The shift from paper-based to digital processes has opened enormous opportunities in the healthcare sector in terms of data sharing and content management. But data can only be shared efficiently and add value if systems can “talk” to each other. The term we use for how compatibly systems work together is “interoperability.” Traditionally, the healthcare sector has suffered from a high lack of interoperability.

Structured content ensures compliance in the pharmaceutical industry. Discover how FDA’s SPL and Canada’s SPM formats promote patient safety and efficiency.

In the first of a three-part series on structured content and structured product labeling, we explore why structured content is important, its benefits, and best practices for implementation.

Regulatory authorities are crucial for the safety and efficacy of medicines and medical devices. And yet, achieving the high level of regulation we have today has been a long road – with lives saved and lost along the way.