November 8, 2024
Vincent junior consultant GMP
Published by Joachim Nuyttens at November 8, 2024
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Colleague in the Spotlight – Vincent

Vincent is one of our junior consultants. Graduated Master in Biochemistry and Biotechnology, he has been working for two years as a consultant in GMP production environments. His first assignment was as project engineer on aseptic (sterile) production plants, a few months ago he started his second assignment at Trevalco as production engineer. In this short interview, we let Vincent talk about the content of his duties as a production engineer. What are your main duties as a production engineer? […]
October 24, 2024
Brent voor als validatie consultant een P&ID walkdown uit
Published by Joachim Nuyttens at October 24, 2024
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Colleague in the Spotlight – Brent

Brent is one of our junior consultants. With three years of validation experience in GMP production environments, he has a lot of practical and theoretical knowledge about cleaning validation and sterilization validation. In this short interview, we let Brent talk about the content of his duties as a validation consultant. What are your main tasks as a validation consultant? My tasks are very diverse and in fact almost every task within the validation life cycle is equally important. As soon […]
October 14, 2024
QC lab hplc
Published by Harris Bui-Vandeput at October 14, 2024
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What is Quality Control (QC)

Quality Control (QC) is the department which ensures that the incoming materials, products, utilities and cleanrooms are of sufficient quality for their use. The importance of QC stems from the undeniable obligation to deliver quality product that guarantees patient safety. Therefore, the need of a QC department has been made compulsory by several regulations including the EudraLex’s guidelines for GMP and FDA’s 21 CFR.   As the name suggests, the quality of incoming material, products, cleanrooms and utilities is verified in […]
October 7, 2024
Root Cause Analysis
Published by Harris Bui-Vandeput at October 7, 2024
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Root Cause Analysis

In the pharmaceutical industry, quality isn’t just a goal—it’s a requirement. To meet the high standards of safety and effectiveness, companies must continually address and resolve any deviations, product defects, or unexpected issues that arise. Enter Root Cause Analysis (RCA)—a structured approach that digs deep to uncover the underlying cause behind these problems.  RCA is essential for several reasons. First and foremost, it protects patient safety. By identifying the root cause of deviations and other issues, companies can take the […]
September 30, 2024
Published by Joachim Nuyttens at September 30, 2024
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Spartacus Run 2024

This past weekend, four enthusiastic colleagues from Trevalco tackled the AA Drink Spartacus Run in Boom, one of Belgium’s most challenging and exciting obstacle races. Set in the scenic but demanding terrain of De Schorre, this event saw participants navigate a course filled with mud, water, and tough obstacles spread across 10 km. Despite the chilly weather, spirits were high as the Trevalco team confronted obstacles such as towering climbs, muddy trenches, and even sections requiring swimming. The race, known […]
September 24, 2024
Published by Joachim Nuyttens at September 24, 2024
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Can AI Chatbots Pass the GMP test? Insights for QA in Life Sciences

In this follow-up to our exploration of conversational AI, we dive deeper into the accuracy and effectiveness of popular AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Meta AI, and Anthropic Claude when it comes to crucial QA tasks in Life Sciences. We put these AI tools to the test with tasks such as: While these chatbots show potential, particularly in tasks like pre-writing and document review, our evaluation found significant limitations—especially with fabricating information on GMP regulations. So, are AI tools […]
September 5, 2024
Published by Joachim Nuyttens at September 5, 2024
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Unlock the Power of Conversational AI in Life Sciences QA

In today’s fast-evolving Life Sciences sector, Quality Assurance (QA) Officers face increasing pressures to manage documentation, compliance, and operational processes. Could Conversational AI be a solution to enhance efficiency and accuracy? AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google’s Gemini are revolutionizing how professionals operate. These AI tools can assist in various ways, from summarizing complex regulatory documents to brainstorming solutions, editing reports, and even automating repetitive tasks. How Can Conversational AI Help Your QA Team? However, while AI offers […]
June 6, 2024
Published by Joachim Nuyttens at June 6, 2024
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Fun and Healthy Cooking Workshop

To promote wellness and team-building we organized a cooking workshop together with Healthylicious. Our colleagues learned that cooking can be fun, healthy and fast all at the same time. We kicked off the workshop by preparing some appetizers, such as Bruschetta made with lentil bread and lentil crackers, paired with various healthy spreads. All while sipping on refreshing mocktails. For the main dish, we had a choice between a Greek salad with feta and chicken, or a vegan alternative. Finally, […]
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