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10/14/2026
ISTA CC 301 | User Requirement Specification (URS) to Operational Qualification (OQ)
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET (UTC-04:00)
Instructor: Carolyn Williamson, ISTA Pharma Committee Board Member
Course Overview
Learn how to develop, qualify, and implement a temperature-controlled shipping program from User Requirement Specification (URS) through Operational Qualification (OQ). This course takes the fundamentals of ISTA CC 201 and puts it into practice.
Course Topics
How to create a robust URS
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Highlight both major and minor attributes of a URS
How to design and implement your OQ process
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Highlight the design qualification tests
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Execution of an OQ protocol
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Documentation, including:
- Test Protocols and Reports
- Temperature Recording Device Settings
- Operational SOP/WIs
- Staff training
- How to select and implement a pre-qualified shipper
- Navigating Change Control to Implement your Qualified System
- Lessons Learned on Implementing a Qualified Shipping System
- Case Studies
Registration Rates
ISTA Member Rate: $495
Non-Member Rate: $625
Instructor
Carolyn Williamson has 20 years’ experience in supply chain qualification spanning the development and commercial components in both pharmaceutical and biologics space. Carolyn has been active in this space within the industry throughout her career and currently is serving on the ISTA Pharma Committee Board. Carolyn transferred her career to a consulting role in 2019 as President of Parenteral Supply Chain offering her the freedom to work on every aspect of the supply chain from Mile 1 to the Last Mile. Carolyn is certified as a Project Management Professional. She holds a B.S. degree from The Catholic University of America and an M.B.A. degree from LeMoyne College.
ISTA PDP Recertification Credit: 20 points
Location: Live Virtual
Registration ends on 10/14/2026
10/21/2026
ISTA Packaging Dynamics Professional (ISTA PDP) Certification
Date: Wednesday, October 21Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET (UTC-04:00)
Instructor: Larry Dull, ISTA Instructor
Course Overview
This live virtual training covers all six courses required to earn the ISTA Packaging Dynamics Professional ( ISTA PDP) Certification. Participants who successfully complete the coursework and pass the certification exams will earn the ISTA PDP certification.
Courses Included
PDP 101: Principles of Distribution Packaging is an introduction to various topics that affect distribution package design. Topics include understanding the various levels of packaging, corrugated fundamentals, sustainability, and the implications of packaging decisions. The hazards of supply chains, transportation modes, and different commerce channels will also be discussed.
The training objectives for this course include:
- A better understanding of the roles of the different layers of packaging in distribution
- An understanding of the fundamentals of corrugated and making sustainable packaging decisions
- An understanding of the importance of preshipment testing and the role ISTA plays in the development & implementation of test standards
- An understanding of various commerce and supply chain channels
- A better understanding of the decision-making process related to packaging design and sustainability
- PDP 201: Atmospheric & Compression Hazards in Transit
- PDP 202: Shock & Drop Hazards in Transit
- PDP 203: Vibration Hazards in Transit
- PDP 204: Test Laboratory Operations & Instrumentation
- PDP 205: Test Procedures & Enhanced Simulation Testing
Certification Exams
Certification exams are completed through ISTA's online learning system. Participants receive access to all course materials, video presentations, and supporting documentation to prepare for the exam. Each course includes an exam at the conclusion of the training content. Participants have up to 120 days following the training to complete the certification exams.
Registration Rates
ISTA Member Rate: $1,350
Non-Member Rate: $1,950
Student Rate: $1,200
Location: Virtual Training
4/19/2027 - 4/21/2027
Questions about registering?
Contact Lisa Bonsignore, ISTA VP of Events at lisa@ista.org or (517) 325-0434
| Early-bird Rate (Ends February 01) |
Regular Rate | |
| ISTA Member | $1,625 | $1,750 |
| Non-Member | $1,750 | $1,875 |
| Educator | $1,275 | $1,275 |
| Student | $975 | $975 |
Pre-Forum Training
Training fees are extra and not included in the forum registration rate. Enroll in a training course through the forum registration process.
- ISTA Packaging Dynamics Professional Certification (ISTA PDP)
- CC 201 | Introduction to BioPharma Cold Chain
- CC 301 | User Requirement Specification (URS) to Operational Qualification (OQ)
Policies
- Attendee: After registering for TransPack or TempPack, if you have no replacement and need to cancel the registration, you must do so in writing by email to lisa@ista.org, to be received no later than 5:00pm EST, March 01, 2027, to obtain a full refund of registration fees. After this cancellation deadline, only 50% of the registration fee will be refunded. We reserve the right to cancel or change a topic or speaker.
- Policy on Industry-Sponsored Social or Educational Events: No commercial, institutional, social or educational event may be held at the Forums venue between Monday, April 19, 2027 and Wednesday, April 21, 2027.
Location: Hyatt Regency Miami
Miami, FL
4/19/2027 - 4/21/2027
Becoming an ISTA Forum Sponsor is more than a commitment; it's a strategic investment in the future of transport packaging. Your sponsorship enables us to provide essential opportunities, such as these events, for vital knowledge exchange, empowering research initiatives and strengthening industry standards.
Location: Hyatt Regency Miami
Miami, FL
There are currently 29 spots remaining out of 30
4/19/2028 - 4/19/2027
Get a head start on your education with our special in-person training sessions for the popular Packaging Dynamics Professional (ISTA PDP) Certification and Cold Chain courses, offered ahead of the ISTA Forum USA on Monday, April 19th! Whether you're an experienced packaging professional looking to broaden your expertise or a newcomer seeking to gain essential knowledge, these training courses, led by industry experts, are great options to meet your specific needs.
Training fees are discounted with ISTA Forum USA registration.
Contact Elizabeth Webb if you need your ISTA Training and ISTA Forum Europe invoices combined.
Packaging Dynamics Professional (ISTA PDP) Certification
| Registration Option | ISTA Member | Non-Member | Student |
|---|---|---|---|
| With Forum Registration | $1,050 | $1,650 | $950 |
| PDP Only (No Forum) | $1,350 | $1,950 | $1,200 |
Students may optionally register for PDP 101 for $75 USD.
CC 201 | Introduction to BioPharma Cold Chain & CC 301 | URS to OQ
| Registration Option | ISTA Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single CC Course with Forum Registration | $450 | $495 | |
| Both CC Courses with Forum Registration | $850 | $950 | |
| Single CC Course (No Forum) | $495 | $625 | |
| Both CC Courses (No Forum) | $950 | $1200 |
Location: Hyatt Regency Miami
Miami, FL