EPiC Virtual Symposium 2024

From Complaint to Compliant: A Practical Guide to Overcome Current GMDP Challenges

Thursday 28th November 2024

Who is it for?

The event is ideal for pharmaceutical industry professionals in quality control, quality assurance, supply chain and production management, as well as Qualified Persons, Responsible Persons, and regulatory and compliance specialists involved in the manufacture and distribution of medicines.

Virtual GMDP Compliance Symposium 2024

EPiC is proud to present our full-day virtual symposium 2024 event featuring an esteemed lineup of former MHRA Inspector speakers. Join us as we explore the latest regulatory updates and guidance and provide practical guidance to conquer compliance challenges facing the pharmaceutical sector.

We have completed an extensive review of the compliance challenges faced by our clients to identify recurring issues that commonly result in inspection deficiencies and referral to MHRA Inspection Action Group.

We will reflect on the current reality, share common causal factors impacting GMDP compliance, and provide you with practical guidance on how to reframe the situation to avoid complaints and move towards compliance.

Our objective is to combine valuable insights using real world examples and experiences from across our consortium of expert pharmaceutical consultants, to provide the knowledge and offer practical solutions to overcome current GMDP compliance challenges.

Expect an interactive and informal experience carefully crafted to include an update on pharmaceutical guidance and regulations, current GMDP compliance challenges, practical guidance on how to avoid Annex 15 equipment qualification and validation common pitfalls, helpful tips to prevent misunderstandings and quality problems associated with outsourced activities, how to ‘see the wood for the trees’ and maintain perspective critical to GMDP compliance, GDP Master Class exploring current challenges and opportunities, essential factors for effective GMDP refresher training, and a call to action for QPs on how to influence GMDP compliance.

epic team

Our panel of experts, drawing on their extensive knowledge and regulatory experience are committed to delivering a thought-provoking and informative event with an emphasis on providing practical guidance. Engage with them throughout the day and participate in a panel session to ensure all your pressing questions are addressed.

Discover how our expertise can add value to your organisation’s compliance improvement strategy by equipping you with the knowledge and practical solutions to overcome current GMDP compliance challenges.

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Who is it for?

The event is ideal for pharmaceutical industry professionals in quality control, quality assurance, supply chain and production management, as well as Qualified Persons, Responsible Persons, and regulatory and compliance specialists involved in the manufacture and distribution of medicines.

What will I Learn?

The event will provide the latest information and guidance on changing legislation and GMDP compliance challenges to enable you to enhance your knowledge and expand your skillset by broadening your understanding of causal factors and obtain practical solutions to improve GMDP compliance. Through presentations,  case studies and Q&A sessions, highlighting regulatory expectations, industry best practice and example deficiencies, you will learn how to avoid common pitfalls to overcome current GMDP compliance challenges.

Why Should I Attend?

LEARN how to utilise practical guidance to overcome GMDP compliance challenges.

NETWORK with other Pharmaceutical Industry delegates.

CPD Continuous Professional Development to improve workplace skills and knowledge.

CONNECT with EPiC Directors and Senior Managers and expert Ex MHRA Inspectors.

ENGAGE in our presentations and panel discussions and hear Industry-focused case studies from our regulatory experts.

VALUE for money, presenting a wide range of topics from regulatory experts.

Continuous Professional Development

CPD member

EPiC Auditors is a member of the CPD Certification Service which is recognised as the world’s leading and largest CPD accreditation service with over 25 years of experience.

An application has been made to accredit the event and award CPD points.  CPD Certificates will be sent to attendees within approximately 2-3 weeks after the event. 

Meet the Speakers

The event features an esteemed line-up of former MHRA Inspectors.

richard andrews

Richard Andrews

EPiC Auditors

Managing Director and Senior Consultant

darren jones

Darren Jones

EPiC Auditors

Director and Senior Consultant

michelle yeomans

Michelle Yeomans

EPiC Auditors

Operations Manager & Senior Consultant

lewis corbett

Lewis Corbett

EPiC Auditors

Business Manager & Senior Consultant

philip rose

Philip Rose

EPiC Auditors

EPiC Auditors Consultant

tony orme

Tony Orme

EPiC Auditors Consultant

mark thompson

Mark Thompson

EPiC Auditors Consultant

Agenda

Thursday 28th November 2024
09:00 to 16:30 GMT

Time (GMT)

Session

9:00 – 9:10
(10 mins)

