A unique feature of the pharmaceutical industry is that it is tightly regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
All employees, from top management on down, have to comply with regulations called Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). These regulations require disciplined attention to following standard operating procedures and documenting every step in the manufacturing process.
Working in a GMP facility requires patience and attention to detail, but successful employees appreciate the need for strict controls when making products that affect people's lives.