GMP EXPERT IN KENYA
Eng. Thilange Acquilino is a Chemical and Process Engineer with over twenty years of experience in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) across pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and vaccine manufacturing.
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Technology Transfer in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing: Ensuring Successful Scale-Up and Knowledge Transfer
Technology transfer involves the systematic transfer of knowledge, processes, methods, and technologies from a development environment to a manufacturing facility or from one production site to another. When executed effectively, it allows organizations to scale production while maintaining consistency and regulatory control.
The Future of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward
Africa’s pharmaceutical sector is entering a transformative period. For decades, the continent has relied heavily on imported medicines, with estimates suggesting that over 70% of pharmaceuticals consumed in Africa are produced outside the continent. Recent global events—including supply chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic—have highlighted the urgent need for stronger local pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity.
Computer System Validation (CSV) in GMP Environments: Ensuring Data Integrity and System Reliability
Modern pharmaceutical manufacturing relies heavily on computerized systems to manage production processes, laboratory testing, quality documentation, and regulatory records. From laboratory information systems to enterprise resource planning platforms, digital technologies now support almost every
Biosafety and Biosecurity in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Facilities
The rapid expansion of biopharmaceutical manufacturing—including vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, cell therapies, and recombinant biologics—has increased the importance of biosafety and biosecurity systems in pharmaceutical production facilities.
Unlike conventional pharmaceutical manufacturing
Data Integrity in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Why ALCOA+ Matters
In modern pharmaceutical manufacturing, data integrity has become one of the most scrutinized aspects of regulatory compliance. Health authorities around the world increasingly emphasize that reliable data is essential to ensure
Artificial Intelligence in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Transforming Quality, Compliance, and Production
The pharmaceutical industry is entering a new era driven by advances in digital technologies, automation, and data science. Among these developments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as
Analytical Method Validation in Pharmaceutical Quality Control: Ensuring Reliable Laboratory Results
Quality control laboratories play a vital role in pharmaceutical manufacturing by verifying that raw materials, intermediates, and finished products meet required quality specifications. The reliability of laboratory results depends heavily on
Pharmaceutical Facility Commissioning and Qualification: From FAT to Performance Qualification
Establishing a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility requires far more than constructing a building and installing equipment. Every critical system within the facility must be verified to ensure…
Cleaning Validation in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Preventing Cross-Contamination and Ensuring Product Safety
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, maintaining clean equipment and production environments is essential to ensure that medicines remain safe, effective, and free from contamination. One of the most…
How to Build a GMP-Compliant Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant: A Step-by-Step Guide
The demand for locally manufactured medicines across Africa is increasing rapidly as governments and international organizations seek to strengthen healthcare security and reduce…
