PDA 576.1 Root Cause Investigation for CAPA

New Orleans, LA
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Root Cause Investigation for CAPA teaches a proven methodology ideal for investigating any performance change. Examples: change in the performance of a product (tangible or intangible), machine or equipment, work process or system (physical or virtual), escalated customer complaints, etc.

Based upon 40+ years’ experience, this science-based methodology integrates problem solving techniques from Total Quality Management (TQM), Six Sigma, Kaizen, DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, control), 8D, as well as other techniques to identify:

  • Technical root cause(s): the change(s) that occurred
  • Systemic root cause(s): system failures that allowed the change(s) to occur
  • Corrective and/or preventive actions: restore performance to previous levels
  • Control plan: prevent recurrence

The participants learn the seven-step root cause investigation methodology through hands-on application. After each step is presented leveraging a trainer case study, the participants immediately apply the concepts on their own case study (which is based upon a real-life investigation).

Participants receive an Investigation Roadmap that details the methodology and suggests appropriate tools. They will also be emailed a set of electronic templates. These tools guide the investigator through the methodology and provide the basis for documentation.

Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to immediately, effectively, and efficiently apply the methodology to identify root causes and restore performance, saving valuable time, resources, and reputation.

For more options and/or related training courses, please visit the page(s) below.

PDA Quality and Compliance Training Courses

  1. Apply a 7-step investigation methodology to determine the root cause of a technical problem
  2. Identify the technical root cause (the change) and any systemic root causes
  3. Implement effective corrective/preventive actions
  4. Develop and implement a control plan to assure you do not have this issue again

Standard Registration

Member Price

$999

GovernmentMember Only

$699

Health AuthorityMember Only

$699

AcademicMember Only

$699

Non-Member

$1,199

See Qualifying Criteria for Member Types.

GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS: PDA will send you a confirmation letter within one week of payment being received. You must have this confirmation letter to be considered enrolled in a PDA event. If you have submitted a purchase order or requested an invoice, please be advised that a credit card guarantee is needed. PDA reserves the right to modify the material or speakers/trainers without notice or to cancel an event. If an event is cancelled, registrants will be notified by PDA immediately and will receive a credit (registration fee paid). PDA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by registrants due to cancellation. Please note that the attendee list is shared with attendees, trainers, and exhibitors and may be used to follow up on specific areas of interest after the event. Video, photo, and audio recordings are prohibited at all PDA events.

CANCELLATION: If a cancellation request is received 30 days before the event, a credit (registration fee paid minus a 200.00 USD/EUR processing fee) will be given. No credits will be given for cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event. Cancellation requests must be emailed to registration@pda.org.

Day 1

Training courses generally run from 8:30 to 16:00 each day unless noted on the agenda. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Agenda is subject to change.

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Rate: $255 USD for single/double occupancy, plus state and local taxes
Cut-Off Date: Friday, 03 March 2023 (after this date the discounted PDA rate is no longer guaranteed)
Check-In: 16:00
Check-Out: 11:00

Reservations

Online: Click on the reservation link above
Phone: +1 (504) 561-1234, make sure to give the PDA Group Code, G-PDAA, to receive the discounted conference rate

Individual Cancellation

72 hours prior to 23:59 local time of the day of arrival to check-in to avoid one night fee. Obtaining and canceling hotel reservations is the responsibility of the meeting participant. Individuals will be responsible for payment of their own cancellation fees.


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