Computerized systems (hardware, software, and processes) play a critical role in the medical device industry. They are used to create and manage data, produce products, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Computer system validation (CSV) is the process of ensuring that computerized systems meet their intended requirements and can consistently produce accurate and reliable results. […]
During an FDA inspection in June 2023, several violations related to computer system / software compliance and general quality system processes were identified. Here is a link to the letter: Warning Letter CMS #653455 The warning letter details a variety of violations that can be addressed through computer system validation (CSV), computer software assurance, equipment […]
Pharmaceutical manufacturing is a highly regulated industry that requires strict adherence to quality and regulatory requirements. However, staffing shortages or a backlog of projects can put companies at risk of non-compliance and costly delays. In such cases, staff augmentation services can provide an effective solution for pharmaceutical manufacturers to meet their CSV needs. In this […]
In Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulated industries, computer systems and software play a critical role in managing data, controlling processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. To ensure the safety, efficiency, and quality of pharmaceutical products, the FDA has established specific regulations and guidance documents that outline the requirements for computer system validation (CSV) […]
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) validation is a critical step for FDA-regulated industries, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. This process ensures that the ERP system accurately and consistently tracks and records critical data, such as product information and manufacturing processes. In this blog post, we will discuss why it is necessary to […]
Performance Validation recently featured an introductory post on risk-based computer system validation. It is an approach by which one can focus the validation effort on critical business and regulatory requirements and reduce the need for excessive testing and redundancy. A fundamental aspect of this approach is to leverage software vendor functional testing. This permits the […]
So you have a Fitbit or activity tracker? How is it going – is it helping motivate you to move more, perhaps monitoring your heart rate? That is great – but is your doctor using the data to make decisions about your health? Probably not. However, this is the kind of question we begin to […]
Among our cadre of validation engineers and specialists we offer an experienced and knowledgeable team of personnel whose area of expertise is focused on the delivery of validation services for computerized systems. With decades of combined experience in the computerized systems validation field, our team has gained an informed point of view of what constitutes […]
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems are tremendous assets in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and other FDA regulated manufacturing industries, providing cost efficiencies and improving the consistency of product quality. They have also enabled the industries to move from hardcopy to electronic production records. Systems used for manufacturing pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and other regulated […]
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) software vendors have historically served industries that require tight controls over system configurations and data records. As a result, modern SCADA software systems have evolved to provide a robust set of tools intrinsically designed to prevent the intentional or unintentional undetectable alteration of system data. Most notably, the integration […]
Director of Technical Services - Donna has over 20 years of experience leading teams in Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV). Her focus has always been on pioneering equipment management, quality control, and embracing innovative practices, such as Paperless Validation.
