2023 PDA Robotics and Automation Conference

11:45 - 13:10 I Session 1: Digitalization in Manufacturing
Moderator: Marilyn Romieux, Merck

Digitalization in manufacturing spans many applications and can be implemented at many different levels. We will review how the holistic digitalization of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) through fully integrated PLM digital tools allows to bring together the many processes, systems, organizations, users, and data involved in the lifecycle of a product, from its initial specifications to its disposal. We will then look at a specific use-case for digitalization in pharmaceutical manufacturing: the serialization of primary containers using radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology as an enabler for automation and improvement of several operations in Fill/Finish, allowing to limit human intervention, reduce risk and improve overall operational efficiency. Join us and take part in a discussion with our consultant and supplier speakers on the benefits of implementing digitalization solutions in manufacturing processes.

14:25 - 15:55 I Session 2: Digital Twins
Moderator: Timothy Hsu, AFDO/RAPS Healthcare Products Collaborative 

This session contains 2 approaches that are pushing forward to take advantage of blending together advanced data analytics, automation, and best practices to create (and use) digital/virtual twins. We will examine how the application of digital twins have broad impact in device modelling and engineering for development and product quality as well as how it has been used as a solution for pre-clinical testing. Our session will take you on a deep dive in methodology, advantages, best practices, and lessons learned in bringing these technologies and methodologies to multiple aspects of our industry.

16:25 - 17:45 I Session 3: Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Moderator: Sesethu Dowiasch, Rockwell Automation

This session unpacks real-life use cases of how Extended Reality is applied within Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain. The presenters will go through the pain points that lead to the use cases, enabling technologies and the selection process for a vendor and technology provider. Additionally, some insights will be shared on the benefits of the of the solution, lessons learnt through the project lifecycle as well as possible roadmaps for the future regarding further automation and standardization of training and assessment.

09:00 - 10:25 I Session 4: Sustainability
Moderator: Yvonne Duckworth, CRB Group

The session on Sustainability will be kicked off by UNIDO, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) which is a specialized agency of the United Nations that assists countries in economic and industrial development. This presentation provides an overview of UNIDO´s Health Industry Framework including essential medicines, vaccines, medical equipment, and diagnostics, followed by how they will break down the way innovation & technologies can promote sustainable growth. The next presentation will focus on the impact of considering the full life cycle of a product for a holistically sustainable solution for products and businesses, how this is currently being enabled, and how others can do the same.

10:55 - 12:20 I Session 5: Artificial Intelligence
Moderator: David Hubmayr, Takeda

The session on Artificial Intelligence is kicked off by hearing about opportunities for applied modeling to maximize use of data and drive explicit knowledge generation and sharing as well as lowering the barrier to use models with fit for purpose tools as part of end-to-end Model Factory. Following an Outline and Art of the Possible as well as a discussion on typical challenges companies face when contemplating Technology-enabled Post Market Quality Transformations will be presented. Pragmatic solutions and illustrative case studies, enabled by advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) technologies, with tangible benefits, will be shared.