Data Integrity & Privacy Compliance: Mastering 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, & GDPR
Ensure Regulatory Compliance and Secure Your Data in the Digital Era!

Instructor :
Carolyn Troiano
Webinar ID:
13560
Date: APR 23, 2025 (WED)
Start Time: 10 AM PT - 11:30 AM PT
Duration: 90 Mins.
What you will learn
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- Understand 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, And GDPR Compliance
- Differentiate Between Traditional CSV And FDA’s CSA Approach
- Implement Risk-Based Validation Strategies For Computerized Systems
- Apply ALCOA+ Principles To Ensure Data Integrity Compliance
- Navigate GAMP®5 Guidelines For Software Categorization And Testing
- Prepare For FDA Inspections And ….
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- Understand 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, And GDPR Compliance
- Differentiate Between Traditional CSV And FDA’s CSA Approach
- Implement Risk-Based Validation Strategies For Computerized Systems
- Apply ALCOA+ Principles To Ensure Data Integrity Compliance
- Navigate GAMP®5 Guidelines For Software Categorization And Testing
- Prepare For FDA Inspections And Vendor Compliance Audits
- Manage Cloud, SaaS, And COTS System Validation Effectively
- Develop Data Governance Frameworks To Mitigate Compliance Risks
Course Description
In today’s digital-first world, ensuring data integrity and privacy is more critical than ever.
Organizations handling sensitive information must comply with stringent regulations like 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GDPR to maintain compliance, security, and trust.
This comprehensive training delves into the fundamental principles and regulatory requirements governing electronic records, signatures, and data protection in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare industries.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of how these regulations impact data management and what steps organizations must take to remain compliant.
Key Topics Covered:
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- Understanding 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11
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- Learn the requirements for electronic records and electronic signatures in regulated industries.
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- Understanding 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11
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- Navigating GDPR Compliance
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- Explore how GDPR protects personal data and what it means for organizations handling EU citizens’ information.
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- Navigating GDPR Compliance
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- California Privacy Laws (CPRA) vs. GDPR & HIPAA
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- Compare the nuances between GDPR, HIPAA, and CPRA, and understand their impact on data protection strategies.
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- California Privacy Laws (CPRA) vs. GDPR & HIPAA
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- Achieving & Maintaining Compliance
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- Discover best practices, risk mitigation strategies, and key industry insights to ensure regulatory adherence.
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- Achieving & Maintaining Compliance
By the end of this training, participants will have actionable knowledge to implement robust data governance frameworks, safeguard sensitive information, and stay ahead of evolving compliance standards.
Enroll Now!
In today’s digital-first world, ensuring data integrity and privacy is more critical than ever.
Organizations handling sensitive information must comply with stringent regulations like 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GDPR to maintain compliance, security, and trust.
This comprehensive training delves into the fundamental principles and regulatory requirements governing electronic records, signatures, and data protection in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare industries.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of how these regulations impact data management and what steps organizations must take to remain compliant.
Key Topics Covered:
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- Understanding 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11
-
- Learn the requirements for electronic records and electronic signatures in regulated industries.
-
- Understanding 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11
-
- Navigating GDPR Compliance
-
- Explore how GDPR protects personal data and what it means for organizations handling EU citizens’ information.
-
- Navigating GDPR Compliance
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- California Privacy Laws (CPRA) vs. GDPR & HIPAA
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- Compare the nuances between GDPR, HIPAA, and CPRA, and understand their impact on data protection strategies.
-
- California Privacy Laws (CPRA) vs. GDPR & HIPAA
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- Achieving & Maintaining Compliance
-
- Discover best practices, risk mitigation strategies, and key industry insights to ensure regulatory adherence.
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- Achieving & Maintaining Compliance
By the end of this training, participants will have actionable knowledge to implement robust data governance frameworks, safeguard sensitive information, and stay ahead of evolving compliance standards.
Enroll Now!
