On January 14, 2026, the first stage of the “What is GMP” (Good Manufacturing Practice) training course for the center’s employees was held in the assembly hall of the Analytical Expertise Center (AEC) of the Ministry of Health of Azerbaijan. The training, was conducted by Hamid Gurbanov, Head of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Department of AEC. The training course was dedicated to the basic principles of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), quality management principles, regulatory requirements and their practical application in pharmaceutical activities. The course provided participants with an opportunity to familiarize themselves with an overview of regulatory requirements and the responsibilities of personnel in maintaining a high-quality culture.
The topics of the first phase of the training were as follows:
- Introduction to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements (for finished products)
- Purpose, principles and importance of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Elements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for ready-to-use medicinal products
- Documentation, registration and audit requirements within the framework of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
The aim of the training was to strengthen professional competence, ensure compliance with international Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and support continuous improvement of quality and safety processes at the Center. At the end of the event, numerous questions from the participants were answered.
