Purpose
Technology transfer ensures consistent drug quality across manufacturing sites and accelerates time-to-market for new products.
Phases of Technology Transfer
Research & Development: Discover and optimize drug formulations.
Pilot Scale-Up: Test formulations at a larger scale to identify manufacturing challenges.
Technology Transfer: Move technology from R&D to production, including process validation, documentation, and training.
Commercial Production: Manufacture at full scale to meet demand with consistent quality.
Challenges
Key challenges include scaling up, maintaining documentation, training personnel, and meeting diverse regulatory standards.
Success Factors Clear communication, detailed documentation, quality consistency, and risk management are essential for successful transfers.
Global Impact
Technology transfer supports global drug distribution, potentially reducing costs and improving healthcare access.
Future Trends
Digital advancements are streamlining technology transfer, enabling faster and more efficient global implementation.