Why you should attend
Navigating the complex landscape of data integrity, privacy regulations, and compliance requirements can be overwhelming.
Whether you work in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biologics, or other FDA-regulated industries, understanding how to properly handle electronic records, data security, and system validation is crucial to avoiding compliance risks.
This training is designed to help professionals like QA/QC specialists, IT and compliance officers, regulatory affairs experts, and validation engineers confidently manage data privacy and integrity across global regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, CPRA, and FDA requirements.
Key Takeaways:
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- Understand Global Data Privacy Laws
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- Learn how GDPR, HIPAA, and CPRA impact data management in regulated industries.
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- Understand Global Data Privacy Laws
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- Master 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11 Compliance
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- Ensure your electronic records and signatures meet FDA and EU expectations.
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- Master 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11 Compliance
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- Enhance Computer System Validation (CSV) & Assurance (CSA) Compliance
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- Gain insights into FDA’s evolving approach to software validation.
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- Enhance Computer System Validation (CSV) & Assurance (CSA) Compliance
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- Align with GAMP®5 Standards
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- Stay updated on industry best practices for system validation and compliance.
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- Align with GAMP®5 Standards
By attending, you’ll gain the expert knowledge needed to ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance data integrity practices within your organization.
Join Now!
Navigating the complex landscape of data integrity, privacy regulations, and compliance requirements can be overwhelming.
Whether you work in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biologics, or other FDA-regulated industries, understanding how to properly handle electronic records, data security, and system validation is crucial to avoiding compliance risks.
This training is designed to help professionals like QA/QC specialists, IT and compliance officers, regulatory affairs experts, and validation engineers confidently manage data privacy and integrity across global regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, CPRA, and FDA requirements.
Key Takeaways:
-
- Understand Global Data Privacy Laws
-
- Learn how GDPR, HIPAA, and CPRA impact data management in regulated industries.
-
- Understand Global Data Privacy Laws
-
- Master 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11 Compliance
-
- Ensure your electronic records and signatures meet FDA and EU expectations.
-
- Master 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11 Compliance
-
- Enhance Computer System Validation (CSV) & Assurance (CSA) Compliance
-
- Gain insights into FDA’s evolving approach to software validation.
-
- Enhance Computer System Validation (CSV) & Assurance (CSA) Compliance
-
- Align with GAMP®5 Standards
-
- Stay updated on industry best practices for system validation and compliance.
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- Align with GAMP®5 Standards
By attending, you’ll gain the expert knowledge needed to ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance data integrity practices within your organization.
Join Now!
Areas Covered
1. Introduction to Data Integrity & Compliance
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- Overview of 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GDPR
- Key challenges in data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance
- Understanding the impact of non-compliance on data integrity, product quality, and patient safety
2. Computer System Validation (CSV) vs. Computer Software Assurance (CSA)
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- Exploring traditional CSV vs. FDA’s CSA draft guidance (September 2022)
- Understanding key differences, similarities, and industry impact
- Aligning validation strategies with FDA expectations
3. System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) & Validation Approaches
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- Traditional Waterfall vs. Agile Validation Methodologies
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- Phased approach vs. 2–3-week sprint models
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- Traditional Waterfall vs. Agile Validation Methodologies
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- Conducting risk-based validation using SDLC principles
- Implementing validation for:
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- Computer Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software
- Cloud-based systems
- Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions
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4. GAMP®5 Framework & Risk-Based Testing
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- Understanding GAMP®5 guidance from ISPE
- Software categorization and testing strategies based on risk level
- Ensuring compliance with data integrity principles in computerized systems
5. Application of 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11
