Specialist Life Sciences Audit Services

Precision Audit Intelligence for the Life Sciences Value Chain

Sthira Assure delivers expert-led, risk-based audit and qualification services across GMP, GCP, GLP, GVP, GDP, Medical Devices, and Digital Systems — giving life sciences organisations the independent assurance they need to operate, grow, and comply with confidence.

14+
Service Disciplines
GxP
Full Spectrum Coverage
Global
Regulatory Alignment
On-site & Remote
Audit Delivery Modes
ICH Q7·ICH Q9·ICH Q10·ICH Q11·ICH Q12·ICH E6 (R3)·21 CFR Part 11·21 CFR Part 58·21 CFR Part 210/211·ISO 13485·ISO 14971·ISO 17025·ISO 9001·ISO 27001·ISO 14001·ISO 45001·EU MDR 2017/745·EU IVDR 2017/746·EU GMP Annex 1·EU GMP Annex 11·MDSAP·OECD GLP Principles·EMA GCP Guidelines·PIC/S GMP·WHO GMP·GDUFA II·DSCSA·EU FMD·GDP Guidelines 2013/C 343/01·IPEC-PQG GMP·PS9001·ICH Q2 (R2)·DIA TMF Reference Model·ICH Q7·ICH Q9·ICH Q10·ICH Q11·ICH Q12·ICH E6 (R3)·21 CFR Part 11·21 CFR Part 58·21 CFR Part 210/211·ISO 13485·ISO 14971·ISO 17025·ISO 9001·ISO 27001·ISO 14001·ISO 45001·EU MDR 2017/745·EU IVDR 2017/746·EU GMP Annex 1·EU GMP Annex 11·MDSAP·OECD GLP Principles·EMA GCP Guidelines·PIC/S GMP·WHO GMP·GDUFA II·DSCSA·EU FMD·GDP Guidelines 2013/C 343/01·IPEC-PQG GMP·PS9001·ICH Q2 (R2)·DIA TMF Reference Model·
Core GxP Disciplines

End-to-End Compliance Coverage

Six GxP disciplines spanning the full pharmaceutical and medical device lifecycle — from early development through commercialisation and post-market surveillance.

01
GMP

GMP Oversight & Material Qualification

Comprehensive audits spanning API manufacturers, excipient suppliers, CDMOs, ATMPs, sterile processing, and PAI readiness — aligned with ICH Q7 and ICH Q9.

  • API & Intermediate Manufacturer Audits
  • CDMO / Contract Manufacturer Qualification
  • ATMP Specialised Audits
  • Sterile & Aseptic Processing Appraisals
  • Pre-Approval Inspection (PAI) Readiness
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02
GCP

Clinical Trial & Clinical Quality Valuations

Site audits, CRO qualification, TMF completeness reviews, and decentralised trial technology appraisals to keep your clinical programmes compliant and on schedule.

  • Clinical Trial Site Audits
  • Sponsor & CRO Process Audits
  • Trial Master File (TMF) Completeness Audits
  • Investigator Qualification Appraisals
  • Decentralised Clinical Trial (DCT) Tech Appraisals
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03
GLP

GLP & Analytical Laboratory Appraisals

GLP facility audits, ISO 17025 competence assessments, bioanalytical lab appraisals, and forensic raw data spot-checks for analytical integrity assurance.

  • GLP Facility Audits (21 CFR Part 58 / OECD)
  • ISO 17025 Laboratory Competence Audits
  • Bioanalysis & Pharmacokinetic (PK) Lab Appraisals
  • Outsourced Bioanalytical Vendor Audits
  • Analytical Method & Raw Data Spot-Checks
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04
GVP

GVP & Post-Market Safety Systems

SDEA/PVA compliance audits, QPPV network appraisals, PSMF integrity reviews, and signal detection process checks across your full pharmacovigilance ecosystem.

  • SDEA & PVA Contractual Compliance Audits
  • Outsourced Safety Vendor & CRO Qualification
  • QPPV & Local Affiliate Network Appraisals
  • PSMF Integrity Audits
  • Signal Detection & Literature Review Appraisals
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05
GDP

GDP & Supply Chain Logistics

Wholesale distributor audits, cold chain mapping, controlled substance logistics, and 3PL vendor qualification to protect your supply chain integrity globally.

  • Wholesale Distributor & Broker Audits
  • Cold Chain & Temperature Storage Mapping
  • Controlled Substance Logistics Appraisals
  • 3PL Vendor Qualification Audits
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06
Medical Devices

Medical Device Diagnostics & Global Frameworks

ISO 13485, MDSAP multi-country compliance, EU MDR/IVDR transition audits, and PRRC framework verification across your device quality management system.

  • ISO 13485 QMS Assessments
  • MDSAP Audits (US, CA, BR, JP, AU)
  • EU MDR / IVDR Transition Audits
  • PRRC Framework Auditing
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Cross-Cutting Capabilities

Specialist Assurance Beyond GxP

From digital systems and data integrity to M&A risk screening and supply chain serialization — our specialist teams extend compliance coverage across your entire enterprise.

Operational Delivery

Flexible, Scalable Audit Delivery

Whether on-site or remote, project-based or fully managed, Sthira Assure adapts to your operational rhythm and compliance calendar.

On-Site Audits

Physical facility presence for audits requiring direct process observation, equipment inspection, and personnel interviews — the gold standard for high-risk manufacturing and laboratory sites.

  • GMP manufacturing site audits
  • Laboratory facility & GLP audits
  • Warehouse & logistics inspections
  • PAI readiness & regulatory mock audits
Eco-Conscious

Remote & Hybrid Appraisals

High-definition video facility walkthroughs, secure cloud document parsing, and smart-glass integrations — faster, cost-effective, and carbon-neutral without sacrificing rigour.

  • Reduced travel cost & carbon footprint
  • Document-heavy audits (TMF, PSMF, CSV)
  • Rapid supplier qualification checks
  • Ideal for SME clients across time zones

Centralised Programme Management

We manage your entire annual audit pipeline — scheduling, resource coordination, report consolidation, and CAPA tracking — across dozens of global facilities and supplier relationships.

  • Annual audit calendar management
  • Multi-site global coordination
  • Supplier audit programme oversight
  • CAPA trend reporting & dashboards
Why Sthira Assure

Why Organisations Trust Sthira Assure

Life sciences organisations choose Sthira Assure because they need more than a checkbox audit. They need an independent partner who understands the regulatory landscape as deeply as they do — and who will tell them the truth.

Risk-Based Methodology

Every audit is scoped using ICH Q9-aligned risk principles, directing effort where it matters most — not distributed uniformly across low-impact processes.

Regulatory-Grade Expertise

Deep, sector-specific knowledge across international regulatory frameworks. No generalists — every assignment draws on practitioners with direct GxP experience in the relevant domain.

Independent Objectivity

As a specialist independent firm, we operate with no commercial conflicts. Our findings reflect what we observe — providing genuine assurance value rather than compliance theatre.

Actionable Intelligence

Audit reports structured for action — clear risk-rated findings, root-cause analysis, and implementable CAPA guidance. Compliance documentation that drives real improvement.

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Ready to Strengthen Your Compliance Posture?

Our team is ready to scope your next audit — whether it's a single supplier qualification or a fully managed global compliance programme.