February 5, 2026
by Betsy Rogers, Senior Product Manager, AI/ML, MasterControl
Managing SOP compliance is increasingly time-consuming, manual, and reactive for quality teams operating in regulated environments. Learn how the new AI-powered SOP Analyzer tool helps identify compliance gaps faster, reduces review burdens, and supports audit readiness.
February 4, 2026
by Jake Ure, Sr. Product Manager, MasterControl
Your QA teams are buried in manual batch reviews while patients wait for therapies. Discover how digital batch disposition transforms this critical bottleneck into a strategic advantage—with practical principles from BioPhorum’s Batch Disposition Manifesto and actionable steps any organization can implement today.
According to LNS Research's independent analysis, MasterControl ranks No. 1 in Growth Potential among Enterprise Quality Management Software (EQMS) vendors. Learn what sets the data-first platform apart and how to select the right quality management solution for your organization.
Most AI initiatives stall at the pilot phase. Discover the AI trends transforming life sciences manufacturing in 2026—from specialized workforce copilots to computer vision achieving 99% accuracy in quality operations.
Life sciences manufacturers are slashing unplanned downtime by 50% with AI-driven predictive maintenance. Explore this and the other critical trends transforming asset management from a reactive cost center into a strategic competitive advantage.
Stuck between basic EBR systems that don't do enough and expensive MES platforms that do too much? Most pharma manufacturers are trapped in this uncomfortable middle ground, struggling with data silos, higher error rates, and systems that can't keep up with modern production demands. Discover the emerging solution category that's helping pharma manufacturers bridge this gap and get an evaluation framework to choose the right fit for you.
MasterControl has been named the No. 1 MES and No. 1 QMS on G2 for Winter 2026—recognition earned entirely through verified customer reviews. Manufacturing and quality teams report measurable results: faster audit inspections, reduced manual errors, seamless operational execution, and audit-ready compliance without compromise. Discover why your industry peers rated MasterControl solutions the best for usability, support, and user adoption.
Zero CDMOs have achieved full digital integration with sponsors, yet 92% report sponsors are raising digital requirements in negotiations. The window between "nice to have" and "deal-breaker" is closing fast. In this exclusive MasterControl-PharmaSource survey of 50-plus global CDMOs, discover why nearly three fourths of contract manufacturers struggle with digital transformation, which AI applications show the biggest impact vs. implementation gap, and what separates digital leaders from laggards.
The era of incremental digital change in the medical device industry is over. Digital transformation is now a regulatory mandate, with five intersecting trends reshaping quality management in the industry. From the QMSR go-live to AI governance frameworks and the "inspection-anytime" reality, quality leaders face an unprecedented convergence of compliance pressures. Discover the most critical trends demanding your attention now and learn why a connected quality ecosystem is no longer optional.
MasterControl has earned the 2026 TrustRadius Buyer's Choice Award, a recognition based on verified customer reviews rating us best in capabilities, value for price, and customer relationships. Learn how life sciences professionals are achieving big efficiency gains, eliminating paper-based processes, and maintaining compliance without complexity through our award-winning quality and manufacturing solutions. Read authentic customer testimonials revealing measurable results—from reducing batch record creation time by 70% to consolidating hundreds of SKUs into optimized digital workflows.
In the medical device industry, the data is clear: physician trust drives prescribing behavior, accelerates market adoption, and protects market share during competitive pressure. Are you building trust or losing ground? Learn how what manufacturers can do to gain physician confidence in their medical devices.
The life sciences landscape is rapidly converging, making isolated systems a relic of the past. Are you ready for the intelligent operations of 2026? This post dives into the three powerful forces that are fundamentally rewiring how pharma and med device companies thrive. Discover why a connected foundation is non-negotiable for compliance, innovation, and empowering your workforce.
The FDA's transition to the QMSR is creating a turning point for CDMOs in the medical device industry. Traditional quality systems can't keep pace with complexity, but AI offers a transformative solution. Discover how AI-powered quality management helps CDMOs navigate QMSR and ISO 13485 compliance and turn regulatory challenges into a competitive advantage.
Unlock physician trust! This blog post reveals how transparent data is now critical for pharma manufacturers. Beyond compliance, digital solutions transform operational insights into verifiable evidence of quality, building physician confidence and a competitive edge. Dive in to understand why data visibility is the ultimate trust imperative in the evolving health care landscape.
AI tools can transform life sciences training from a compliance burden to a performance driver. AI-powered solutions are standardizing knowledge, eliminating inconsistencies across global workforces, and leveraging advanced analytics to identify skill gaps. Discover the strategic imperative of AI for consistent quality and operational excellence.
The CGT M&A landscape is booming, but manufacturing readiness is now key to valuation. Discover why digital maturity, robust CGT manufacturing, and advanced cell therapy software, including MES for cell and gene therapy, are critical for attracting acquirers. Uncover the challenges and competitive advantages in this blog post – your essential guide to maximizing M&A appeal.
Government shutdowns pose immense risks for enterprise life sciences, from escalating documentation errors to fragmented systems. Discover how large enterprises can fortify operations against these disruptions. Learn strategies for navigating regulatory uncertainty, ensuring compliance, and maintaining operational continuity with robust enterprise solutions.
Revolutionize quality control with AI-powered visual inspection. Discover how regulated industries are overcoming manual limitations to achieve near-perfect accuracy (up to 99.86%). Take a closer look at AI's transformative impact on quality management, its integration with MES, and how MasterControl solutions empower a smarter, compliant manufacturing future.
With 81% of physicians questioning drug quality, discover how digital manufacturing platforms are rebuilding trust by enabling transparency, reducing errors, and ensuring consistency. Learn how connected systems slash batch release times from months to days while delivering the manufacturing excellence physicians demand before confidently prescribing medications to their patients.
Struggling with ISO 15189 compliance and manual quality systems? Discover how risk-based quality management, powered by MasterControl's digital tools, transforms life sciences labs. Learn to streamline nonconformance, boost efficiency, and achieve robust compliance with advanced lab management software. Ready to revolutionize your quality processes? Read the full article for practical guidance!
