TAKE Solutions : opens its first Pharmacovigilance peer network with PVIndia

Chennai/Mumbai, March 07, 2016: TAKE Solutions, today announced the first meet of PVIndia, a unique pharmacovigilance peer network, organized and managed by one of TAKE's Life Sciences division, Navitas. PVIndia is a membership based network of emerging global pharma companies from India to meet and discuss some of the Industry's common challenges in Pharmacovigilance (Drug Safety).

Highlights of PVNet

• A neutral platform for Heads of Drug Safety from India to meet
• Peer-to-peer network and insight exchange
• Focus on member interests, debate 'top of mind' issues
• Share and develop strategies and best practices
• Build profile and industry voice

The inaugural meeting was attended by 25 Drug Safety professionals representing 14 Indian pharmaceutical and global pharmaceutical companies. The key discussion topics at the event were, Global harmonization of regulations, how companies adapt to a variety of international regulations and Inspection Readiness. Navitas plans to organize 2nd edition of PVIndia in the month of October.

Commenting on PVIndia inaugural meeting, Mr. Ram Yeleswarapu, President & CEO, TAKE Solutions said 'We are pleased to announce the introduction of our networks to India. The scale and convenience of collaboration facilitated by the network meets will explore and help generate new solutions to the challenges faced by players in the Indian Pharma landscape.' He added, 'The ambition for PVIndia is to become an active think tank to improve safety practices across India, in order to ensure the ongoing protection of public health and increase awareness of the importance of Drug Safety amongst Healthcare Professionals and Patients.'

'I am glad to be a part of the inaugural meet of PVIndia. At times when Indian companies like their colleagues in the US and EU are frequented by Inspectors of internal Health Authorities, there exists significant strain on any organization. Being prepared for any inspection is a priority for the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry in such scenarios' said Dr. K. Bangarurajan, Deputy Drugs Controller of the CDSCO West. He further added, 'PVIndia will help companies to prepare for inspections triggered by these regulations.'

About TAKE Solutions:

TAKE Solutions, is a globally recognized knowledge intensive technology player, delivering comprehensive and niche solutions for enterprises across diverse sectors for over 15 years, with key expertise in Life Sciences (LS) and Supply Chain Management (SCM). In the LS domain, TAKE offers IP-based software and extensive knowledge-based solutions to enable efficient clinical, regulatory, safety and content management. In SCM, TAKE's product suite includes distinct technology with embedded IP that spans enterprise mobility, trading partner collaboration, and material tracking.

TAKE encompasses specialized lines of businesses under distinct brands such as Navitas - an IP driven Life Sciences solutions company, Ecron Acunova - a specialized provider of Clinical Services to both Pharma & Biotech companies, Intelent - an expert in Life Sciences Big Data, TAKE Supply Chain & TAKE MEA - flexible, accessible, mobile Supply Chain software solution providers, APA Engineering - an International e-Sourcing and Engineering services company, TAKE Innovations - an incubator to facilitate IP Creation and TAKE Enterprise Services Inc. - a specialist provider of technology-driven business solutions and software services. TAKE's significant recognitions include a patent win from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its 'Method for Optimizing Clinical Data Standardization', a 'Leader' certification in Drug Safety Services & Life Sciences R&D IT Outsourcing from IDC, recognition as the 'Dream Employer of the Year' at the World HRD Congress and the title of 'Most Admired Brand -IT' from the Asian Customer Engagement Forum. With its global headquarters in Chennai, India, TAKE has a proven track record of delivering world-class solutions to more than 400 customers worldwide, including 9 of the top 10 global Pharma companies. For more information, please visit www.takesolutions.com.

Contacts:

Annapoorna K, TAKE Solutions, [phone]/60, [e-mail]
Murugan G, 20:20 MSL, [phone], [e-mail]