FDA 21 CFR Part 11 was established by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure the authenticity, integrity, and confidentiality of electronic records and electronic signatures.

This part of the regulation governs how electronic records and signatures are managed and utilized to ensure data integrity in Life Science industries, such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnological, and other FDA-regulated industries.

On this page, we will discuss the different parts and requirements of the 21 CFR Part 11, and explain how TilliT supports life sciences manufacturers to ensure compliance as they transform from paper to digital processes.

21 CFR Part 11 denotes the eleventh section of Title 21 in the Code of Federal Regulations, established by the US Food and Drug Administration. These directives specifically address electronic records, including electronic batch records and device history records, along with electronic signatures. The aim is to establish criteria by which these digital compliance processes can be deemed as trustworthy as physical signatures on paper documents.

This segment of the regulations, known as Part 11, serves as a guide for manufacturers, focusing on the integrity and confidentiality of electronic data and documents. It creates a framework where parties involved can confidently acknowledge and validate electronic signatures without dispute.

In addition to electronic documents, this regulation extends its scope to encompass various forms of digital content, such as images, sound files, source code, and videos. Ultimately, 21 CFR Part 11 empowers life sciences manufacturers to streamline their processes, reducing the complexity associated with traditional paper document management.

The requirements outlined in 21 CFR Part 11 establish the standards by which electronic records, electronic signatures, and handwritten signatures on electronic records are deemed trustworthy, dependable, and equivalent to their paper-based counterparts.