Quality

Each day, Baxter products make the difference between life and death for millions of patients worldwide. Therefore, uncompromising dedication to quality is a guiding principle in the company's culture and among its shared values. Baxter's reputation, and indeed, the company's sustainability, depend on the quality of its products and services. Baxter's global quality management system (called "1QSys" for "one quality system") provides a consistent approach to managing quality across all aspects of the product life cycle, including product design, development, manufacturing, sterilization, labeling, packaging, distribution and promotion.

As a diversified healthcare company that sells drugs, medical devices and biologics in more than 100 countries, Baxter operates in a complex regulatory environment. A Baxter-wide quality system helps to address the complexities of managing across interconnected businesses, regions and manufacturing operations, enhancing the company's ability to meet quality standards and adapt to changes in the regulatory environment.

Baxter manages the continuous improvement of its global quality management system through a range of data-driven methodologies. Simplifying processes increases efficiency and prevents potential quality issues.

The company regularly evaluates its quality systems and conducts reviews to identify and correct issues that may affect product and service quality. Baxter also assesses its suppliers of raw materials, components and finished goods. After products are launched, the company executes post-market surveillance to monitor the safety, efficacy and quality of products while in use. See Safety for more information.