As the lab automation and technology landscape evolves, organizations are under growing pressure to move beyond innovation in theory and deliver measurable impact in practice. From integrating AI and automation into existing infrastructure to aligning data, engineering, and scientific teams, the challenge is no longer adoption alone, it’s making these technologies work together at scale.
While the vision of fully autonomous labs continues to gain traction, many are still navigating with what’s truly achievable, where automation delivers the most value, and how to balance innovation with operational, security, and budget constraints.
Success increasingly depends on connected systems, standardized data, and cross-functional collaboration.
Join lab automation and technology leaders at the Future Labs, Automation & Technology Summit West this November to explore practical strategies, share real-world lessons, and define the future of lab operations.
Past Attendee Organizations Include:

2026 West Coast R&D and Lab Automation Expert Speakers Include:
Mariella Kutova
Clinical Operations Manager - GMP manufacturing facility
University of California San Francisco
Louis Murray
Lab Automation Sales Manager – Digital Science & Automation Solutions
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Justin Provchy
Senior Director of Automation
Terray Therapeutics

Cathy Kuang
Executive Director, Unified Lab and experimental Platforms, Research Business Insights and Technology
Bristol Myers Squibb
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This summit will provide you with the necessary tools to:
- Overcome Integration Challenges: Navigate the complexities associated with integrating technologies into existing systems to minimize disruption and seamless implementation
- Advance Data-Driven Insights: Effectively manage, store, and analyze big data generated by lab technology to improve the speed and accuracy of decision-making
- Optimize Workflows: Streamline and address integration complexities by simplifying processes and reducing the need for extensive manual intervention
- Improve Accuracy: Gain insights into technologies that enhance clinical R&D while minimizing errors and variability in production processes
- Foster Collaboration: Instil a culture of collaboration to drive technological advancements and enhance scientific experiments whilst facilitating knowledge sharing and collaborative problem-solving
- Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Meet stringent regulatory requirements while integrating new technologies and simplify the validation and approval process
- Leverage Cost Savings: Explore how automation and technology can significantly reduce operational costs and improve profit margins
Who should attend:
VPs, Directors, Heads, Managers, Scientists and Specialists from:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML)
- Data & Analytics
- Automation / Robotics
- Lab R&D
- Lab IT / Research IT
- Informatics Technology / Innovation
- Quality Assurance / Quality Control
- Laboratory Operations / Strategy
- Regulation / Compliance / Validation
- Research Scientists
- Industry 4.0 / Lab 4.0
Our sponsors include technology, service & solution providers specializing in:
- Laboratory Automation / Lab Digitalization
- E2E Automation Systems / Modular Automation Systems
- Measuring & Testing / Screening Tech / Liquid Handlers
- Laboratory Informatics / LIMS Systems
- Liquid Handlers, Dispensing & Extracting
- Sample Storage and Retrieval
- ELN / Voice Assistants / Wearables
- Digital Twins
- Data Science, Analytics Platforms and Software
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML)
- Robotics
- Informatics
- Cloud Services & Connectivity
- IoT Hardware / Software / Platforms / Infrastructure
- Cybersecurity
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