Quality That Works: Pragmatism Over Perfection
QA & Compliance sessions:
Join senior QA leaders, compliance specialists, and regulators for three days of practical insights that transform inspection readiness into a competitive advantage. Stop chasing theoretical perfection and start implementing quality that genuinely works.
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Expert-Led Sessions Addressing Your Most Pressing Challenges
1
Inspection Readiness with Regulators
Day 1, 11:00 (90 minutes)
Learn directly from those who conduct inspections how to prepare effectively without overwhelming your team. This interactive session provides insider perspectives on what regulators actually look for versus common misconceptions that waste resources.
2
Fight the Fear: Laboratory Audits & Validation
Day 2, 15.30 (90 minutes)
This interactive and supportive workshop demystifies laboratory oversight and method validation. Using pragmatic, risk-based approaches and real-life scenarios, delegates will gain confidence, clarity, and adaptable principles for any research environment.
3
Proportional Response to Inspection Hot Topics
Day 3, 08:00 (60 minutes)
The GLP Committee partners with MHRA representatives to address current regulatory focal points. The focus will be on identifying pragmatic, risk-proportional solutions and opportunities to re-think responses to recurring, long-standing challenges.
Why Attend the QA & Compliance Sessions?
1
Reduce Inspection Risk
Gain direct insight from regulatory professionals on current focus areas and practical mitigation strategies. Our sessions prioritise actionable approaches over theoretical compliance ideals.
2
Practical Tools & Templates
Leave with audit frameworks, validation approaches, and documentation examples you can implement immediately. All materials are vetted by practising QA professionals for real-world applicability.
3
Industry Benchmarking
Compare your quality approaches with peers across pharmaceuticals, CROs, and related industries. Identify where you're ahead—and where targeted improvements will yield the greatest benefit.
Connect with Industry Leaders
The RQA conference offers unparalleled networking opportunities with fellow professionals who face the same challenges you do. Move beyond theoretical discussions to practical problem-solving with peers who understand your regulatory landscape.
Welcome Reception
Begin forging valuable connections from day one at our exclusive Welcome Reception. Meet speakers, regulators and fellow attendees in a relaxed environment designed to facilitate meaningful conversation.
VIP Networking Sessions
Participate in structured networking roundtables focused on specific compliance challenges. These facilitated discussions ensure you connect with precisely the right people to address your most pressing concerns.
Evening Socials
Continue conversations in a more informal setting at our evening social events. These gatherings have historically sparked collaborative initiatives and valuable professional relationships that extend far beyond the conference.
Who You'll Meet
The RQA conference attracts a diverse yet focused group of professionals responsible for quality assurance and regulatory compliance across pharmaceutical companies, CROs, biotechnology firms, and regulatory bodies.
2024 RQA Conference Attendees Per Continent

Quality Assurance Directors
Senior QA leaders responsible for organisational quality strategy, inspection readiness, and regulatory relationships. Connect with peers facing similar strategic challenges and resource constraints.
Compliance Specialists
Professionals tasked with implementing GxP compliance programmes and preparing for regulatory inspections. Exchange practical approaches to maintaining compliance without operational disruption.
Regulatory Professionals
Representatives from regulatory bodies and professionals managing regulatory affairs within organisations. Gain insight into evolving regulatory expectations and interpretation of guidelines.
Auditors
Internal and external auditors seeking to enhance their audit approaches and effectiveness. Discover methods to add genuine value through the audit process rather than simply identifying deficiencies.
Secure Your Place Today
Attendance at the conference is limited to ensure meaningful interaction with speakers and fellow delegates.
400
Maximum Delegates
Limited places to ensure quality discussions and networking opportunities
70+
Expert Speakers
Senior practitioners and regulators with proven practical experience
9 out of 10
Satisfaction Rate
Previous attendees who would recommend to colleagues
Have questions? Contact our team at conferences@therqa.com.