Clinical Trial and Clinical Research

Best Practices in Preparation for an FDA Computer System Audit
FDA requires that all computer systems that handle data regulated by the Agency to be validated in accordance with their guidance on computerized systems. In 1997, 21 CFR Part 11 was issued to address electronic records and signatures, as many laboratories and other FDA-regulated organizations began seeking ways to move into a paperless environment. This guidance has been modified over the years to make it ..

Computer Validation: Methodologies and Approaches for Greater Innovation and FDA Compliance
Advancements in technology have forced organizations to rethink their business models. Once controlled and orderly, these organizations are now more chaotic and complex, serving patients and customers that are better informed and with higher expectations than ever before. Work practices and tools must change to meet these challenges.The approach to developing software, performing validation and maintaining ..

Computer Software Assurance (CSA) – FDA’s Draft Guidance for Validation of Regulated Computer Systems
Advancements in technology have forced organizations to rethink their business models. Once controlled and orderly, these organizations are now more chaotic and complex, serving patients and customers that are better informed and with higher expectations than ever before. Work practices and tools must change to meet these challenges.The approach to developing software, performing validation and maintaining ..

FDA’s Technology Modernization Action Plan (TMAP) and Impact on Regulated Computer Systems and Data
This webinar will focus on the efforts by FDA to modernize their own technology infrastructure, and what this means to industry. We will cover the Technology Modernization Action Plan (TMAP) that has been launched by FDA for this purpose and discuss specific actions that are planned and in progress.We will also discuss FDA’s more recent push to Software Quality Assurance (SQA) and away from traditional Comp..

Trends in FDA Compliance and Enforcement for Regulated Systems
FDA requires that all computer systems used to produce, manage and report on “GxP” (GMP, GLC and GCP) related products be validated and maintained in accordance with specific rules. This webinar will help you understand the FDA’s current thinking on computer systems that are validated and subject to inspection and audit.As a “GxP” system, following Good Manufacturing, Laboratory and Clinical Practices, the ..

21 CFR Part 11 (Electronic Records/Signatures) Compliance for Computer Systems Regulated by FDA
The Webinar will focus on the importance of ensuring that electronic record/electronic signature (ER/ES) capability built into FDA-regulated computer systems meets compliance with 21 CFR Part 11. This includes development of a company philosophy and approach, and incorporating it into the overall computer system validation program and plans for individual systems that have this capability.Areas CoveredCompu..

FDA Guidance on the Use of Social Media: Know Your Responsibilities and Potential Liabilities
This webinar will help you understand in detail the application of FDA’s guidance on the use of social media in presenting and promoting information about drug products and medical devices subject to FDA regulation. This is critical in order to develop the appropriate strategy, policies and procedures to ensure compliance.Areas CoveredPros and cons of using social media venuesCompliant use of Social Media i..

Medical Device Cybersecurity and FDA Compliance
This session will provide some insight into current trends in cybersecurity threats to medical devices and how to follow industry best practices to prevent and/or mitigate these threats.Cybersecurity is a serious concern for medical device safety and effectiveness. Without protection, software running on a medical device could cause severe injury or death to a patient.There are many forms of cybersecurity a..

Computer System Validation (CSV) And Software Testing: Applying An Agile Methodology vs. Waterfall For FDA-Regulated Computer Systems And Software
Advancements in technology have forced organizations to rethink business models. Once controlled and orderly, these organizations are now more chaotic and complex, serving patients and customers that are better informed and with higher expectations than ever before. Work practices and tools must change to meet these challenges. The approach to developing software, performing validation, and maintaining a sy..

EU Medical Devices Regulation: The Practice
The EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR 745/2017) represents a considerable change from the directives it is replacing. Device manufacturers who conduct business in the EU must start their transition now in order to meet the deadline. This training is the first peek into this uncharted realm. During this class, participants will be introduced to the new requirements in the Medical Device Regulation (MDR), inc..

Implementing a Change Control Quality System Successfully
This course will help attendees understand the fundamental change control steps and processes. It will focus on change proposals, assessments, execution, and final implementation. The importance of proper planning, critical thinking skills, and coordination of all change activities will also be discussed.Learning ObjectiveIdentify what constitutes a changeLearn how to properly categorize a changeDemonstrate..

2019 Update: How to Write Effective SOPs for FDA inspection & Regulatory Compliance
This webinar will instruct the participant on how to write, organize, and maintain SOPs and train personnel in a way that will ensure compliance in a way that is concise, reproducible and easy to follow. It will begin with a strategic view of SOPs in a company and how SOPs can help streamline operations in addition to ensuring regulatory compliance. This will be followed by an explanation on how to get from..

21 CFR Part11 Compliance
This Webinar will explain what 21 CFR Part 11 is, why it is important to FDA regulated companies and how conformance to Part 11 differs from just having good IT security. Procedures for controlling electronic signatures and electronic records will be explained. FDA regulated companies want to transition to electronic records for economy and efficiency. FDA, because of its concern for patient safety, wants t..

5S for Operators
Human error is known to be the primary cause of quality and production losses in many industries. Although it is unlikely that human error will ever be eliminated, many human performance problems can be prevented. One method to improve productivity and reduce human error is the “5S Method”. This webinar is intended to provide you with practical knowledge on how to keep your workplace cleaner, safer, simpler..

Advertising and Promotional Material Compliance and Review Process
The information obtained will enable the effectiveness and reliability of a review process for all materials. The webinar will address requirements for compliance within the US, “gray areas” that must be evaluated thoroughly, how to conduct a risk assessment, strategies for mitigating risks, and making challenging decisions. You will hear about the opportunities for input from regulatory agencies at critica..