
Regulatory norms of even Indian pharma companies are easy to comply with. How cultural differences can hamper regulatory practices Though the norms are difficult in case of pharma companies, Indians still find it a piece of cake. They have the characteristics to follow the regulatory norms. Their mindset remains the same throughout their corporate life. The thought of rebellion never crossed their minds. Indian children accepted whatever was taught to them. Much of the good compliance can be credited to this non-existence of authority issues. The existence of corporal punishment in India discouraged them from challenging their educators. Second, the education system in India is yet to get rid of corporal punishment. However, this also sets a mindset that puts social life before compliance. They mould themselves to always comply with rules. Their parents (enforcers) and grandparents (re-enforcers) set certain rules to follow and standards to maintain. As a child, Indians look up to their elders in their family. First, Indian upbringing imbibes the practice of complying to norms laid by enforcers and re-enforcers. Indians find it easy to follow regulatory norms. Let’s understand how we can capitalise on regulatory norms to move to the top of the ladder.Ĭultural differences assisting Indian compliances The Indian Pharmaceutical Industry is the third largest in the world in terms of volume. Any default in these products could result in fatalities. However, in case of food and drugs companies, quality compliance is more of a compulsion than necessity. Ideally, companies should not compromise on quality. Henry Ford, founder, the Ford Motor Company. Quality means doing it right when no one is looking. Regulatory norms: how to get them to international standards
