Data Integrity: The Science, The Regulations, The Use
Throughout history, humans have recognized the importance of collecting reliable data. The Quality Assurance field is no exception, as promoting regulated life science that supports human, veterinary, and environmental health remains at the epicenter of our work.

But what defines data integrity, how does it differ from data quality, and how does it vary between regulations? What are the data integrity requirements specific to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP), and other areas in regulated life science? What are specific, practical approaches to assessing data integrity?

After deep discussion surrounding these questions, leaders from the Society of Quality Assurance (SQA) saw the need to examine data quality and data integrity within the specific context of the QA profession. They collected their findings, takeaways from many discussions, and months of research to create a practical handbook tailored for the QA discipline – a book written by Quality Assurance professionals, for Quality Assurance professionals.

A key factor within Quality Assurance is that there are distinct differences in company data integrity policies and training, in what defines data quality and data integrity, organizational unit responsibilities, data integrity challenges and information needs, and in the use of electronic systems vs. paper-based systems to collect scientific data.

Regardless of whether your system is electronic, paper-based, or hybrid, and regardless of the specific regulatory mandates of your area, this book will be your go-to reference on data integrity principles and regulations, data governance, specific auditing tips, and much more that you can apply not only within your organization, but also throughout your Quality Assurance career.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. What Is Data Integrity and Data Quality?
Chapter 2: Where Is It Written?
Chapter 3. Data Integrity Principles
Chapter 4. Roles, Responsibilities, and Stakeholders
Chapter 5. Data Governance, Classification, and Risk
Chapter 6. Data Collection, Metadata, and Audit Trails
Chapter 7. Data Integrity Challenges – Questions to Consider
Chapter 8. What Does Data Integrity Look Like?
Chapter 9. Training for Data Integrity Awareness
Chapter 10. Audit Strategies for Assessing Data Integrity
Chapter 11. The Future of Data Integrity
Appendix A. Regulations and Guidelines
Glossary
List of Figures and Tables
Index

About SQA
SQA is an association of over 2,500 professionals who are dedicated to implementing Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP) across industry, government, academia, and consulting. Learn more at SQA.org.
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Data Integrity: The Science, The Regulations, The Use
Throughout history, humans have recognized the importance of collecting reliable data. The Quality Assurance field is no exception, as promoting regulated life science that supports human, veterinary, and environmental health remains at the epicenter of our work.

But what defines data integrity, how does it differ from data quality, and how does it vary between regulations? What are the data integrity requirements specific to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP), and other areas in regulated life science? What are specific, practical approaches to assessing data integrity?

After deep discussion surrounding these questions, leaders from the Society of Quality Assurance (SQA) saw the need to examine data quality and data integrity within the specific context of the QA profession. They collected their findings, takeaways from many discussions, and months of research to create a practical handbook tailored for the QA discipline – a book written by Quality Assurance professionals, for Quality Assurance professionals.

A key factor within Quality Assurance is that there are distinct differences in company data integrity policies and training, in what defines data quality and data integrity, organizational unit responsibilities, data integrity challenges and information needs, and in the use of electronic systems vs. paper-based systems to collect scientific data.

Regardless of whether your system is electronic, paper-based, or hybrid, and regardless of the specific regulatory mandates of your area, this book will be your go-to reference on data integrity principles and regulations, data governance, specific auditing tips, and much more that you can apply not only within your organization, but also throughout your Quality Assurance career.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. What Is Data Integrity and Data Quality?
Chapter 2: Where Is It Written?
Chapter 3. Data Integrity Principles
Chapter 4. Roles, Responsibilities, and Stakeholders
Chapter 5. Data Governance, Classification, and Risk
Chapter 6. Data Collection, Metadata, and Audit Trails
Chapter 7. Data Integrity Challenges – Questions to Consider
Chapter 8. What Does Data Integrity Look Like?
Chapter 9. Training for Data Integrity Awareness
Chapter 10. Audit Strategies for Assessing Data Integrity
Chapter 11. The Future of Data Integrity
Appendix A. Regulations and Guidelines
Glossary
List of Figures and Tables
Index

About SQA
SQA is an association of over 2,500 professionals who are dedicated to implementing Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP) across industry, government, academia, and consulting. Learn more at SQA.org.
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Overview

Throughout history, humans have recognized the importance of collecting reliable data. The Quality Assurance field is no exception, as promoting regulated life science that supports human, veterinary, and environmental health remains at the epicenter of our work.

