In this conversation, Hriday Gondalia interviews Atul Dubey, who discusses the role of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) in ensuring drug quality and safety. He explains the history of USP, the importance of continuous manufacturing in the pharmaceutical industry, and the advantages it offers over traditional batch manufacturing. Atul also shares insights on balancing innovation with compliance, his career journey from technical roles to business leadership, and advice for students aspiring to enter the pharmaceutical manufacturing field. The discussion touches on recruitment practices, the future of manufacturing with AI, and the importance of democratizing knowledge in the industry.