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“The response to the GDP Program has been astounding,” said Chuck Forsaith, Vice President of HDA's PCSC. “I congratulate KL Harring, Baylor Trucking, Tucker Company Worldwide, Prime Inc., as well as DeSpir Logistics, for their initiative and leadership. The dedication of their employees throughout the assessment process is a shining example of this industry’s commitment to supply chain safety and security.”
Since the GDP’s launch a year ago, ASC Associates Ltd, a firm with extensive experience developing and implementing GDP training programs in Europe, has partnered with the PCSC to develop and administer the program.
“These GDP-accredited companies are well positioned to take on the challenges facing the pharmaceutical supply chain,” said Henry Moran, Chief Operating Officer of ASC Associates Ltd and advisory board member of the PCSC. “Several companies are currently training to become accredited in the coming months, and we continue to hear from organizations who are interested in participating in the program. I look forward to continuing ASC Associates’ partnership with Chuck and the PCSC’s GDP Program this year.”
The GDP Accreditation Program provides pharmaceutical supply chain stakeholders, primarily those providing vendor services, the ability to demonstrate familiarization and adherence to recognized GDP operational and training criteria. Complying with these standards can help mitigate distribution deviations.
Companies may apply to the program, and if accepted, applicants will undergo an assessment process based upon a set of standards, including those of the European Medicines Agency. Upon successful completion of the assessment and training process, an accreditation standing will be awarded by HDA (valid for two years, with an option for renewal).
The GDP program will be discussed at the HDA PCSC Educational Seminar on April 14-16 in Whippany, New Jersey.
For more information on the GDP program, click here.
PCSC’s GDP Program Adds Four Accredited Companies
April 10, 2025 The Healthcare Distribution Alliance’s (HDA) Pharmaceutical Cargo Security Coalition (PCSC) announced its Good Distribution Practices (GDP) Accreditation Program has accredited four new companies: KL Harring, Baylor Trucking, Tucker Company Worldwide and Prime Inc. The companies have completed all the necessary training and assessment requirements and join DeSpir Logistics as fully accredited through the program. “The response to the GDP Program has been astounding,” said Chuck Forsaith, Vice President of HDA's PCSC. “I congratulate KL Harring, Baylor Trucking, Tucker Company Worldwide, Prime Inc., as well as DeSpir Logistics, for their initiative and leadership. The dedication of their employees throughout the assessment process is a shining example of this industry’s commitment to supply chain safety and security.”
Since the GDP’s launch a year ago, ASC Associates Ltd, a firm with extensive experience developing and implementing GDP training programs in Europe, has partnered with the PCSC to develop and administer the program.
“These GDP-accredited companies are well positioned to take on the challenges facing the pharmaceutical supply chain,” said Henry Moran, Chief Operating Officer of ASC Associates Ltd and advisory board member of the PCSC. “Several companies are currently training to become accredited in the coming months, and we continue to hear from organizations who are interested in participating in the program. I look forward to continuing ASC Associates’ partnership with Chuck and the PCSC’s GDP Program this year.”
The GDP Accreditation Program provides pharmaceutical supply chain stakeholders, primarily those providing vendor services, the ability to demonstrate familiarization and adherence to recognized GDP operational and training criteria. Complying with these standards can help mitigate distribution deviations.
Companies may apply to the program, and if accepted, applicants will undergo an assessment process based upon a set of standards, including those of the European Medicines Agency. Upon successful completion of the assessment and training process, an accreditation standing will be awarded by HDA (valid for two years, with an option for renewal).
The GDP program will be discussed at the HDA PCSC Educational Seminar on April 14-16 in Whippany, New Jersey.
For more information on the GDP program, click here.
ABOUT THE PHARMACEUTICAL CARGO SECURITY COALITION
HDA’s Pharmaceutical Cargo Security Coalition offers supply chain security intelligence; access to contacts from industry, government and vendor trade disciplines; physical and supply chain security assessments; a reference library of supply chain security publications, articles and related documents; as well as opportunities to attend educational events. Primarily (but not exclusively) focused on the pharmaceutical industry, PCSC provides useful insights for anyone interested in supply chain security.
ABOUT THE HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION ALLIANCE
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) represents primary pharmaceutical distributors — the vital link between the nation’s pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics and others nationwide. Since 1876, HDA has helped members navigate regulations and innovations to get the right medicines to the right patients at the right time, safely and efficiently. The HDA Research Foundation, HDA’s nonprofit charitable foundation, serves the healthcare industry by providing research and education focused on priority healthcare supply chain issues.
ABOUT ASC ASSOCIATES
ASC is a leading global pharmaceutical logistics consultant committed to ensuring quality, security, and compliance within the supply chain. Through a hands-on approach and profound industry knowledge, ASC collaborates closely with stakeholders to offer bespoke solutions. From supply chain security assessments to compliance consulting, businesses are empowered to excel under ASC's guidance. Moreover, ASC contributes to advancing the development of transportation programs that adhere to the highest Good Distribution Practices (GDP) regulatory standards. ASC has educated thousands of industry professionals through its proprietary training, reinforcing its dedication to advancing pharmaceutical logistics.
HDA’s Pharmaceutical Cargo Security Coalition offers supply chain security intelligence; access to contacts from industry, government and vendor trade disciplines; physical and supply chain security assessments; a reference library of supply chain security publications, articles and related documents; as well as opportunities to attend educational events. Primarily (but not exclusively) focused on the pharmaceutical industry, PCSC provides useful insights for anyone interested in supply chain security.
ABOUT THE HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTION ALLIANCE
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) represents primary pharmaceutical distributors — the vital link between the nation’s pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics and others nationwide. Since 1876, HDA has helped members navigate regulations and innovations to get the right medicines to the right patients at the right time, safely and efficiently. The HDA Research Foundation, HDA’s nonprofit charitable foundation, serves the healthcare industry by providing research and education focused on priority healthcare supply chain issues.
ABOUT ASC ASSOCIATES
ASC is a leading global pharmaceutical logistics consultant committed to ensuring quality, security, and compliance within the supply chain. Through a hands-on approach and profound industry knowledge, ASC collaborates closely with stakeholders to offer bespoke solutions. From supply chain security assessments to compliance consulting, businesses are empowered to excel under ASC's guidance. Moreover, ASC contributes to advancing the development of transportation programs that adhere to the highest Good Distribution Practices (GDP) regulatory standards. ASC has educated thousands of industry professionals through its proprietary training, reinforcing its dedication to advancing pharmaceutical logistics.