Common FAQs
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Yes, we review paper records, scanned PDFs, Electronic records, digital data, etc.
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We password protect all electronic files. We also suggest at-rest and in-transit encryption when sending files electronically.
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If you prefer that your data remain in your system (eQMS, Electronic Batch Record EBR, etc) then we are happy to review within your system using a provided secure, unique, password.
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All of our Quality Specialists are trained in GMP, GDP, Basic batch processing, and FDA regulations. Quality Specialists are required to take a minimum of 16 hours of training and pass a certification exam. Additionally, all new reviewers receive a company mentor.
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The cost of review will depend on the size of your record, a batch record that is 30 pages will cost less than a batch record that is 300 pages. In general, we charge $80-100 /hour and most records can be reviewed and approved within 6-8 hours.
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Yes, we will perform review by exception based on the client’s established criteria and product specifications. If you need to verify/validate a review by exception mechanism, we are happy to conduct the second party data verification for you.
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Yes, we review deviations, nonconformances, OOS, OOT, CAPAs according to FDA guidelines and the customer’s requirements. We look to see if the event is clearly documented, if there was an investigation, if the root causes (or causes were determined) and if there were corrective/preventive actions indicated. Depending on the event, we may also inquire if the responsible parties were informed of the event or if the event was communicated within the company. At the client’s request, we will also verify the effectiveness of the actions taken.
Batch Record Review FAQs
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Batch records are crucial documents in various industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and beverage, and chemicals, where they are used to ensure product quality and consistency. They provide a detailed account of the production process for a specific batch of product, helping to maintain product consistency, and compliance with industry regulations and standards.
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Batch Record review helps to ensure that your product meets regulatory requirements, quality standards and product specification BEFORE the products are released to the market. Batch Record Review can help to avoid costly recalls or the distribution of adulterated products.
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Companies that do not follow FDA regulations and cGMPs may lose their product approvals / product registration; or they may lose the ability to import, market or distribute their product in the US. In order to maintain market access companies must keep manufacturing records and they must supply safe, effective, unadulterated products that meet applicable packaging, labeling, and testing requirements.
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The manufacturer or license holder is responsible for all products that they manufacture, even if the physical making, packaging, or labeling of the product is done by someone else.
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Yes. Our default is to review batch records to FDA GMP Manufacturing standards. If your product requires a less stringent review, please tell us in advance.
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Set up a short call where we learn about your product and your specific needs. We take this information and adjust our review process to ensure the correct level of review. We review your batch manufacturing record, raw data, on process testing, final release testing, deviations, nonconformances, etc and complete the batch review form. Upon completing the review, a short batch review summary is complete for the client.
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We can host a virtual meeting to review and findings.
If the review process discovers missing data, incorrect data, unmet specifications, illegible records, unmet testing specifications, labeling errors, etc these are documents in the Batch Record Review Form and in the Batch Review Summary. Detailed locations, reason for identifying the gaps, and recommended corrections are included in the batch review documentation.
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We take your batch data and upload it to validated external tools. We then present this data to the client to improve process and product understanding. Depending on the data, we should be able to identify trends, material impact, and verify critical parameters.
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The FDA mandates that medical device companies establish and maintain a Device History Record (DHR) that contains all documentation related to manufacturing, labeling, test acceptance, and identifying the device, and demonstrates that the device was manufactured according to the information in the Device Master Record (DMR).
Who uses Batch Records?
Batch records, also known as Batch Production Records (BPRs) or Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), or Device History Records (DHR) are used by various professionals within the medtech, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and manufacturing industries.
In essence, batch records serve as a comprehensive documentation tool that multiple stakeholders within an organization, as well as external entities, use for various purposes related to quality assurance, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and business management.
Still have questions?
Give us a call or set up a quick chat with one of our Quality Specialists.