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Case Study: Using a State of Good Repair program to drive cultural change in an organization

Explore the nexus of asset management and cultural change in organizations through the lens of ‘Using a State of Good Repair Program to Drive Cultural Change.’ Uncover industry challenges, dissect SGR program components, and witness how SGR becomes a catalyst for transformative cultural shifts, illustrated through compelling case studies. Join us for a concise yetRead more

4 | eBR Café: How to successfully implement eBR across global manufacturing lines?

How to implement eBR on a global scale on all manufacturing lines? What are the differences in biotechnology processing compared to one-batch manufacturing? What are the main challenges regarding eBR for biotechnology? How to employ a multi-active approach to address diverse regulatory landscapes and operational complexities, ensuring a comprehensive and future-proof solution?Read more

Case Study: Transforming Pharma – Harnessing Digitalization for Superior Site and Process Optimization

This presentation explores the transformative impact of digitalization on the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on site and process optimization. It highlights the integration of advanced technologies like AI, IoT, and blockchain to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality control, and regulatory compliance. We will delve into the benefits of real-time data analytics, automated systems, and digital twin technologyRead more

1 | R&D Café: What is needed to ensure influence of manufacturing in the development of new drugs?

How to improve collaboration between Manufacturing and R&D? How can Manufacturing contribute to faster and less costly new drug product introductions? What role does company culture play? How can we lead the organization(s) towards end-to-end process thinking and ownership?Read more

Case Study: Regulatory Requirements and Compliance for Manufacturing Systems in Pharma – How can Compliance and Audit Readiness be achieved in IT Manufacturing?

In this presentation, Esra outlines a strategic approach to achieving compliance and audit readiness for Manufacturing in Pharma. She delves into the software setup, system design, regulatory requirements and data integrity. In this session, you will learn: What are the main regulation requirements for a Manufacturing Execution Software?  What are the specifice Electronic Records and ElectronicRead more

World Café Session

WHAT IS A WORLD CAFÉ? The World Café session is designed to help you discuss with colleagues and peers similar issues and challenges that everyone is facing in the industry. Not only will the conversation be moderated by an expert speaker, the aim of the session is to find real solutions to real-world problems withRead more

Case Study: The Future is Digital – A digital roadmap for better supplier solutions

Join us for an enlightening presentation on the digital transformation of supply chain management, where we explore key innovations shaping the industry. Discover how automation, process mining, and digital workflow management are revolutionizing traditional practices, enhancing efficiency, and driving productivity. Learn how AI solutions, low code systems, and electronic data exchange are empowering enterprises toRead more

4 | Challenge Your Peers Session: Optimizing equipment maintenance – In-house expertise, outsourcing, or a hybrid approach?

What are the benefits and challenges of developing and maintaining a skilled maintenance capability in-house versus outsourcing? What would the ideal approach look like for your organization? How do you measure the effectiveness of your maintenance approach?    How do you maximize the effectiveness of training programs for operator and maintenance engineer development when collaborating withRead more

Case Study: Re-patrization of production – Does Europe have a future as a pharmaceutical (Manufacturing) location?

The future of Europe as a pharmaceutical manufacturing location is a topic of growing interest and debate. With increasing global competition, regulatory challenges, and the impact of events such as the Brexit etc., there are uncertainties surrounding Europe’s position in the pharmaceutical industry. However, Europe’s strong research and development capabilities, skilled workforce, robust infrastructure, andRead more

Case Study: Innovating for a Greener Future – Sustainable Practices at Takeda

The presentation outlines the processes and strategies at Takeda’s site in Lessines, Belgium to decrease the impact to environment in manufacturing. As manufacturing industries such as the pharmaceutical industry have an immense carbon footprint, there must be new strategies to have a positive impact on the environment. For example, Digitalization enhances processes and reduces environmentalRead more