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Qualification & Validation – Safety at every step of the process

Qualified packaging systems from IWK guarantee the highest quality, traceability and regulatory certainty – from development to operation.

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Challenge/Needs

Regulatory certainty as a
Key to market success

In the pharmaceutical industry, compliance determines the approval and economic success of a product.

Validation processes must be documented, traceable and repeatable – over the entire system life cycle. Lack of documentation or unvalidated processes jeopardize product safety, auditability, and production release. IWK supports pharmaceutical companies in reliably meeting these regulatory requirements.

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IWK Approach & Solution

Qualification – documented, tested, safe

IWK offers a comprehensive qualification package that supports all regulatory requirements from planning to production release.

Our approach includes:

  • Reviews: Risk analysis, functional descriptions, traceability matrix and design reviews.
  • Design Qualification (DQ): Documented design of all relevant system components.
  • Installation & Operational Qualification (IQ/OQ): Testing, documentation and proof of functionality.

The qualification package is based on the guidelines of GAMP 5, EU Annex 15 and FDA 21 CFR Part 11. In addition, experienced IWK experts accompany the equipment throughout its entire life cycle.

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Process & Methodology

Structured processes for complete traceability

The qualification process at IWK follows a clearly defined quality management system. Each phase is documented, traceable, and embedded in the overall framework of project documentation.

Scope of services:

  • Risk analysis (FMEA) with DQ/IQ/OQ protocols
  • Traceability Matrix
  • FAT/SAT protocols
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Certificates & Regulatory Security

Demonstrable quality

All IWK systems are designed, manufactured and documented in accordance with internationally recognised standards. The qualification package includes full GMP documentation, DQ/IQ/OQ protocols.

Supported Standards:

  • EU GMP Annex 15
  • GAMP 5
  • FDA 21 CFR Part 11

Standards Met:

  • ISO 9001
  • Machinery Directive (MRL)/Machinery Ordinance (MVO)

Customers benefit from auditable documents.

Advantages & Benefits

Why IWK is your partner for qualification/validation

  • Experience since 1893 in mechanical engineering and engineering.
  • Validation as part of the project process, not as a downstream task.
  • Global support from local experts: Digital documentation, remote support.
  • Partnership: Close exchange with QA teams and auditors.
  • Flexibility: Proactive cooperation to optimize qualification measures.

Frequently Asked Questions about Qualification & Validation

IWK supports according to GAMP 5, EU Annex 15, ISO 9001 and FDA 21 CFR Part 1.

Yes, IWK provides complete DQ/IQ/OQ documentation as well as risk analyses and change logs.

Yes, IWK offers requalifications for existing machines. In addition, completely new qualifications can be carried out for control system conversions. For small changes, IWK offers Change Protocol Documents.

No, the responsibility lies with the plant operator. IWK is available to support you in a spirit of partnership.

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Tobias Schein
Team Leader Documentation, Qualification & Training Center
tschein@iwk.de

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