Compliance in pharmaceutical companies involves following all regulatory, legal, and ethical standards throughout drug development, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution. It ensures products are safe, effective, and high-quality while promoting transparency and accountability. A strong compliance program embedded across all operations helps companies handle audits, prevent penalties, and maintain patient trust.

A HIPAA violation happens when a healthcare organization fails to properly safeguard a patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI), whether through unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. These breaches—intentional or accidental—can result in serious legal and financial penalties. To prevent such incidents, it’s critical for organizations to ensure full compliance with HIPAA’s strict data protection requirements.