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  • QGP Short: Responding to 483 Observations and Warning Letters
    2025/08/15

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    In this Quality Grind Short by Medvacon, learn how to handle FDA 483 observations and warning letters effectively. We will guide you through the key steps in responding, emphasizing the importance of addressing systemic root causes, improving processes, and maintaining transparent communication with the FDA.

    Discover strategies for crafting a thorough response that demonstrates ownership and accountability, and learn how to turn compliance challenges into opportunities for strengthening your quality systems.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
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    6 分
  • QGP Short: Improving Effectiveness of Annual GMP Training
    2025/08/11

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    Is your GMP training just the same old annual routine? Time to change things up!

    GMP training doesn’t have to be generic. And it certainly doesn’t have to be boring. But all too often, that’s exactly what it turns into. In this Quality Grind Short, Mike describes a few easy-to-implement strategies that will shift your annual GMP training from something people have to do into something they actually want to do. Learn how to improve engagement and have people lining up for more instead of chasing stragglers at the end of the year.

    At Medvacon, we help organizations like yours deliver targeted and impactful training. Reach out and let’s build a program that does more than just check a box before the current calendar year expires.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
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    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

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    4 分
  • QGP Short: Managing Inspections and Audits
    2025/08/01

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    Let’s be honest. Inspections and audits can make even the most seasoned teams nervous. But in GMP environments, they’re not a surprise. They’re part of the job. The real question is… are you really ready when the knock comes?

    In this Quality Grind Short, Mike highlights proven strategies for effectively managing regulatory inspections and audits, including 4 industry best practices for staying ready, 3 common pitfalls and how to avoid them, and 4 specific strategies for improving the quality and ease of interactions with the inspector or auditor.

    Ready to take your inspection readiness to the next level? Whether you need to fine-tune your process, close compliance gaps, or strengthen how your team shows up during audits, Medvacon is here to support you. With proven experience across regulated industries, we can help you turn inspections into opportunities.

    Give us a call at 1-833-633-8226 or visit www.medvacon.com to get started.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
    • Visit our website at www.medvacon.com/contact
    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

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    5 分
  • QGP Short: AI in GMP Environments - Risks and Regulatory Guidance
    2025/07/29

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    In pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing, artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept. It’s here, supporting product development, process control, and quality decisions in GMP-regulated environments. But with this opportunity comes significant responsibility. While AI offers powerful capabilities, it also introduces a new set of risks, ones that must be managed to meet compliance, safety, and quality expectations.

    In this Quality Grind Short - Mike outlines both the risks and opportunities that AI provides, and highlights guidance being provided by global regulatory agencies.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
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    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

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    6 分
  • QGP Short: Agency Communication and Regulatory Surveillance
    2025/07/18

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    In this Quality Grind Short, Mike examines the latest trends in FDA agency communications, including the use of LinkedIn and other media to reach out to regulated life science companies. He then suggests ways that companies can stay on top of these communications without the need for a full-time Regulatory Surveillance team.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
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    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

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    4 分
  • Navigating Cell & Gene Therapy: The Quality Path to a Bright Future
    2025/07/01

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    In this episode of the Quality Grind Podcast, hosts Joe Toscano and Mike Kent conclude their four-part series on Cell and Gene Therapy with guest Ray Kaczmarek. They discuss the importance of building relationships and implementing solid quality systems across the development lifecycle.

    Ray shares his pragmatic views on ensuring quality and compliance from early stages, the significance of robust training programs, and the future prospects of the Cell and Gene Therapy field. Tune in for insightful discussions on maintaining regulatory standards, managing deviations, and fostering a culture of responsibility and innovation in the life sciences industry.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
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    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

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    38 分
  • Navigating Cell & Gene Therapy: Cultivating Partnerships and Progress
    2025/06/24

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    Welcome to Part 3 of Medvacon’s 4-part series entitled “Navigating Cell & Gene Therapy”, where Joe and Mike continue their visit with industry leader Ray Kaczmarek. In this episode, the 3 dive deep into the significance of disciplined development, strong supply chains, and well-cultivated partnerships within the cell and gene therapy space.

    The conversation emphasizes the importance of selecting the right partners and managing those relationships effectively to ensure business success and compliance. Key topics include understanding both scientific and financial investments, the implications of bad contracts, and the critical role that quality and supply agreements play in maintaining smooth operations.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
    • Visit our website at www.medvacon.com/contact
    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

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    29 分
  • Lean Principles and Regulated Life Sciences - Part 2
    2025/06/18

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    Join host Mike Kent and special guest Jose Mora as they continue to explore the application of Lean principles within regulated life science environments. In this episode, they explore seven key benefits of Lean: quality and compliance, throughput and operating expense reduction, speed to market, flexibility and adaptability, continuous improvement, risk management, and customer focus.

    Learn how Lean can optimize Research & Development, enhance process validation, and improve overall product quality. Tune in for an in-depth discussion packed with real-life examples, practical advice, and lessons on effective risk management, process efficiency, and customer-centric approaches in the life sciences industry.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
    • Visit our website at www.medvacon.com/contact
    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

    Thanks for listening! Don't forget to follow us @medvacon on all platforms for updates on blogs and podcasts!

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    42 分