Automated, nondestructive, rapid sterility and environmental monitoring () Rapid microbial testing methods continue to gain acceptance in pharmaceutical manufacturing, but experience shows that most companies still use traditional methods for their testing. The ability to deliver results in less time than traditional methods provides compelling benefits to manufacturers. Two key areas of microbial testing where these benefits can be realized include environmental monitoring and sterility testing. Microbial testing must be completed throughout the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, including the raw materials…