Conference Day One: Thursday December 5, 2024
7:30 am Check In & Coffee
8:30 am Chair’s Opening Remarks
Mitigating Risk While Expanding Portfolios
8:40 am Implementing High-Performing Global Design Teams to Accelerate Delivery of Complex Pharmaceutical Facilities
Synopsis
- Understand how global design teams are effectively managing large-scale, complex projects to meet the increasing demands of the pharmaceutical industry
- Learn how these teams are accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies to optimize facility design, reduce costs and mitigate risks to deliver larger-scale, more technically complex facilities
- Review the importance of knowledge sharing, best practice adoption and standardized design approaches to achieve faster time-to-market for new drugs
- Map cultural characteristics to build cohesive teams, get mutual trust and establish better communication across stakeholders
9:20 am Addressing How Project Execution Varies Across the Country: Expanding Site Developments to New Locations
Synopsis
- Understanding how project execution methods may vary based on geographical location, considering factors such as local regulations, labor availability and infrastructure
- Addressing logistical hurdles in expanding site developments to new locations, including transportation, supply chain management and coordination of stakeholders
- Exploring the importance of adapting project management approaches for fostering effective communication and collaboration depending on regional constraints
10:30 am Morning Refreshments & Speed Networking
Prioritizing CapEx Investment With Data
11:10 am Elevating Strategic & Portfolio-Level Decision-Making Using Data & Frameworks to Prioritize Projects Effectively
Synopsis
- Implementing a comprehensive strategic planning process that accounts for long-term investment objectives and anticipated industry trends to prioritize projects accordingly
- Creating consistency and standard guidance on capital project frameworks to reduce individual risks
- Maintaining flexibility in prioritization strategies to adjust to evolving industry dynamics, ensuring alignment with changing market demands
11:50 am Panel Discussion: Understanding the Role of Data Analytics & AI in Capital Decision-Making to Maximize Return on Investment
Synopsis
- Exploring how integrating diverse datasets from various sources using data analytics and AI streamlines decision-making processes
- Discussing the application of predictive modelling techniques enabled by data analytics and AI, allowing for more accurate forecasting
- Examining how data-driven insights facilitate optimization strategies in capital project decision-making, including resource allocation, timeline management and cost control
12:30 pm Lunch & Networking
Improving Facility Design to Meet Regulatory Guidance
1:30 pm Audience Discussion: Reviewing the Viability of More Sustainable Project Designs
Synopsis
- Exploring the latest trends in sustainable design, including energy-efficient systems, renewable materials, and waste reduction strategies to enhance the effectiveness of pharmaceutical facilities
- Discussing emerging concepts such as the circular economy, which prioritizes resource efficiency and waste reduction, and how feasible these are on my projects
- Addressing the evolving regulatory landscape governing sustainable design practices: will new regulations impact the design of future facilities?
2:10 pm Panel Discussion: Designing Tomorrow’s Pharma Facilities Today: Innovation, Flexibility & Sustainability
Synopsis
- Discussing the cutting-edge design concepts and technologies shaping the future of pharmaceutical facilities, including modular construction, digital twins and smart building systems, to drive innovation and adaptability
- Exploring strategies for designing flexible facility layouts that accommodate evolving production needs, regulatory requirements and technological advancements
- Exchanging ideas on sustainable design principles and practices that promote sustainability
2:50 pm Afternoon Refreshments
Effective Project Management With the Right Skilled Labor
3:20 pm Comparing Greenfield vs Brownfield: Proactive Risk Management Strategies for Success in Large-Scale Projects
Synopsis
- Discussing proactive approaches for identifying and assessing risks, including comprehensive risk assessments and scenario planning
- Leveraging historical data and industry benchmarks for brownfield and greenfield projects to anticipate potential challenges
- Exploring the importance of developing robust contingency plans to mitigate the impact of unforeseen risks, including establishing alternative suppliers and creating agile response protocols
4:00 pm Overcoming Skilled Labor Shortages at a Time When Demand Exceeds Supply
Synopsis
- Discussing the implementation of training and apprenticeship programs specific to construction roles within pharmaceutical projects
- Examining innovative construction techniques and technologies aimed at reducing reliance on traditional skilled labor, such as prefabrication, modular construction and automation
- Exploring future possibilities for expanding the available talent within the industry