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pharmacovigilance expertise

SMPV Limited specialises in senior pharmacovigilance consulting, focusing on inspection readiness, governance, MAH oversight, and system control. Our expertise supports pharmaceutical and biotech organisations in demonstrating clarity, control, and confidence across their pharmacovigilance systems in alignment with EMA, MHRA, and FDA expectations.

Always‑Ready PV Framework

A Modern Approach to Pharmacovigilance System Governance

1. What the Always‑Ready PV Framework Is


The Always‑Ready PV Framework is a structured approach to pharmacovigilance system governance designed to ensure inspection readiness year-round through clarity, control, and confidence.


2. What Regulators Expect


Regulators increasingly assess whether organisations understand how their pharmacovigilance system operates in practice, can demonstrate clear ownership and escalation, maintain consistent MAH oversight across vendors, and document decisions coherently.


3. Common Weaknesses We See


Across inspections, we routinely observe fragmented governance, unclear delegated responsibilities, mismatches between documented and operational systems, scattered evidence, and PSMFs that do not reflect reality.


4. What the Framework Delivers


This framework delivers clear system maps and RACIs, a predictable governance cadence, aligned vendor oversight, coherent inspection narratives, and sustainable, defensible compliance, all of which can significantly benefit companies seeking pharmacovigilance consulting.

Our Services

We offer services based on your journey. Discover our services based on your needs and inspection status (whether announced/confirmed or not). 

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Inspection Readiness

A Complete Guide for EMA, MHRA & FDA Expectations

1. What the Always‑Ready PV Framework Is


The Always‑Ready PV Framework is a structured approach to pharmacovigilance system governance designed to ensure inspection readiness year-round through clarity, control, and confidence.


2. What Regulators Expect


Regulators increasingly assess whether organisations understand how their pharmacovigilance system operates in practice, can demonstrate clear ownership and escalation, maintain consistent MAH oversight across vendors, and document decisions coherently.


3. Common Weaknesses We See


Across inspections, we routinely observe fragmented governance, unclear delegated responsibilities, mismatches between documented and operational systems, scattered evidence, and PSMFs that do not reflect reality.


4. What the Framework Delivers


This framework delivers clear system maps and RACIs, a predictable governance cadence, aligned vendor oversight, coherent inspection narratives, and sustainable, defensible compliance, all of which can significantly benefit companies seeking pharmacovigilance consulting.

Our Approach

Whether you are expecting an inspection or not, inspection readiness starts with you. From process and system designs to improvements, evaluate your level of compliance now.

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Vendor Oversight & Governance

How to Build a High‑Control, Low‑Friction Oversight Model

1. What the Always‑Ready PV Framework Is


The Always‑Ready PV Framework is a structured approach to pharmacovigilance system governance designed to ensure inspection readiness year-round through clarity, control, and confidence.


2. What Regulators Expect


Regulators increasingly assess whether organisations understand how their pharmacovigilance system operates in practice, can demonstrate clear ownership and escalation, maintain consistent MAH oversight across vendors, and document decisions coherently.


3. Common Weaknesses We See


Across inspections, we routinely observe fragmented governance, unclear delegated responsibilities, mismatches between documented and operational systems, scattered evidence, and PSMFs that do not reflect reality.


4. What the Framework Delivers


This framework delivers clear system maps and RACIs, a predictable governance cadence, aligned vendor oversight, coherent inspection narratives, and sustainable, defensible compliance, all of which can significantly benefit companies seeking pharmacovigilance consulting.

Control review

End-to-end process review allows a holistic evaluation of your system for strong governance and compliance.

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PSMF Guide

Clarity, Coherence & Operational Reality

1. What the Always‑Ready PV Framework Is


The Always‑Ready PV Framework is a structured approach to pharmacovigilance system governance designed to ensure inspection readiness year-round through clarity, control, and confidence.


2. What Regulators Expect


Regulators increasingly assess whether organisations understand how their pharmacovigilance system operates in practice, can demonstrate clear ownership and escalation, maintain consistent MAH oversight across vendors, and document decisions coherently.


