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It is anticipated that the impact on TPD and BGTD workload, as a result of SBD implementation, should be manageable. Upfront effort on the part of reviewers and regulatory project managers in the training of scientific writers and more so the vetting of documents is expected to result in a relatively seamless transition. In an attempt to reduce the overall impact at the time of initial rollout, a phased approach has been proposed (refer to Section 5B). In addition, the use of technical writers to complete the documents has been proposed and has been supported through funding from TAS. Specifically, technical writers shall complete the documents, with reviewers vetting for accuracy and integrity. The scientific writers will ensure the documents are written with a clarity and tone suitable for the intended audience and introduce consistency into the creation, style and wording of the documents. Review staff will be tasked with responding to scientific writer's questions and concerns in a timely manner. Scientific writers would ensure timely completion of the SBDs such that questions can be relayed to review staff while the information is still current in their minds.
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