What is computer system validation?

Whether it comes to dose or weigh systems, manufacturing devices, track and trace systems or electronic signatures – companies in the pharmaceutical industry always benefit from automation of their production. However, these IT projects are subject to Computer Systems Validation (CSV): a regulatory requirement that provides documented evidence that an IT system works as expected.

OVERVIEW

According to the FDA requirements all software in computer systems used in GxP activities must be validated. Validation of computer system software is completely different than validation of device software (embedded software). Computer system validation is more than testing. It is testing plus design control and configuration management.
How to plan and conduct a risk based validation will be explained. Overall risk for computer system is a combination of software complexity and product risk as determined by probability, severity and detectability rankings. Also involved in the risk evaluation is the requirement for purchased software supplier qualification. In this computer system validation training you’ll learn how to integrate risk based supplier evaluation into the computer system validation process.
Validation Master plan and System Validation Plans will be explained.
Testing, based on risk, includes requirements validation and IQ, OQ and PQ. A procedure for each level of complexity and risk will be described.

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND

Validation of computer system software is completely different than validation of device software (embedded software). Attempting to conduct a CSV following device software validation concepts could result in a 483 or rejection of a product approval submission.

AREAS COVERED

• Computer system validation strategy
• Requirements documentation
• Complexity and risk analysis
• Creating a detailed test plan based on risk
• Supplier qualification
• IQ, OQ and PQ

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Computer system validation life cycle models and Validation Plan contents
• How to determine the complexity category of your system based on GAMP 5 principles
• Guidelines on how to evaluate risk level using GAMP 5 modifications to the ISO 14971 procedure
• What level of testing is necessary based on software complexity and risk
• Integrating software supplier evaluation into the computer system validation in pharmaceutical industry
• What requirements documentation is necessary
• How to plan and conduct IQ, OQ and PQ

WHO WILL BENEFIT

• IT Staff
• Computer System Users
• Quality Assurance
• Regulatory
• System Vendors

Conclusion

Computer System Validation is crucial for a healthcare company’s lifecycle as it is an integral part of your business’ legal compliance. 

Other than being a standard requirement, it provides the entire team with a better understanding of the system and insights on ways to use it to the fullest extent. 
Computer System Validation will only be fruitful if performed by a professional team. If you’re looking for a trusted team that will take care of all CSV aspects, contact Performance Lab. Take a look at our Computer System Validation services to get a better idea on how we can contribute to your project