Remote Assessments A Welcome Option For US FDA, But They’re Not Every Firm’s First Choice
Executive Summary
“We're looking to expand the use of this tool make it a more routine part of our operations going forward,” says Michael Dutcher, deputy director, ORA Office of Human and Animal Food Operations. “In general, the response from industry has been pretty positive” about RRAs.
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