Dear Pharma Pals,

Fight the Fakes! The fight against counterfeit pharmaceuticals is a global challenge requiring coordinated efforts from governments, industries, and international organizations, says Rameshwar Verma in his article in this issue on fighting the fakes. By leveraging advanced technologies and strengthening regulatory frameworks, we can protect public health and ensure the integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain.

It’s heartening news that the Government of India has now established a committee to create rules for prosecuting chemists and retailers selling spurious drugs. This initiative aims to tackle the issue of substandard drugs being sold despite valid invoices from other states. The committee’s report is expected within one month.

Go Paperless! The GAMP 5 Second Edition and the FDA’s new Computer Software Assurance guidelines prove that regulators want pharma companies to ditch paper permanently. Those pharma companies turning to fully paperless by selecting the right electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) platform are now reaping the benefits, from faster and efficient processes to stronger compliance and continual improvement. Read the article by Kaushik Desai and Dr. Satish Desai on paperless pharma.

Also packed in this issue: Article by Londa Ritchey, on the need for ongoing quality management engagement with CMOs; and Chiranjeevi Kondapaka, CEO, Steriline Asia, speaking on enriching Indian pharmaceutical market in an exclusive interview to Pharma Machines & Technology.

Harjit Singh Dhaul
Publisher & Editor