HDA & ASC Associates: Raising the Standard for GDP Compliance in Healthcare Logistics

At ASC Associates, we are proud to partner with the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) to deliver the industry-leading Good Distribution Practice (GDP) Training Program under the HDA Pharmaceutical Cargo Security Coalition (PCSC).

Together, we’ve developed a training solution designed specifically for the North American pharmaceutical supply chain, aligning with the highest global standards of compliance, quality, and security.

 

 

About the HDA GDP Training Program

Our joint GDP program provides transportation providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, distributors, and logistics professionals with essential knowledge and best practices to maintain product integrity, reduce supply chain risk, and ensure patient safety.

This comprehensive curriculum covers:

  • GDP foundations and regulatory context

  • Temperature control and cold chain management

  • Security and cargo theft prevention

  • Documentation, handling, and hygiene

  • Audit readiness and inspection expectations

Built by industry experts with decades of experience, the program combines global GDP principles with practical implementation guidance tailored to the North American market.

Why Choose ASC + HDA’s GDP Program?

  • ✅ Aligned with international standards: Our training meets and exceeds EU GDP, WHO, and USP guidelines.

  • ✅ Industry-endorsed: Backed by HDA’s PCSC, the program reflects the latest trends in security, compliance, and risk management.

  • ✅ Customisable & scalable: Delivery options include in-person, virtual, or hybrid formats for teams of any size.

  • ✅ Applicable across the supply chain: Suitable for transporters, manufacturers, shippers, and 3PLs.

FAQs: What You Need to Know

Is this program only available in the US?
No. While developed with HDA’s U.S. audience in mind, the training is based on international GDP frameworks and can be delivered globally. We work with clients across Europe, Asia, and Latin America to ensure the same high standards apply worldwide.

Is the training just for transportation providers?
Not at all. Our GDP training is designed for all participants in the healthcare supply chain. We provide dedicated sessions for manufacturers, shippers, 3PLs, and any organization looking to build stronger internal knowledge and align with regulatory and quality expectations.

What makes ASC’s training different?
We go beyond theory. Our trainers bring real-world supply chain and auditing experience, helping you apply GDP in practice, prepare for inspections, and strengthen your organization’s compliance culture.

How do I get started?
Contact us to schedule a discovery call or request a custom proposal. Whether you need to train your entire logistics network or upskill your internal compliance team, ASC is ready to support you.

 

Start Your GDP Journey Today

Don’t leave compliance and cargo integrity to chance. Partner with ASC and HDA to raise the bar for your healthcare logistics operations.
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Value for Transportation Companies

For logistics providers and carriers, participating in this program offers tangible operational and commercial advantages:

📈 Demonstrates operational quality: Provides a clear, auditable standard that reinforces your commitment to excellence.

🛒 Opens new commercial opportunities: Many pharmaceutical manufacturers and 3PLs prefer or require GDP-compliant carriers.

🚛 Educates your team: Learn the correct handling, documentation, and hygiene practices for transporting medicinal products.

⚠️ Manages risk proactively: Helps reduce customer issues through quality-driven processes and enhanced audit readiness.

Benefits for Manufacturers and Shippers

Pharmaceutical companies, wholesalers, and shippers gain confidence in their supply chain integrity by participating or requiring partners to participate in the GDP program:

📋 Maintain a list of HDA GDP Qualified Carriers: Select trusted partners who understand regulatory expectations.

🔒 Ensure standards across the chain: From loading dock to delivery, your partners are trained to uphold the same quality benchmarks.

❌ Reduce risk of failures: Minimize disruptions caused by quality, documentation, or security breaches during transport.

Importance for the Insurance Industry

Insurance providers evaluating risk in pharmaceutical logistics benefit from the transparency and consistency GDP training brings:

✅ Benchmark of good practice: Confirms that insured parties are using transportation and distribution partners who meet the highest standards.

💡 Loss prevention tool: Reduces exposure to theft, temperature excursions, and regulatory non-compliance, lowering the risk of claims.