What is process validation?

Process validation is a documented procedure used in industries, especially pharmaceuticals and manufacturing, to ensure that a process consistently produces a product meeting its predetermined specifications and quality attributes. It involves planning, conducting, and analyzing studies that provide evidence the process is reliable and reproducible. Regulatory agencies like the FDA require process validation to guarantee product safety and efficacy. Process validation typically includes design, qualification, and continued monitoring stages. This ensures that any variations in the process do not affect the final product's quality.