Crafting a Unified Smart Manufacturing Strategy: Harmonizing Stakeholders, Progress, Capabilities and Skills to Simultaneously Deliver Future-Ready
Speaker
Dimitri Tavernakis Global Hygienic Design Excellence Lead - Mondelez International
TRACK 3 Seminars
4:30PM - 5:30PM
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Combining IoT, Automation and Analytics for Predictive Maintenance and Optimized Resource Allocation
Speaker
Orija Olasunkanmi Manufacturing Systems Manager - AB InBev
2:30PM - 3:30PM
How Can Technology Enhance Agility, Transparency and Collaboration Across F&B Manufacturing Partners
Speaker
Chris Nimietz Director of Supply Chain - MSI Express
11:10AM - 12:10PM
Aligning Technology Investments with Strategic Business Goals and Organizational Value
1:40PM - 2:40PM
Are You Solving the Right Problem? Bringing in Diverse Perspectives
Speakers
Raj Iyer Enterprise Transformation Coach - Kraft Heinz
Salim Sopariwalla Program Lead, Digital Manufacturing Platform - Kraft Heinz
3:50PM - 4:50PM
The Data Supply Chain: Unlocking Value through Seamless Data Flow from the Floor to Analytics and AI
Speaker
Scott Brown Architect, Connected Plant - Andelyn Biosciences
4:50PM - 5:50PM
Securing Smart Factories: Evolving Continuity Plans for the Digital Era
Speaker
Kristen M. Pope Women in Manufacturing
10:55AM - 11:55AM
Creating an Enterprise Architecture Framework to Enable your Organization to Use Data as a Strategic Asset
Speaker
Carlos A. Aguirre Digital Technology Strategist
1:55PM - 2:55PM
Roundtable Discussion: Creating User-Driven Apps for Manufacturing Operations
Speaker
Tazeen Hossain Sr Digital Product Manager - Rivian
4:35PM - 5:35PM
Roundtable Discussion: Evaluating Automotive Manufacturing Resilience – 7 Health Check Metrics for Disaster Preparation
Speaker
Adam Gluck CEO / Founder - Copia Automation
10:55AM - 11:55AM
Creating an Enterprise Architecture Framework to Enable your Organization to Use Data as a Strategic Asset
Speaker
- Carlos A. Aguirre Digital Technology Strategist
1:55PM - 2:55PM
Roundtable Discussion: Creating User-Driven Apps for Manufacturing Operations
Speaker
- Tazeen Hossain Sr Digital Product Manager - Rivian
4:35PM - 5:35PM
Roundtable Discussion: Evaluating Automotive Manufacturing Resilience – 7 Health Check Metrics for Disaster Preparation
Speaker
- Adam Gluck CEO / Founder - Copia Automation
1:40PM - 2:40PM
Effective Data Collection for Predictive Maintenance
Speaker
Zoheb Mohamad Associate Director, Enterprise Data Platforms - Apotex
3:20PM - 4:20PM
A People-first approach when implementing a change or new technology: Why it is important
Speaker
Hayk Dallakayan Coach and Consultant - Independent
10:40AM - 11:40AM
Bridging the Skills Gap in Canadian Manufacturing: Strategies for Workforce Excellence
Speaker
Rahul Prabhu Manufacturing Team Lead - Mondelez
4:35PM - 5:35PM
Gaining Leadership Buy-in for Lab Improvement Initiatives
Moderators:
Erika Whyte, Chief of Staff
& Head of Operations,
ROME Therapeutics
Liana Juarez, Senior
Manager, Laboratory
Operations, Be Biopharma
Speakers
Erika Whyte Chief of Staff & Head of Operations - ROME Therapeutics
Liana R Juarez Sr. Manager Lab Operations - Be BioPharma
10:40AM - 11:40AM
Reducing Lab Facility Maintenance Costs: Practical Strategies for Long-Term Cost Optimization
Speaker
Jorge G. Redondo Associate Director of Maintenance - Lonza
2:25PM - 3:25PM
Safeguarding Science: Why Labs are Moving from BMS to EMS
Speaker
Michael Cross Business Development Director - XiltriX
11:15AM - 12:15PM
Key Budgeting Considerations: How to Operate as a Lab Manager with a Limited Budget in Small Pharma
Speaker
Stephanie Perry Associate Director of Laboratory Operations - Kumquat Biosciences Inc
1:15PM - 2:15PM
How Pharma Labs Can Achieve Optimal Scalability and Right- Sizing: Strategies for Efficient and Flexible Operations
Speaker
Ariana Palencia Senior Manager, Lab Operations and Facilities - Aera Therapeutics
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Ensuring Your Labs’ Long-Term Success by Addressing and Assessing Risks With Strategic Tools and Prioritizing Tasks Effectively in a Volatile Market
Speaker
Marilyn Sanchez Manager of Lab Operations - Seattle Children's Hospital
11:15AM - 12:15PM
Key Budgeting Considerations: How to Operate as a Lab Manager with a Limited Budget in Small Pharma
Speaker
- Stephanie Perry Associate Director of Laboratory Operations - Kumquat Biosciences Inc
1:15PM - 2:15PM
How Pharma Labs Can Achieve Optimal Scalability and Right- Sizing: Strategies for Efficient and Flexible Operations
Speaker
- Ariana Palencia Senior Manager, Lab Operations and Facilities - Aera Therapeutics
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Ensuring Your Labs’ Long-Term Success by Addressing and Assessing Risks With Strategic Tools and Prioritizing Tasks Effectively in a Volatile Market
Speaker
- Marilyn Sanchez Manager of Lab Operations - Seattle Children's Hospital
10:40AM - 11:40AM
Roundtable Discussion: Is AI Really Delivering Value? How Will We Know?
