Data Integrity in Action

Now that you have a better understanding of the basics of Data Integrity, let’s take a look at what Data Integrity actually looks like in the real world and at most pharmaceutical companies.

Data Integrity applies to all elements of the Quality Management System (or Q.M.S.) and to data created, edited, and maintained in both electronic and paper-based systems.

Examples of Data Integrity activities in everyday business operations would include:

• Compiling and reviewing quality metrics and performance indicators on a regular basis through Quality Management Reviews.
• The physical and cyber security measures in place at your organization, including requirements you may need to comply with such as locking your computer when leaving your workstation or not sharing passwords.
• The access and configuration controls set up within computerized system.

Trainings like this one that make team members aware of the importance of Data Integrity and how it can impact product quality and patient safety,

Even a company making sure printers are set up throughout a building so that they are close to the people and places printed documents will be used is an example of practices ensuring Data Integrity.