Quality by Design (QbD) & Critical-to-Quality (CtQ)

Core principles of ICH E6(R3) that focus on building quality into a trial from the outset. QbD emphasizes proactive, structured planning, while CtQ factors identify the specific elements most critical to participant safety and reliable results. Sponsors must demonstrate how these principles are embedded across systems, oversight, technology, and operational execution.

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