# Lack of Single-Use Standardization a Challenge for Biopharma
– Single-use systems and constituent technologies are crucial in biopharmaceutical production.
– Adoption of single-use systems in biopharmaceutical production is fueled by increased flexibility, scalability, reduced contamination risks, lower costs, improved process efficiency, and environmental sustainability.
– These systems are utilized in producing various types of medicines, such as mAbs, hormones, vaccines, cell and gene therapeutics, and ADCs.
### Author’s take:
Single-use systems play a pivotal role in biopharmaceutical production by offering numerous advantages like flexibility and cost-effectiveness. However, the lack of standardization poses a challenge for the biopharma industry, highlighting the need for streamlined guidelines to maximize the efficiency and reliability of these systems.
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