3. Common Weaknesses We See


Across inspections, we routinely observe fragmented governance, unclear delegated responsibilities, mismatches between documented and operational systems, scattered evidence, and PSMFs that do not reflect reality.


4. What the Framework Delivers


This framework delivers clear system maps and RACIs, a predictable governance cadence, aligned vendor oversight, coherent inspection narratives, and sustainable, defensible compliance, all of which can significantly benefit companies seeking pharmacovigilance consulting.

Be Ready

Start with a quick snap shot review of the document to assess areas of improvements and risks straight away. 

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Pharmacovigilance Expertise

Pharmacovigilance System

Pharmacovigilance System

Pharmacovigilance System

SMPV Limited specialises in senior pharmacovigilance consulting, focusing on inspection readiness, governance, MAH oversight, and system control. Our expertise supports pharmaceutical and biotech organisations in demonstrating clarity, control, and confidence across their pharmacovigilance systems in alignment with EMA, MHRA, and FDA expectations.

Inspection Readiness

Pharmacovigilance System

Pharmacovigilance System

Inspection readiness in pharmacovigilance refers to an organization's capability to demonstrate, at any time, that its pharmacovigilance system is understood, controlled, and functioning as intended. This encompasses internal teams as well as all external stakeholders, including business partners and contracted vendors, under the umbrella of MAH oversight. Engaging pharmacovigilance consulting can further enhance this readiness.

MAH Oversight

Pharmacovigilance System

Vendor Oversight

MAH oversight encompasses the retained responsibility of the Marketing Authorisation Holder to actively govern, monitor, and control all pharmacovigilance activities, including those delegated to third parties such as business partners, vendors, or subcontractors, ensuring inspection readiness at all times. This is where pharmacovigilance consulting can play a crucial role in maintaining compliance and oversight.

Vendor Oversight

PSMF (Pharmacovigilance System Master File)

Vendor Oversight

Vendor oversight is the structured framework by which the MAH ensures that delegated pharmacovigilance activities, including those performed by subcontracted vendors, are conducted in alignment with regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and the MAH’s own pharmacovigilance system design. This robust framework also emphasizes the importance of inspection readiness to maintain compliance and effectiveness in pharmacovigilance consulting.

PSMF (Pharmacovigilance System Master File)

PSMF (Pharmacovigilance System Master File)

PSMF (Pharmacovigilance System Master File)

The PSMF serves as the formal description of the pharmacovigilance system, and it is essential for it to accurately reflect how the system operates, particularly in terms of governance structures, processes, and delegated activities associated with pharmacovigilance. Moreover, to ensure inspection readiness and effective MAH oversight, these documents should be meticulously maintained. For further details on the EU GVP definition, please refer to: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/scientific-guideline/guideline-good-pharmacovigilance-practices-annex-i-definitions-rev-5_en.pdf. Additionally, pharmacovigilance consulting can provide valuable insights on optimizing these processes.

PSMF Coherence

PSMF (Pharmacovigilance System Master File)

PSMF (Pharmacovigilance System Master File)

PSMF coherence describes the degree to which the PSMF aligns with real operational practice. A coherent PSMF is consistent with the established Pharmacovigilance System and supports inspection readiness by reflecting governance decisions, SOPs, and the roles of vendor and business partners. Effective MAH oversight is also vital, ensuring that all components align with best practices in pharmacovigilance consulting and inspection narratives.

Governance Cadence

Governance Cadence

Governance Cadence

Governance cadence is the regular, documented rhythm through which pharmacovigilance consulting decisions, MAH oversight activities, escalation, and risk management are conducted and controlled, ensuring inspection readiness at all times.

Micro‑Failures

Governance Cadence

Governance Cadence

Micro‑failures are small but systemic weaknesses in PV systems — such as unclear ownership, undocumented decisions, or inconsistent MAH oversight — that individually may seem minor but can cumulatively affect inspection readiness and lead to adverse inspection findings, highlighting the importance of effective pharmacovigilance consulting.

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