Overview:

If you work in pharmaceutical logistics, warehousing, or supply, understanding Good Distribution Practice (GDP) is essential. This one-day training course gives a clear, practical introduction to GDP and what it means in real terms, from regulatory requirements to what good looks like on the ground.

Whether you’re new to the industry or need a refresher, the course covers the key principles of GDP, how to stay compliant, and how to spot and avoid the kinds of issues that lead to errors, delays, or product loss. It’s also a chance to explore the regulations that govern pharmaceutical distribution and what they mean for your day-to-day role, particularly in today’s complex and fast-moving supply chains.

The course draws on current EU guidelines (2013/C 343/01), Directive 2001/83/EC, and the Falsified Medicines Directive, offering a practical understanding of the standards expected across the industry.

Who Should Attend?

• New starters in logistics, warehousing, or pharmaceutical supply chains
  

• Suppliers and third-party contractors supporting pharma distribution
  

• QA/QC teams ensuring end-to-end compliance
  

• Warehouse managers and transport coordinators
  

• Professionals preparing for audits or GDP certification inspections

What You’ll Learn

• What Good Distribution Practice (GDP) means and why it matters
  

• The scope of GDP and its role in product safety, integrity, and traceability
  

• Overview of key regulations:
  

  • Directive 2001/83/EC
    

  • EU GDP Guidelines 2013/C 343/01
    

  • The Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD)
    

• Elements of an effective Quality Management System (QMS)
  

• Good storage practices and temperature mapping
  

• Principles of good transportation practice for pharmaceutical products
  

• How to manage outsourced activities and ensure compliance through the chain
  

• The role of risk management, equipment qualification, and deviation response
  

• Practical case studies: how GDP failures happen, and how to prevent them

Why Choose This Course?

• Built around EU GDP Guidelines and FMD
  

• Teaches real-world compliance practices with practical examples
  

• Helps staff and suppliers understand their GDP responsibilities
  

• Suitable for annual GDP refresher training
  

• Includes a certificate of attendance for regulatory records and audits