Welcome and introductions
Richard Andrews

9:10 – 9:30
(20 mins)

Recent Updates to Guidance & Regulations
Richard Andrews

9:30 – 10:00
(30 mins)

GMDP Compliance – Reflections of Current Reality
Darren Jones

10:00 – 10:45
(45 mins)

Annex 15: Equipment Qualification and Validation – Avoiding Common Pitfalls
Mark Thompson

10:45 – 11:05
(20 mins)

Coffee Break

11:05 – 11:50
(40 mins)

Chapter 7: Outsourced Activities – Preventing Misunderstandings and Quality Problems
Michelle Yeomans

11:50 – 12:30
(40 mins)

Seeing the Wood for the Trees – How to Identify, Prioritise and Maintain Perspective Critical to GMDP Compliance
Lewis Corbett

12:30 – 13:30
(60 mins)

Lunch

13:30 – 14:15
(45 mins)

GDP Master Class – Current Challenges and Opportunities
Tony Orme

14:15 – 15:00
(45 mins)

Effective GMDP Refresher Training – Essential Factors for Success
Expert panel ideas and discussion

15:00 – 15:20
(20 mins)

Coffee Break

15:20 – 16:00
(40 mins)

How to Influence GMDP Compliance – A Call to Action for QPs
Phil Rose

16:00 – 16:20
(20 mins)

Q&A Panel Session
Expert panel answer your burning questions

16:20 – 16:30
(10 mins)

Closing Remarks
Richard Andrews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register to attend the EPiC Auditors Virtual Symposium 2024 event?

Yes, please click REGISTER at the top of the page and complete the registration form to enjoy the event’s features. Upon a successful registration, a confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address.

How do I log in on the day of the event?

Your login details will be emailed to you ahead of the event. You can use these details to access the event. If you did not receive any email regarding your login details or need further assistance, please email us at enquiries@epic-auditors.com

When will this event be held?

EPiC Auditors Virtual Symposium 2024 Thursday 28th November 2024 9:00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. (GMT). On-demand content for the main sessions will be hosted on the virtual platform via zoom.

Is there a registration fee?

Yes, the ticket price for this event is £300.00 + VAT per delegate.

The timings for the live events are not convenient for me. Can I still participate?

Absolutely. We understand your schedule may not allow you to attend all of the sessions of the event. A recording of the event will remain open 24/7 for 30 days. You can access the presentations whenever it’s convenient for you during this period of time.

Do I need to download or install any software to be able to attend this event?

Not at all. You only need to have access to the internet and an internet browser – The recommended browser is Google Chrome.

Can I login using my laptop, mobile phone or tablet?

Yes, you may login from any device as long as it is connected to the internet. The recommended browser is Google Chrome.

Who do I contact if I have troubleshooting issues on the days of the event?

As you enter the virtual platform and proceed to the main lobby area, look out for the Help Desk and a representative will be ready to assist you. Alternatively, please send an email to enquiries@epic-auditors.com for any technical assistance.

Can I invite my colleagues and friends to attend the event?

If you have any interested parties, you may direct them to register using the main registration link.

Can I access the platform before the event?

Yes, the event ‘doors’ will open to registered delegates at 08:30 a.m. (GMT) on Thursday 28th November 2024. At that time, attendees can explore the delegate area prior to the live presentations starting at 9.00 am

If I am located outside of the UK, do I need to use any additional software for this event?

No, no VPN or any other software is required for this event. If you are located in outside of the UK, you will be able to watch all videos and participate in all sessions.

What can I do at the virtual event?

  • Learn from the live sessions in the Stage
  • Visit our EPiC Auditors Booth & website
  • Connect and engage with other attendees via one-to-one chat.

EPiC Virtual Symposium 2024

From Complaint to Compliant: A Practical Guide to Overcome Current GMDP Challenges.

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GMDP Compliance Symposium 2023 Feedback

A small selection of the positive comments we received from the EPiC Virtual GMDP Compliance Symposium 2023.

Excellent overview of current hot topics for QA professionals. Provides valuable insights in to current and future priorities for MHRA GMDP

GMDP Symposium 2023 Attendee

The feature to submit questions was very useful. Speakers were informative and gave real world examples. It was useful to get an inspectors perspective.

GMDP Symposium 2023 Attendee

Very informative discussion and also examples of personal experiences that you have seen in the past and present.

GMDP Symposium 2023 Attendee

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