Data integrity PIC S
good practices for data management and integrity in regulatory GMP/GDP environments
good practices for data management and integrity in regulatory GMP/GDP environments
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Metadata
In-file data that describes the attributes of other data, and provides context and
meaning.
Typically, these are data that describe the structure, data elements, inter-relationships
and other characteristics of data e.g. audit trails. Metadata also permit data to be
attributable to an individual (or if automatically generated, to the original data source).
Metadata form an integral part of the original record. Without the context provided by
metadata the data has no meaning.
Quality Unit
The department within the regulated entity responsible for oversight of quality
including in particular the design, effective implementation, monitoring and
maintenance of the Pharmaceutical Quality System.
Raw Data
Raw data is defined as the original record (data) which can be described as the firstcapture
of information, whether recorded on paper or electronically. Information that is
originally captured in a dynamic state should remain available in that state. 14
Static Record
A record format, such as a paper or electronic record, that is fixed and allows little or
no interaction between the user and the record content. 14
Supply Chain
The sum total of arrangements between manufacturing sites, wholesale and
distribution sites that ensure that the quality of medicines in ensured throughout
production and distribution to the point of sale or use.
System Administrator
A person who manages the operation of a computerised system or particular electronic
communication service.
14 REVISION HISTORY
Date Version Number Reasons for revision
PI 041-1 63 of 63 1 July 2021