Speaker
Adam Krob Director of Information Technology, Field Audit, and Process Improvement - Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC
1:10PM - 2:10PM
Roundtable Discussion: Navigating the AI Landscape in Construction: Balancing Quick Wins and Long-Term Strategy
Speaker
Alison Hart Manager, Project Solutions - Mortenson
3:10PM - 4:10PM
Roundtable Discussion: Harnessing AI for Real-Time Carbon Tracking in Ongoing Construction
Speaker
Blake Jackson Director, Sustainability - NORR
10:40AM - 11:40AM
Roundtable Discussion: Is AI Really Delivering Value? How Will We Know?
Speaker
- Adam Krob Director of Information Technology, Field Audit, and Process Improvement - Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC
1:10PM - 2:10PM
Roundtable Discussion: Navigating the AI Landscape in Construction: Balancing Quick Wins and Long-Term Strategy
Speaker
- Alison Hart Manager, Project Solutions - Mortenson
3:10PM - 4:10PM
Roundtable Discussion: Harnessing AI for Real-Time Carbon Tracking in Ongoing Construction
Speaker
- Blake Jackson Director, Sustainability - NORR
10:40AM - 11:40AM
Roundtable Discussion: Enhancing Quality Control through Machine Learning: Reducing Defects and Optimizing Production
11:40AM - 12:40PM
Roundtable Discussion: Driving Enterprise-Wide Adoption of Digital Tools in Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing
Speaker
Travis Prior Senior Manager, Enterprise Ops Smart Factory - Collins Aerospace
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Roundtable Discussion: Leveraging CT Scanning Technology for Enhanced Metrology and Defect Detection in Casting Processes
Speaker
Patrick Hovland Sr. Design Engineer - Honeywell Aerospace
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Roundtable Discussion: Integrating Agile Practices and Risk Management in Space Manufacturing and Operation
10:50AM - 11:50AM
Designing Effective Change Management Programmes for Lab Automation Initiatives
1:15PM - 2:15PM
Overcoming Integration Challenges in Multi-Vendor Lab Environments
3:45PM - 4:45PM
Different Considerations for Implementing ELNs
10:50AM - 11:50AM
Designing Effective Change Management Programmes for Lab Automation Initiatives
1:15PM - 2:15PM
Overcoming Integration Challenges in Multi-Vendor Lab Environments
3:45PM - 4:45PM
Different Considerations for Implementing ELNs
10:40AM - 11:40AM
Closing the Digitalisation Gap: Developing a Unified Smart Factory Vision Across Decentralised Plants
1:40PM - 2:40PM
Leveraging AI for Zero-Defect Manufacturing: Quality Control in High-Mix Automotive Production
3:10PM - 4:10PM
Where AI Can Deliver Tangible Operational Benefits: Measuring ROI and Real-World Impact
Sponsor
Agnes Wamagui Knowledge Transfer Manager- Robotics - Innovate UK Business Connect
10:40AM - 11:40AM
Closing the Digitalisation Gap: Developing a Unified Smart Factory Vision Across Decentralised Plants
1:40PM - 2:40PM
Leveraging AI for Zero-Defect Manufacturing: Quality Control in High-Mix Automotive Production
3:10PM - 4:10PM
Where AI Can Deliver Tangible Operational Benefits: Measuring ROI and Real-World Impact
Sponsor
- Agnes Wamagui Knowledge Transfer Manager- Robotics - Innovate UK Business Connect
11:20AM - 12:20PM
Exploring the Transformative Impact of Clinical Trials Operations Automation (CTOps): Enhancing Clinical Trials Through Advanced Automation
Speaker
Srinivas Kommalapati CEO - Mushroom Solutions
1:50PM - 2:50PM
Overcoming Hurdles in Clinical Trials: From Recruitment to Retention
Sponsor
Meghann Dryer General Manager, Consumer - Evidation Health
3:50PM - 4:50PM
Executing Decentralized Clinical Trials: Theory vs Reality
Speaker
Bob Bois Innovation Program Director - Novartis
11:20AM - 12:20PM
Exploring the Transformative Impact of Clinical Trials Operations Automation (CTOps): Enhancing Clinical Trials Through Advanced Automation
Speaker
- Srinivas Kommalapati CEO - Mushroom Solutions
1:50PM - 2:50PM
Overcoming Hurdles in Clinical Trials: From Recruitment to Retention
Sponsor
- Meghann Dryer General Manager, Consumer - Evidation Health
3:50PM - 4:50PM
Executing Decentralized Clinical Trials: Theory vs Reality
Speaker
- Bob Bois Innovation Program Director - Novartis
