Drug Development: Platform Technology Designation Program
In the ever-evolving landscape of pharmaceuticals, innovation is not just a buzzword but a critical driver of progress. Recently, the FDA introduced a draft guidance
GxP Best Practices Part 1: Outsourced Operations
In this 4 part series, we are talking through GxP Best practices This article reviews the key highlights from Teresa Gorecki's Executive GxP training, Session
Breaking down FDA’s Guidance on Delaying, Denying, Limiting, or Refusing an Inspection
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drugs and devices. One of the key
Navigating the Evolving Landscape: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Trends
Hello again, everyone. Welcome to another episode of Executive Platforms' Blueprint Podcast Series. I'm Geoff Micks, Head of Content and Research. Today, Teresa Gorecki from
From Crisis to Compliance: The Strategic Overhaul that Prevented DOJ Action
Maintaining a regulatory compliance strategy is crucial for any company's sustainability and success in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. When faced with substantial challenges, Compliance
New FDA Guidance on Facility Readiness for ANDA Submissions
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued new guidance detailing how it will assign goal dates for abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) based
The Loper Bright v. Raimondo Decision: Navigating the Double-Edged Sword of Reduced Federal Regulatory Power
Based on my recent discussions with clients and industry stakeholders, the consequences of the Supreme Court's recent Loper Bright v. Raimondo decision have become significant
New Medical Device Regulations with the Recent FDA Rule on Harmonization
Our practice lead, Teresa Gorecki, recently shared her LinkedIn article that addresses new medical device regulation changes with a recent FDA rule on medical device
Streamlining Drug Development: FDA’s Advanced Technology
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced industry guidance that outlines the Platform Technology Designation Program, designed to bring efficiencies to drug development,
Collaborations in Quality Assessments and Inspections
In a new development for global pharmaceutical regulation, the FDA and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) recently collaborated for the first time on quality assessments
Navigating FDA Regulations Post-Pandemic: Interesting Insights from Teresa Gorecki
We enjoyed our very own Teresa Gorecki, Practice Lead at Compliance Architects, speaking with Geoff Mix, Head of Content and Research for Executive Platforms, when
Writing for FDA Compliance Success: The Greatest Problem No One Talks About
There are no FDA regulations governing writing quality or clarity. FDA Investigators will never note “poor writing” as a 483 observation or warning letter citation. But
The Costly Consequences of Adulterated Drugs: A Call for Strong Regulatory Enforcement
In today’s pharmaceutical manufacturing landscape, trust is paramount. Patients rely on drug manufacturers' integrity to provide safe and effective medications to manage complex, targeted health
Understanding and Implementing Potency Assurance Strategies for Cellular and Gene Therapy Products
In the dynamic landscape of biopharmaceuticals, ensuring the potency of cellular therapy or gene therapy (CGT) products is a paramount objective. This draft guidance serves
Data Integrity: The Foundation of Medical Product Manufacturing Compliance
The FDA and other global regulators rely on data reviews during inspections to determine whether a pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturer operates within regulatory requirements and expectations. The credibility
Navigating the Future of CAR T Cell Therapy Development: Insights from FDA Guidance
Cell and gene therapies represent a new medical frontier, offering hope for treating rare, orphan, and challenging diseases. However, the journey from development to market
Expert Tips on How To Prepare For an FDA Pre-Approval Inspection (PAI)
In the realm of quality and compliance within pharmaceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, and combination products, I’ve frequently been asked about the crucial steps to pass an FDA
ISO 31485-2016 Exclusive Insight: How FDA Reshapes Medical Device Quality Guidelines
The highly anticipated FDA Decision on the Harmonization of the Medical Device Quality System Regulations with ISO 31485-2016 has been released, marking a significant development
Essentials of Post-Inspection Actions: From FDA Notices to Criminal Prosecution | August 18, 2022 | 2:00–3:30 PM ET | Live Webinar | FDLI
Attention life science quality and compliance professionals. Mark your calendars for this Thursday, August 18th at 2PM ET! Our colleague Teresa Gorecki is presenting with four
How Has Biopharmaceutical Risk Changed in Light of Recent Events?
