In any type of manufacturing plant, the instruments which it houses need to be continuously calibrated to record its operations and data. Calibration of any instrument is required for a multitude of reasons.

These reasons include: to test an instrument if it has been repaired, if it is a new instrument, if the instrument has been damaged or has been affected by any adverse conditions or simply to see how it is performing. Pressure transducers, weighing instruments and temperature sensors are just some of the plant devices that need calibration to ensure they are performing effectively and efficiently.

While it is evident the instruments within all manufacturing plants, i.e. food & beverage, pharmaceutical, biotechnology need to be calibrated, the system in which the information is stored can vary. These can range from Microsoft Excel/Word document to cloud based technology whereby all information, including multi-site plants, can be stored. In relation to the types of calibration management software (CMS) a company would have in place differ due to many factors. These can include; size of manufacturing plant, type of industry, if they have multi site locations, distance between multi site locations, cost and quality.

So, the question remains, what should we use to document our calibration and should we opt for CMS? Many companies feel the system they have in place now works well for them and do not see the need to invest in CMS. However, upon looking into the cost, quality and efficiency of the system they have in place now, and how it compares to CMS, they begin to see how it can benefit them.

  • CompuCal Solutions graphicAlways ready for an audit
  • Mobile paperless solutions
  • Fully automated calibrations
  • Guaranteed conformance with regulations

The system fulfills the high quality demanded by auditors, and at the same time reduces complexity, time and costs associated with the management of the calibration activity. The CMS ensures compliance with regulations such as FDA, ISO, GAMP & 21CFR Part 11. It is will reduce maintenance costs and is scalable for a single user or for a global multi-site operation. The CMS will provide the highest accuracy reference standards and fully automated test bench solutions for the laboratory and workshop.

The key benefits from using the CMS are:

  • Compliance
  • Planning & Scheduling
  • Performance Management
  • Traceability for Reference Standards
  • Deviation Management
  • Historical Trending
  • Interval Analysis

In addition to these key factors the CMS also has additional security features which are designed to ensure you are 'Always Ready For An Audit'. It has proven security, full time and date stamped audit trail and failure codes. An automatic email alert will be sent ensure you are always aware of these and will allow you to track instruments more effectively.

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