Pharma Now Podcast Features Dr. ARM Rao on Defining Global Quality Leadership in Indian Pharma

Pharma Now has released a new podcast episode to their Voices of Pharma series, featuring Dr. ARM Rao, President and Chief Quality Officer, one of the most respected and influential voices in Indian pharmaceutical quality and regulatory leadership.

With more than 35 years of experience spanning analytical research, quality assurance, regulatory strategy, and enterprise-wide compliance, Dr. Rao has played a defining role in shaping India’s credibility in regulated global markets. In this authoritative conversation, he reflects on his journey from award-winning academic research to leading large-scale quality transformations across complex, multi-site pharmaceutical operations.

The podcast offers a leadership-level perspective on building robust, harmonized quality management systems, navigating regulatory scrutiny, and embedding a proactive quality culture across organizations. Dr. Rao shares insights from his experience in setting up greenfield facilities, leading global quality harmonization initiatives, and ensuring long-term compliance across highly regulated US and European markets.

A key focus of the discussion is the evolution of pharmaceutical quality, from reactive quality control to preventive, system-driven quality assurance. Dr. Rao explains why strong policies, standardized processes, and early adoption of digital systems such as LIMS and enterprise QMS are critical enablers of sustainable compliance and operational discipline.

The episode also addresses the realities of automation and artificial intelligence in pharmaceutical quality. Dr. Rao offers a balanced and pragmatic view on where digital tools and AI can support productivity and consistency, and where human judgment, accountability, and validation remain non-negotiable due to patient safety considerations.

Intended for pharma CXOs, quality and regulatory leaders, manufacturing heads, and senior professionals, the podcast delivers strategic insights into leadership, governance, and decision-making in one of the most regulated industries in the world.

The full podcast episode featuring Dr. ARM Rao, President and Chief Quality Officer, is now available on Pharma Now’s digital platforms.

Watch the full podcast now on Pharma Now’s YouTube channel.