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The Predicted Impact of the ISO IDMP Standards Implementation Process Carried Out by the European Medicines Agency

The Predicted Impact of the ISO IDMP Standards Implementation Process Carried Out by the European Medicines Agency

The IDMP is a general term by which the 5 ISO data standards are referenced: ISO 11615 (regulated medicinal product information), ISO 11616 (regulated pharmaceutical product information), ISO 11238 (substances), ISO 11239 (pharmaceutical dose forms, units of presentation, routes of administration and packaging) and ISO 11240 (units of measurement). – which are being refined and implemented by regulatory bodies.

Falsified Medicines Directive Implementation – Marketing Authorization Holder Perspective

Falsified Medicines Directive Implementation – Marketing Authorization Holder Perspective

Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD) 2011/62/EU which aims to increase the security of manufacturing and delivery of medicines across Europe as well as protect patients and prevent falsified medicines from entering the supply chain has come in force Feb 9th, 2019. With the first quarter almost over, it is a great opportunity to look back and share the experience. The new requirements for safety features to appear on the packaging of all prescription medicines.

Remaining Vigilant and Compliant after Brexit: What’s next? (Latest Updates)

Remaining Vigilant and Compliant after Brexit: What’s next? (Latest Updates)

On 29th March 2017 UK submitted the notification of its intention to withdraw from the EU. This means that UK will become a ‘third country’ from 30th March’19. Even though leaving the EU with a deal remains the Government’s top priority, UK drug agency is publishing a series of guidance documents for industry and other stakeholders covering the proposed arrangements for the regulation of medicines, medical devices and clinical trials, if UK leaves EU with no deal.

Biomapas: Improving the Document Review Process

Biomapas: Improving the Document Review Process

Biomapas currently covers 64 countries across Europe, CIS and MENA regions. Being able to provide clinical trial, regulatory affairs, medical writing and vigilance solutions to all of these countries requires us to have a large repertoire of native speakers on staff.

Since providing top quality work to our customers has always been of paramount importance for Biomapas, we needed a way to ensure document accuracy, and therefore decided to look at proofreading software to help us maintain quality.

Implementation of ISO 9001 and 13485 standards: what does it bring to company and clients?

Implementation of ISO 9001 and 13485 standards: what does it bring to company and clients?

Compliance with high quality standards is a non-negotiable performance parameter in Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries. During 2016, Biomapas was re-certified according to the newest ISO 9001 standard version. Moreover, at the beginning of 2017, ISO 13485 implementation into BIOMAPAS Quality Management System was initiated. We discussed the influence of current changes to the whole company and its quality management with Egidija Pauriene, MD, Quality Assurance Director.

Changing regulatory environment: eCTD submissions to become obligatory as of 2018

Changing regulatory environment: eCTD submissions to become obligatory as of 2018

A new challenge is about to be faced by the MAHs of medicinal products. Since online tools are becoming a bigger part of our daily lives, the competent authorities are also moving forward step by step. 1st Jan 2018, the European Medicines Agency will require that all regulatory submissions for medicinal products authorized via Decentralized or Mutual Recognition Procedure will be provided in eCTD format.

The Perfect Partnership: How Mid-Sized CROs and Site Networks Deliver Clinical Trial Success

Balancing agility and reach, while ensuring operational efficiency and patient-centricity, is no straightforward task in clinical trials. One key enabler in achieving this balance? Finding the right partners – CROs and sites. Hear from a panel of experts across CRO and global and emerging site networks for real-world insights on the benefits of mid-sized CRO-site partnerships.

Diversity in Clinical Trials: A European Perspective on Global Progress & Strategies

Why does inclusive clinical research matter? Patients’ responses to treatments vary by many factors from gender and race to socio-economic status. As the industry becomes increasingly open for discussion, the need to explore this topic from a European perspective also arises.

Discover solutions for effective PV & MI data management, including handling Adverse Events, Product Quality Complaints, and MI inquiries. Our experts will walk you through real-life examples and hands-on solutions.

Unlocking Success: The FSP Advantage in Clinical Research

FSP is a rising trend in clinical research, expected to gain further prominence due to its cost-effectiveness and demand for specialised expertise. Our FSP model offers benefits such as cost savings, expert advice, flexibility, and risk mitigation.

Regulatory Outsourcing in the CEE Region

Watch this informative session that promises to decode the intricate landscape of regulatory affairs outsourcing in the CEE region and provide practical, implementable strategies to optimize and maximize your operations and outsourcing strategies.

Benefits of Integrating Pharmacovigilance & Medical Information

Are you interested in learning about the benefits of integrating Pharmacovigilance and Medical Information? In this webinar, we discuss the advantages of combining these two critical components of drug safety. We discuss how you can achieve this integration by sharing our real-world experience.

Shortly? We aim to help you successfully integrate these functions and realize their positive impact on your operations and patient outcomes.

Oncology trials in a shifting economical and geopolitical landscape

The pharmaceutical and biotech fields are spinning around, seeking to adapt to the current geopolitical situation and its impact on current and future oncology studies. Many trials have been shifted to other countries or regions while the complexity of managing risk increases.

