Change control is one of the most critical pillars of pharmaceutical quality systems. Whether the change involves equipment, raw materials, documentation, processes, utilities, or computerised systems, every modification must be evaluated, justified, and implemented in a controlled manner. For quality teams and students pursuing the Quality Assurance and Quality Control Diploma, mastering this process is essential for ensuring compliance, product integrity, and patient safety. This step-by-step guide breaks down the core components of a compliant and effective change control workflow used throughout the pharmaceutical industry. Step 1: Initiate the Change A change begins with a clear, well-documented request. This includes.. READ MORE »
Working in quality assurance for medical marihuana production facilities requires an in-depth knowledge of Health Canada’s guidelines for good production practices. As medical marihuana continues to expand as an industry, there is more and more need for professionals who have taken quality assurance courses, specializing in medical marihuana production. Read on to discover today’s standards for producing medical marihuana, and how a quality assurance department helps maintain these standards. Premises Every medical marihuana production facility in Canada must be licensed by Health Canada in order to legally grow medical marihuana under Marihuana for Medicinal Purposes Regulations (MMPR). The sizes of.. READ MORE »
