Quality by Design (QbD): A Proactive Approach to Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 

In pharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring quality is not a matter of chance—it’s built into the process from the ground up. This is the core principle of Quality by Design (QbD), a systematic, proactive approach that focuses on integrating quality into the design and development stages of drug products.  The QbD process begins with a clear target: […]

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The Role of Envelope Testing in Resilient Building Design

In an age marked by increasingly frequent and severe climate events, resilient building design has emerged as a crucial strategy for mitigating risk and ensuring the long-term viability of structures. At the heart of resilient building design lies the building envelope. This is the physical barrier between the interior and exterior environments. Envelope testing plays […]

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Ensuring Data Integrity: A Pillar of Compliance and Patient Safety 

In today’s highly regulated life sciences industry, data integrity is not just a compliance requirement; it is fundamental to ensuring product quality, patient safety, and operational success. However, despite significant advancements in technology and regulatory frameworks, the FDA continues to issue warning letters tied to data integrity issues. In fact, 20% of all FDA warning […]

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The Business Case for Building Commissioning: Demonstrating ROI and Long-Term Value

Building commissioning is a crucial process that ensures building systems operate efficiently, reliably, and sustainably. While some may view commissioning as an additional cost, it offers substantial returns on investment (ROI) and long-term value for building owners. Today we will be diving into the business case for building commissioning, exploring how it delivers tangible benefits, […]

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The Evolving Role of Advanced Materials in Drug Delivery and Medical Devices 

Drug delivery has always been a challenge in the development of new treatments, but what has truly transformed the landscape is how these challenges are being addressed with cutting-edge materials. This evolution in materials technology has significantly impacted both pharmaceuticals and medical devices.  In the early days of solid oral dose (OSD) products, advanced materials […]

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Commissioning Beyond HVAC: Integrating Systems and Ensuring Interoperability

Commissioning is a vital process in building construction and operation, traditionally focusing on HVAC systems. However, in today’s complex building environments, commissioning extends beyond HVAC to encompass the integration of multiple building systems. This includes lighting, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, and building automation systems. In this blog post, we will examine the importance of […]

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Advancing Employee Financial Security: Dual Wealth-Building Benefits  

Performance Validation offers employees two powerful wealth-building plans: a 401(k) retirement savings plan and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The 401(k) plan helps employees save and invest for their future with company matching contributions, while the ESOP allows employees to share in the company’s success through ownership of company stock. Together, these plans are […]

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Streamlining CQV with Single Use Technology in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 

In the fast-paced world of pharmaceutical manufacturing, the need for efficient, reliable, and compliant systems is paramount. Traditionally, Stainless Steel Technology (SST) has been the cornerstone for ensuring product quality and maintaining sterility, requiring extensive cleaning, sterilization, and validation procedures. However, Single Use Technology (SUT) has emerged as a viable alternative that offers significant improvements […]

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