I was recently asked to travel to a country that was adjacent to a newly erupted war zone – missiles were raining down relatively nearby. The country I was visiting also has some stringent restrictions on travelling with medication (I’m a diabetic) so I was already somewhat apprehensive (even having been before!). The company sending […]
As the Maly IT team, we understand the benefits of adopting good practices in the pharmaceutical industry. Ever mindful that the health and well-being of individuals depends on the quality, safety, and efficacy of medicinal products. Therefore, we agree that helping our customers to assure adherence to stringent guidelines and regulations is paramount. What are
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is up ending the recruitment business model, automating everything from sourcing and screening to candidate engagement and assessment. However, as we saw in Part 1 organisations embracing these tools must also navigate an increasingly complex web of regulations and ethical standards. The use of AI in recruitment significantly impacts compliance with laws
Recruitment is the gateway to every organisation’s talent and culture. But in today’s regulatory landscape, it’s not enough to simply find the right candidate; you must do so within a framework of strict compliance. This is becoming more complex than ever, especially as organisations increasingly rely on contractors and freelancers. Navigating this landscape requires not
As demand for Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) therapies grows, maintaining their integrity across the international supply chain is a complex logistical challenge. It requires meticulous cold chain management to prevent spoilage and to safeguard patient outcomes. This article aims to focus on managing temperature excursions for a specific category of products. It expands on a previous
Tomorrow (June 28th) is International PKU Day! Did you know about it? Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare, inherited metabolic condition. It affects roughly 1 in 10,000 people in the UK. Maly IT’s Connection to PKU At Maly IT, we celebrate this day and raise awareness. The son of one of our team members received a
Escalating demand for temperature-sensitive biologics, vaccines, and advanced therapies intensifies the challenge of maintaining stringent temperature control throughout the entire distribution network, argues Richard Maly. The Imperative of Temperature Control Temperature excursions are defined as any deviation from a pharmaceutical product’s specified temperature range during its storage, transport, or handling, as determined by the manufacturer’s
Norfolk Hospital Joins Groundbreaking Generation Study Here at Maly IT, we’re really pleased to hear that our local Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) is taking part in the pioneering Generation Study. This national research project aims to transform how over 200 rare genetic conditions are diagnosed in newborns. The study will offer whole genome
Building upon Part 1’s exploration of product labelling as a defence against counterfeiting, this article (Part 2) delves into the intricate process of managing pharmaceutical labelling changes, crucial for compliance, minimising waste, and maintaining efficient supply chains across multiple markets. The seemingly simple act of changing a word or updating a logo on a pharmaceutical
Previously in Part 1, we identified examples from the bewildering array of different types of business process management tools. Let’s now explore some of the main challenges companies raise with these tools and how to overcome them. We’ll start with challenges directly related to the nature, adoption and use of these tools: 1. Complexity and