Risk is still an important issue, and the fundamental premise is that there is so much to do. With this important issue and ever-changing landscape,
Writing Powerful Inspection-Ready Documents
Well-drafted, easy-to-understand quality records are crucial to helping pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers navigate FDA inspection obstacles. The FDA relies heavily on information presented in
FDA Inspection Risk: How Quality Records and Documents Can Create Your Biggest Risk
FDA inspection risk management is an essential activity for regulatory compliance within pharmaceutical and medical device companies. While it is often challenging for medical product
New DRAFT FDA Guidance Published Today – Nonbinding Feedback
Important DRAFT FDA Guidance issued today (dated 2/19/19 however) regarding "non-binding feedback" after FDA inspections of certain medical device establishments. Navigating FDA Guidance on Public
US DOJ’s Impact on Regulatory Guidance: Navigating Rare Uncertainty in FDA-Regulated Industries
On January 25, 2018, the United Stated Department of Justice under Attorney General Jeff Sessions reversed decades of accepted regulatory guidance for agency practice by
Deputy Assistant US Attorney General Outlines New Approaches for Enforcement of FDA-Regulated Companies
On Thursday, December 7, Deputy Assistant US Attorney General Ethan P. Davis, US Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Branch, gave a speech at the Food
Misrepresenting FDA Regulation: Popular Science’s Confusion Between Dietary Supplements and Homeopathic Remedies
Two months ago I posted in LinkedIn about a Popular Science article that unfairly characterized FDA’s regulatory process, and implied FDA tacitly agreed with a
Regulatory Reform: US Election’s Impact on FDA Enforcement
The election of Donald Trump as President-Elect of the United States was, and continues to be, a watershed moment in the 200+ year American experiment.
FDA Live Review Inspection of Company Documentation: Are You Ready?
The following FDA live review inspection information was included in our July email newsletter. There are many training sessions conducted each year by GMP Training
FDA Announces New Office of Dietary Supplement Programs (ODSP)
Opportunities and Risks for Dietary Supplement Companies for 2016 and Beyond 2015 is certainly ending with a bang. As many of us industry insiders have
Executive Insights from the FDLI 2015 Enforcement, Litigation & Compliance Conference: Trends and Risks for 2016 and Beyond
Early December is one of my favorite times of year. Coming off of Thanksgiving and looking forward to the end-of-year holidays, it’s when I get
FDA Inspection Authority: Inviolate or On Shaky Ground?
I just posted a response on LinkedIn to a recent LinkedIn post by John R. Fleder (from his firm's excellent FDALawBlog) surrounding FDA inspection authority
Smile, You’re On FDA-Camera!
The following entry is an excerpt from a LinkedIn post that I responded to today. It pertains to FDA's authority to take photographs during inspections,
Compounders Compliance Challenge: Navigating FDA’s New Guidance
The September 12 edition of the industry newsletter QMN Weekly contained an article about objections voiced by the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists (IACP) concerning
FDA Warning Letters Increase 155% from 2010 Levels
If you have any role within an FDA-regulated company, it is likely you are aware that the FDA has been much more focused on FDA
New FDA Inspections Database — How Useful for FDA-Regulated Industry?
The new FDA Inspections Database is a positive step by FDA to provide further transparency for the public (and likely their Congressional representatives!) regarding enforcement
UPDATE: Free FDA GMP / QSR Ebooks for IPhone, IPad
This is an UPDATE to a post from May 2010.Please click this link for the original post. IPhone UpdateDownloading FDA GMP/ QSR EbooksContact Us IPhone
Webinar, June 23: Inspection Readiness for a More Aggressive FDA
Join the Center for Business Intelligence for a one-hour, information-packed webinar on managing FDA inspections from a more aggressive FDA. Now that pharmaceutical, medical device, dietary
Mitigating FDA Enforcement Risks: Investing in Compliance to Safeguard Shareholder Value from Non-Compliance Impact
I’m struggling to find an answer to the following question: If you were the owner of a company, how much would you spend, year over
Navigating FDA Inspection Readiness: Interesting Insights from Jack Garvey
The following transcript is taken from Business Intelligence Solutions Interview that talks about FDA Inspection Readiness. with Jack Garvey What are the biggest issues currently
Navigating the New FDA Enforcement Landscape: Challenges and Strategies for Industry
A review of FDA enforcement news over the last year should clearly demonstrate an important shift in approach by the FDA that the “cop” side of