Piramal Pharma Solutions Implements POD Method at Aurora API Facility

Piramal Pharma Solutions, a global CDMO, has introduced the PODs (Plan, Own, and Deliver) Project Execution System at its drug substance facility in Aurora, Canada. The implementation of this system at the Aurora site aims to execute seamless deliveries to customers amidst a growing pipeline and increased client demand.

The Aurora facility developed the PODs Project Execution System to enhance collaboration, accountability, and ownership, ensuring execution of the site’s project portfolio. The Project Execution System incorporates individual PODs, which are cross-functional teams composed of eight to ten subject matter experts from various departments, collaborating on the end-to-end execution of their assigned projects. Each POD collaborates to manage a portfolio of development and commercial projects, meeting daily in the facility’s Capsule of Creativity to align their actions with project goals, measure success metrics, and tackle challenges in real-time. 

According to the company, since launching the PODs, the Aurora facility has freed up and redeployed over 1,200 hours of employee time, significantly reduced adverse quality events, and enhanced adaptability by identifying scope changes early on.   

“We are constantly on the lookout for ways to improve our operations, and the Program Management of our client’s projects is anchored in this commitment to continuous improvement,” said Herve Berdou, Chief Operating Officer, Piramal Pharma Solutions. “The Aurora facility has embraced this journey of excellence in Delivery by strengthening its Internal Projects Teams, which they’ve locally named PODs, representing their drive to plan, own, and deliver for our clients.”