Scale-up is the term used to refer to the increase in the batch size of a product. For example, if a drug is successful, then it may scale-up multiple times throughout its life cycle to meet growing demand. Eventually, scaling down may also happen in response to shrinking demand for drug. On the way from […]
While it may seem obvious that technology plays a significant role in the world of both today and tomorrow, there are still many areas it influences which are becoming a growing concern, such as how companies protect themselves against cyber threats and attacks. The pharmaceutical industry, in particular, struggles with implementing safe and sound cybersecurity […]
The pharmaceutical industry, like any other workplace, operates on information. In order for this information to be shared effectively, students can’t rely only on standard procedure, they must also practice good documentation. In essence, documentation is simply a way to share a message or information to the reader, and can help influence a facility’s day […]
Most people are aware of the role that sanitation plays in our lives. From preventing and removing bacteria to improving health and wellbeing, everyone can recognize the importance of practicing appropriate sanitation on a daily basis. However, the importance of cleanliness becomes much more impactful within the pharmaceutical industry, where a range of activities and […]
Human error is an unfortunate reality of many aspects of life, including the pharmaceutical industry. Mistakes made during pharmaceutical manufacturing and development often prove to be costly as well as unnecessary, causing batch recalls and potentially affecting the health of the general public. Read on to learn more about how to prevent making avoidable mistakes […]
The blockchain technology behind Bitcoin is being touted as the way forward in supply chain sectors. Blockchain allows a network of users to compile a secure sequence of data entries, known as ‘blocks’. Blockchain cryptography authorizes users to view blocks and add new ones, but no previous block in the chain may be altered. For […]