FDA Investigators Want Top Management Involved In Manufacturing Inspections
Executive Summary
FDA’s expectation is that the most responsible individual at manufacturing sites be involved in inspections. The agency is increasingly talking about its “responsible corporate official” or Park Doctrine powers to hold top officials responsible for manufacturing issues and problems.
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