Good Distribution Practice
We strictly adhere to the guidelines of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) to guarantee the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance throughout our supply chain operations.
At Beyond, we’ve built a large, satisfied customer base by focusing on long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. This approach has helped us maintain a strong competitive edge in the industry.
Our Commitment to Good Distribution Practice
Beyond follows the Good Practices set out by SAHPRA and international regulatory bodies. Our clients benefit directly from these high standards.
What We Promise Our Customers
- All our facilities meet or exceed requirements set out by leading regulatory bodies.
- All deliveries are executed according to set lead time and quality requirements set out by customers and regulatory bodies.
Expertise and Capabilities
Beyond employees are highly trained and equipped to manage temperature-sensitive, hazardous, and specialized materials. Beyond uses proven models and processes, including temperature monitoring, corrective packaging, supplier compliance, and advanced IT systems to ensure customer satisfaction.
Facility Standards
Beyond’s Facilities and those of approved subcontractors and partners meet strict requirements, including:
- Layered Access Control and 24/7 asset monitoring via CCTV systems
- Demarcated and zoned storage areas according to product requirements
- Advanced IT systems for inventory and tracking
- Backup generators for cold storage
- Redundant Internet connections to minimize disruptions
- Proper handling of hazardous, sensitive, and dangerous goods
- Correct palletization and de-stuffing areas
- Reliable electricity, water, and sanitation
- Well-maintained equipment
- Use of suitable packaging materials
Quality Control & Monitoring
- Shipments are checked upon receipt for tampering, correct labelling, weights, and dimensions.
- All products are clearly barcoded and labelled.
- Specialized shipments like cold chain or hazardous goods are immediately identified for correct handling and delivery.
- Products are tracked throughout the supply chain to ensure transport in suitable vehicles.
- Recipient information is regularly updated to prevent delivery errors.
- Systems and processes are continuously reviewed and improved.
Returns and Complaints
Beyond strives for customer satisfaction. Returns and Complaints are prioritized and investigated. Complaints and Whistleblowing may also be submitted anonymously.
Compliance
- Damaged or soiled products are disposed of according to SAHPRA and Customer guidelines, by an approved disposal facility.
- Beyond conducts scheduled self and subcontractor audits to uphold quality standards.
- Beyond’s Subcontractors, delivery partners and suppliers are required to maintain quality standards across the supply chain.
Cold Chain Expertise
- Beyond facilitates the transport and storage of temperature sensitive materials in various temperature range requirements.
- Beyond provides customers with validated temperature sensitive packaging when required.
- All temperature-controlled environments are continuously monitored by validated and calibrated devices.