In the pharmaceutical industry, software can help with project planning and management of drug discoveries. From clinical trials to drug developments, software has been designed to aid in the organization and management of data. Manufacturing, distribution and the prescription of drugs are also facets of the pharmaceutical industry that can benefit from software. With advances in both technology and drug research, it makes sense that the pharmaceutical industry can partner with technology to forward the research and development of new drugs. The following are some common pharmaceutical software key terms.
Pharmaceutical distribution software
Pharmaceutical distribution software is a business software that assists with the supply and distribution of pharmaceuticals. It helps with tracking drugs, inventory control, sales management and procurement.
Drug discovery software
Drug discovery software generally consists of biology and chemistry data management software, which helps to capture and analyze chemical and biological research related to drug development. It helps to store the information so that it can be retrieved from one central location.
Pharmaceutical manufacturing software
Pharmaceutical manufacturing software allows you to link the manufacturing process of drugs into one system. It helps provide tracking for inventory, lots, quality control and date expiration. It also helps with keeping a database of drug product history.
21 CFR Part 11
21 CFR Part 11 refers to the section of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) administered by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that discusses electronic records and electronic signatures. This code is important to pharmaceutical software makers because it provides the guidelines for how documents get submitted to the FDA electronically.
FDA website about 21 CFR Part 11.
Pharmaceutical software downloads
Pharmaceutical software downloads refer to the software that is available for personal digital assistants, related to pharmaceutical interests. These include databases of prescription drugs, medication management programs and medication dosage calculators.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is a system that allows for integration of information and processes in an organization. An ERP software system is often thought of as coordination of drug delivery from the laboratory to the pharmacy.
