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ICH Q9 Revision 1: Updates to Enhance Quality Risk Management in the Pharmaceutical Industry and a Pathway to a Robust Contamination Control Strategy

July 18, 2024 || Cody Beaumont
 
Originally issued in 2005, ICH Q9 laid down principles and examples of tools for QRM that can be applied throughout the product lifecycle. It was a groundbreaking step towards integrating risk management into pharmaceutical quality systems, encouraging a proactive approach to potential risks, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.…

Achieving Operational Goals with CAI

July 11, 2024 || Jeff Hall
 
In today’s rapidly changing market, companies must be agile and adaptable to meet fluctuating demands. Achieving operational goals amidst these changes requires flexibility in production planning and inventory management. CAI is here to help you develop streamlined processes that minimize downtime and maximize productivity, enabling a more efficient and responsive…

Leveraging CAI Human Performance Services for the “People in Plant” Program: Driving Excellence in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

July 11, 2024 || Jeff Hall
 
The “People in Plant” (PiP) program is pivotal in recognizing and enhancing the contributions of employees in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Implementing such a comprehensive initiative requires specialized expertise, strategic planning, and a nuanced understanding of both human resources and the pharmaceutical industry. This is where consultants play a crucial…

Earned Value Management – Use It or Lose It!

July 11, 2024 || Charles S. Logan
 
Intro: Assessing project performance is both an art and a science.  A successful methodology in evaluating project health and performance is Earned Value Management (EVM).  This methodology utilizes several factors to determine how well the project is being run: Planned Value (PV), Actual Cost (AC), and Earned Value (EV). But…

Unlocking the Future: Exploring Cutting-Edge Cell and Gene Therapies

June 18, 2024 || Robert Ossig
 
Unlocking the Future: Exploring Cutting-Edge Cell and Gene Therapies The world of medicine is in the middle of a transformative evolution following the advent of cell and gene therapies. These cutting-edge treatments offer promising avenues for tackling diseases at their root causes, providing hope for conditions that were previously deemed…

The Initiation Stage of Technology Transfer

June 11, 2024 || Robert Ossig
 
In the complex landscape of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical product development, the initiation stage of technology transfer (TT) is critical for ensuring successful scale-up and manufacturing. This stage involves a multidisciplinary approach, where business, technical, and regulatory considerations must be meticulously assessed to determine the feasibility and strategy for TT. Effective…

The Planning Stage of Technology Transfer

June 11, 2024 || Robert Ossig
 
The Planning stage of technology transfer (TT) is crucial for ensuring a seamless transition of processes, resources, and knowledge from the Sending Unit (SU) to the Receiving Unit (RU). However, this stage involves complex coordination across functional groups, each with unique roles and responsibilities. This blog explores the key activities…

CAI and Fedegari Group Forge Strategic Partnership to Deliver Transformational Turnkey Sterilization Solutions to Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

May 22, 2024 ||
 
CAI’s best-in-class verification and risk management practices combined with Fedegari’s innovative sterilization equipment and engineering to reduce cost and accelerate speed to market INDIANAPOLIS (May 21, 2024) – CAI, a global company that provides technical, operational consulting, and project management services, today announced its strategic partnership with Fedegari Group, a…

Exploring Sources of Communication Errors in Project Teams

May 1, 2024 || Charles Logan
 
Efficient communication stands as a cornerstone of thriving project teams, enabling the smooth exchange of thoughts, ideas, and emotions among members. Nevertheless, communication mishaps can occur despite diligent efforts, resulting in misunderstandings, conflicts, and missed collaborative opportunities. While factors such as language disparities and cultural distinctions contribute to these errors,…