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- Overview of electronic records and electronic signatures compliance
- Understanding data integrity requirements (FDA’s December 2018 guidance)
- Implementing ALCOA+ principles to maintain regulatory compliance
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- Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate
- Complete, Consistent, Enduring, Available
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6. Preparing for FDA Inspections & Vendor Audits
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- Best practices to prepare for regulatory inspections
- Auditing vendors of computer system hardware, software, tools, and services
- Addressing common compliance pitfalls and mitigating risks
7. Industry Best Practices & Risk Assessment Strategies
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- Establishing data governance frameworks for GxP compliance
- Applying risk-based approaches to validation and system management
- Leveraging compliance-driven best practices to future-proof operations
BONUS:
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- PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
- Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
- Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email
1. Introduction to Data Integrity & Compliance
-
- Overview of 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GDPR
- Key challenges in data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance
- Understanding the impact of non-compliance on data integrity, product quality, and patient safety
2. Computer System Validation (CSV) vs. Computer Software Assurance (CSA)
-
- Exploring traditional CSV vs. FDA’s CSA draft guidance (September 2022)
- Understanding key differences, similarities, and industry impact
- Aligning validation strategies with FDA expectations
3. System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) & Validation Approaches
-
- Traditional Waterfall vs. Agile Validation Methodologies
-
- Phased approach vs. 2–3-week sprint models
-
- Traditional Waterfall vs. Agile Validation Methodologies
-
- Conducting risk-based validation using SDLC principles
- Implementing validation for:
-
- Computer Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software
- Cloud-based systems
- Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions
-
4. GAMP®5 Framework & Risk-Based Testing
-
- Understanding GAMP®5 guidance from ISPE
- Software categorization and testing strategies based on risk level
- Ensuring compliance with data integrity principles in computerized systems
5. Application of 21 CFR Part 11 & Annex 11
-
- Overview of electronic records and electronic signatures compliance
- Understanding data integrity requirements (FDA’s December 2018 guidance)
- Implementing ALCOA+ principles to maintain regulatory compliance
-
- Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate
- Complete, Consistent, Enduring, Available
-
6. Preparing for FDA Inspections & Vendor Audits
-
- Best practices to prepare for regulatory inspections
- Auditing vendors of computer system hardware, software, tools, and services
- Addressing common compliance pitfalls and mitigating risks
7. Industry Best Practices & Risk Assessment Strategies
-
- Establishing data governance frameworks for GxP compliance
- Applying risk-based approaches to validation and system management
- Leveraging compliance-driven best practices to future-proof operations
BONUS:
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- PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
- Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
- Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email
Who is this course for
Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!
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- Regulatory Affairs And Compliance Professionals In Life Sciences
- Quality Assurance And Quality Control Specialists
- IT And Data Integrity Compliance Officers
- Validation Engineers And System Validation Specialists
- Pharmaceutical, Biotech, And Medical Device Professionals
- Clinical Research And Laboratory Management Teams
- Manufacturing And Supply Chain Compliance Managers
- Auditors And Professionals Preparing For FDA Inspections
Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!
-
- Regulatory Affairs And Compliance Professionals In Life Sciences
- Quality Assurance And Quality Control Specialists
- IT And Data Integrity Compliance Officers
- Validation Engineers And System Validation Specialists
- Pharmaceutical, Biotech, And Medical Device Professionals
- Clinical Research And Laboratory Management Teams
- Manufacturing And Supply Chain Compliance Managers
- Auditors And Professionals Preparing For FDA Inspections
Instructor Profile
Carolyn (McKillop) Troiano has more than 40 years of experience in the tobacco, pharmaceutical, medical device and other FDA-regulated industries. She has worked directly, or on a consulting basis, for many of the larger pharmaceutical and tobacco companies in the US and Europe, developing and executing compliance strategies and programs. Carolyn is currently active in the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP), and Project Management Institute (PMI) chapters in the Richmond, VA area.
During her career, Carolyn worked directly, or on a consulting basis, for many of the larger pharmaceutical companies in the US and Europe. She developed validation programs and strategies back in the mid-1980s, when the first FDA guidebook was published on the subject, and collaborated with FDA and other industry representatives on 21 CFR Part 11, the FDA’s electronic record/electronic signature regulation.