Even though managing your studies in these economic times might seem challenging, all you need is thoughtful preparation and adaptation measures. Our experts will share practical tips and experience-based results on how you can do it too.

Setting up a pharmacovigilance system in Europe: Where to start? What to consider?

Setting up a pharmacovigilance system is not as straightforward an answer as it may sound. There are many aspects to consider, which can seem complicated, especially when you must focus on developing your product.

Our experts lay out all the steps necessary to set up a system and discuss best practices in critical areas. Additonally, we dive into actual best practices to overcome day-to-day challenges.

Regulatory Framework of Drugs in MENA: Insights

In this webinar, our experts discuss regulatory affairs of medicinal products. Two aspects that have recently gained increasing importance among the various stakeholders, namely the eCTD implementation across the region and the serialization and barcoding requirements for medicinal products.

So, we share our insights on these two aspects and share how you can avoid various issues in drug registration.

How to avoid delays in your early phase oncology trial?

The number of oncology clinical trials increases year after year as more treatment options seek to reach the market. However, these studies and becoming progressively more complex, bringing new challenges.

Many things can go array in your early phase oncology studies, costing precious time and increasing overall costs. So often, a simple question arises: how to avoid these delays in early phase oncology studies?

Pharmacovigilance Opportunities in the MENA region

Together the 22 MENA countries have a 350 million population that spends over $30 billion on pharmaceutical products per year and show robust growth. However, it is not a simple task to enter this market due to various factors, including the lack of a centralized pharmaceutical regulator.

How do you effectively guarantee pharmacovigilance in a region that shows significant differences in pharmacovigilance maturity at the country level?

Q&A How does the conflict between UA & RU impact the pharma industry?

Like the rest of the world, the pharmaceutical and biotech industries are beginning to worry about their ability to continue operations. And with good reason. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine affects millions of people, not just in this Eastern European nation but throughout the world. There might be delays throughout development, loss of business continuity, and risk of non-compliance for on-market products.

Our experts dive into the question ‘How does the conflict between UA & RU impact the pharma industry?’.

Regulatory Strategy in EAEU and rest of CIS Countries

Navigating market access in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), both within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and beyond, necessitates understanding their unique challenges and opportunities. Central to this is the adherence to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements across these regions.

Our webinar provides practical insights into regulatory strategies for successful market entry in the CIS, focusing on current scenarios and high manufacturing standards.

eCTD Submission Different Strategies: In-house vs. Outsourcing

Understanding the complexities of eCTD (electronic Common Technical Document) submissions is vital for choosing the optimal approach: in-house or outsourcing. Both options have distinct merits, with outsourcing offering expert resources and cost-effectiveness, while in-house control ensures direct oversight.

Our webinar discusses these strategies, the need for technical resources, and the importance of validating submissions for compliance, providing practical tips for quality submissions regardless of the chosen strategy.

Effective IMPD Writing: The Quality Part

IMPD is a document that contains information about an investigational medicinal product and it is an essential part of the Clinical Trial Application (CTA), which is required by competent authorities in EU.

The purpose of this webinar is to share the best practices in the preparation of IMPD in order to meet the expectations of competent authorities and to learn why effective CMC technical writing is critical for the development of a high quality IMPD.

Successful Medical Device Registration in Russia: The Essentials

The current national system of Medical Device registration in Russia was created from scratch and entered into force in 2013. Most experts agree that this system is complex and puzzling – some critical points are not well documented, some regulatory requirements are ambiguous and unwritten rules play an essential role during the process.

The purpose of this webinar is to explain the process and share the experience in the field of Medical Device registration in Russia.

Affiliate Based Outsourcing Model for Regulatory Affairs: An Introduction

 Affiliate based Outsourcing Model for Regulatory Affairs works as a replacement or an extension of the company’s internal and local RA resources. Many challenges come up from managing your RA activities as sometimes their processes are not harmonized across different countries, the resources are not cost-optimized or simply there isn’t enough of them.

The purpose of this webinar is to share practical tips and insights on the effective optimization of local RA setup, management and relevant costs.

Medical Device Registration in Russia: Challenges and Issues

This webinar navigates the complex terrain of Medical Device registration in Russia. We will explore unique national classifications that differentiate between medical devices in the EU and Russia, discuss challenges in registering complex and multi-component devices, and understand the Russian approach to Software as a Medical Device (SaMD).

This session is designed to demystify Russian regulations, providing insights to conquer challenges in medical device registration.

Strategic Pharmacovigilance Activities: Scalable and Tailor-made Outsourcing Models

Larger companies often limit their pharmacovigilance outsourcing only to highly manual and repetitive tasks, while the smaller ones may want to outsource their entire pharmacovigilance system. But is there anything in between?

This webinar shares insights on strategic PV outsourcing that can be personalized for any needs or requirements:

Big Enough To Cover  All Your Needs. Small Enough To Care.

Discover the tailored solutions that Biomapas provides to accelerate your clinical trials and optimize your drug development process.

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