Good Distribution Practice (GDP) training program for pharmaceutical professionals
Learn how to safeguard product integrity and ensure full GDP compliance with a hands-on training designed for real-world pharmaceutical distribution challenges. This program equips your team with the skills, confidence, and regulatory insight to meet EU GDP requirements and pass inspections — without the overwhelm.
Why this training matters
Adhering to GDP guidelines ensures that pharmaceutical products are consistently stored, transported, and handled under appropriate conditions, safeguarding their quality and efficacy.
This training provides a comprehensive understanding of GDP principles, enabling participants to:
Comprehend the regulatory environment governing pharmaceutical distribution.
Implement effective quality management systems.
Maintain product integrity during storage and transportation.
Ensure compliance with international GDP standards.
Who can attend
This program is ideal for individuals involved in the distribution of pharmaceutical products, including:
Responsible Persons (RPs) and Qualified Persons (QPs)
Quality Assurance personnel
Warehouse and Distribution Managers
Logistics and Supply Chain Managers
Transport Managers
Anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of GDP principles
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to: |
Maintain the integrity and quality of pharmaceutical products throughout the distribution process.
Implement effective quality management and risk assessment strategies.
Ensure compliance with international GDP regulations and guidelines.
Understand and apply GDP principles in their daily operations.
Be able to spot and prevent GDP non-conformities
Be audit-ready — and team-ready
Syllabus
Our GDP Training Program covers essential topics to ensure comprehensive understanding and practical application, all based on real life examples. |
1.
Introduction to GDP
Understanding the principles and objectives of Good Distribution Practices.
Overview of the roles of key stakeholders: Marketing Authorization Holder - DIstributor - Logistic Service Provider.
2.
Overview of EU Law & Regulatory Framework
EudraLex Volume 4 – GDP Guidelines for Medicinal Products for Human Use
Key responsibilities under EU and national law
Role of competent authorities (EMA, FAMHP, etc.)
3.
Quality Management Systems
Establishing and maintaining a robust Pharmaceutical Quality System (QMS).
Implementing Quality Risk Management strategies.
4.
Personnel and Responsibilities
Roles and responsibilities of key personnel, including the Responsible Person (RP).
Importance of training and competency in GDP compliance.
5.
Premises and Equipment
Requirements for storage facilities and equipment.
Ensuring proper environmental controls and maintenance.
6.
Operations and Logistics
Procedures for receiving, storing, and dispatching medicinal products.
Managing transportation to maintain product integrity.
7.
Documentation and Traceability
Principles of Good Documentation Practices (GDocP).
Batch traceability, inventory records, and audit trails.
8.
Handling Complaints and Recalls
Differences between quality complaints and logistic complaints.
How to deal with counterfeit products.
8.
Self-Inspection and Continuous Improvement
Conducting internal audits to assess compliance.
Implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Meet Nelly, your trainer
Nelly’s approach to real-world quality
At MentorinQ, quality isn’t just a checklist — it’s a living process that drives better understanding, smarter workflows, and faster decision-making.
Our method focuses on three essential actions to make quality practical, human, and sustainable:
Train
Understand the real needs of your team. Create customized training that fits your challenges and turns regulations into practical tools — not obstacles. When people understand why they act, quality becomes a natural part of how they work.
Process
Start from your operational reality — not theoretical models. Together, we build clear, intuitive processes that are tested, flexible, and easy for your teams to apply consistently.
Monitor
Set up simple, effective tracking systems to access the right information at the right time. Make faster decisions, boost your team’s energy, and strengthen compliance — without drowning in bureaucracy.
