus on the planning phase of a software development plan. This article dives further and discusses the phases of team structure and collaboration, defining requirements and product definition, software architecture, and more.

74. Combination Product QMS Requirements For The EU Market 6/30/2023

    Pharma companies are now building the capability to manufacture combination products in-house to increase flexibility and reduce dependency on third parties. This article shares key considerations for companies implementing a medical device QMS with regard to EU requirements.

75. Practical — And Crucial — Actions To Take Now For DSCSA Compliance 6/29/2023

    Serialized data exchange, enhanced verification, and tracing, oh my! Many companies are still unprepared for full DSCSA implementation in November. Is your company one of them? Here are the important actions to take now.

76. Key Post-Pandemic Trends In Global FDA Observations For Drug Facilities 6/29/2023

    These authors undertook a meticulous analysis of FDA drug facility inspection data spanning from July 2021 through May 2023. The resultant trend insights provide powerful resources for understanding areas of regulatory focus and a benchmark for evaluating potential vulnerabilities.

77. ICH Q12 Post-Approval Change Management Protocol 6/27/2023

    The ICH Q12 guideline includes information about the post-approval change management protocol, which aims to simplify the process of registering site changes under certain criteria through an emphasis on gaining accelerated up-front feedback from the regulator before compiling submissions. Following this protocol reduces the approval cycle by up to six months.

78. Agile Software Development In Bio/Pharma & Medical Devices, Part 1 6/27/2023

    Under the FDA and other regulatory bodies, the bio/pharma and medical device industries have been using computer software/systems validation testing methodologies to validate software within the GxP environment. Let's dive into the use of Agile methodology in the planning phase of a software development plan.

79. The Digital Future Of CMC Regulatory Affairs 6/23/2023

    This article discusses recent initiatives from the FDA, such as KASA, PQ/CMC, and the ICH SPQS. Let's look at how they could be the early birds of the paradigm shift from electronic CTDs to digital CTDs. The article also addresses what steps the industry should be taking in parallel with the authorities in preparation for this (very near) digital future.

80. Navigating Regulatory Guidelines For Effective Tech Transfer 6/22/2023

    The authors discusses important aspects of tech transfer (the project management plan, gap analysis, risk assessment, and more) and share the notable FDA and WHO guidelines related to each area.