But what defines data integrity, how does it differ from data quality, and how does it vary between regulations? What are the data integrity requirements specific to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP), and other areas in regulated life science? What are specific, practical approaches to assessing data integrity?

After deep discussion surrounding these questions, leaders from the Society of Quality Assurance (SQA) saw the need to examine data quality and data integrity within the specific context of the QA profession. They collected their findings, takeaways from many discussions, and months of research to create a practical handbook tailored for the QA discipline – a book written by Quality Assurance professionals, for Quality Assurance professionals.

A key factor within Quality Assurance is that there are distinct differences in company data integrity policies and training, in what defines data quality and data integrity, organizational unit responsibilities, data integrity challenges and information needs, and in the use of electronic systems vs. paper-based systems to collect scientific data.

Regardless of whether your system is electronic, paper-based, or hybrid, and regardless of the specific regulatory mandates of your area, this book will be your go-to reference on data integrity principles and regulations, data governance, specific auditing tips, and much more that you can apply not only within your organization, but also throughout your Quality Assurance career.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. What Is Data Integrity and Data Quality?
Chapter 2: Where Is It Written?
Chapter 3. Data Integrity Principles
Chapter 4. Roles, Responsibilities, and Stakeholders
Chapter 5. Data Governance, Classification, and Risk
Chapter 6. Data Collection, Metadata, and Audit Trails
Chapter 7. Data Integrity Challenges – Questions to Consider
Chapter 8. What Does Data Integrity Look Like?
Chapter 9. Training for Data Integrity Awareness
Chapter 10. Audit Strategies for Assessing Data Integrity
Chapter 11. The Future of Data Integrity
Appendix A. Regulations and Guidelines
Glossary
List of Figures and Tables
Index

About SQA
SQA is an association of over 2,500 professionals who are dedicated to implementing Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP) across industry, government, academia, and consulting. Learn more at SQA.org.

Product Details

BN ID: 2940184366869
Publisher: Society of Quality Assurance Learning Foundation
Publication date: 04/08/2025
Series: SQA Learning Foundation Educational Books , #1
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

Richard M. Siconolfi, MS, FRQA, is a Quality Assurance consultant with a background in toxicology and the pharmaceutical industry. He was involved in the development of a Risk-Based approached to Computer System Validation to comply with regulatory guidance on the scope and application of 21 CFR Part 11. Richie is a founding member and Past President of the Society of Quality Assurance, has served for many years on the Society's Computer Validation & Information technology Compliance Specialty Section, given numerous educational presentations, and authored/co-authored many technical articles.

Catherine Bens, MS, has expertise in inspections and audits in multiple areas of regulated science, vendor qualifications, and technical writing, with a background in regulatory, consulting, and academic fields. Cat is a Past President of the Society of Quality Assurance and a member of SQA's University Specialty Section, Animal & Veterinary Product Specialty Section, and other groups. She is a recipient of the Society's Distinguished Mentor award, having been nominated by her mentee.

Joseph A. Franchetti is a consultant and teacher on computer validation in the pharmaceutical industry, and a frequent presenter at the educational events of the Society of Quality Assurance. Joe is an SQA Past President and serves on the Society’s specialty sections for Computer Validation & Information technology Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices, and other topics.

Cheryl M. McCarthy is a Registered Quality Assurance Professional in Good Clinical Practice (RQAP-GCP) and a consultant in Quality Management System (QMS) strategy and management. Cheryl is a Past President of the Society of Quality Assurance, a regular instructor at SQA’s Quality College workshops, and serves on the Clinical Specialty Section, Pharmacovigilance Specialty Section, and other groups.

More than 70 members of the Society of Quality Assurance were selected through an application process to participate as contributing authors to Data Integrity: The Science, The Regulations, The Use. Their expertise spans multiple disciplines within Quality Assurance and represents many years of experience in regulated industry, academia, and other sectors. Each author is listed near the beginning of the book and in the chapter to which they contributed.
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