ValConnect 2024 Europe

Lisbon, 17-19 June

Join ValGenesis customers, partners, trainers, leaders and friends in beautiful Lisbon for three days of learning, collaborating, and more.

Agenda

Day One: 17 June

13:00

Special Tour of Lisbon

Spend the afternoon with us exploring Lisbon and its beautiful, historic surrounding area. Free for all ValGenesis customers and partners attending ValConnect. (Make sure to indicate your interest in the registration form below!)

19:00

Welcome Reception

Join us for a special reception. More information coming soon!

Day Two: 18 June

08:00

Welcome to ValConnect

08:15

Validation 4.0

In a thought-provoking presentation, we'll examine the future state of process validation. The changes from "check now and periodically re-check" to "continuous verification" will be covered, as well as the changes from static and finite documented evidence to live, dynamic digital records.

Ângela Martinho

Vice President, Consulting Services

ValGenesis

Profile
09:00

Portfolio Review and Product Roadmap

Join our VP of Product Management to see a comprehensive overview of the entire ValGenesis product portfolio with a special showcase of new products plus what's coming for VLMS, iRisk, Process Insight, and more.

Kevin D. Shaw

Vice President, Product Management

ValGenesis

Profile
09:45

Embracing Change: Otsuka's Journey Through CSA in the Era of Digital Transformation

In this session we will share a story of evolution, resilience, and progress regarding adoption of the CSA concept, digital transformation, and VLMS implementation. Understanding that this journey is not one of passive acceptance, we took a proactive approach to embracing change through active engagement and promotion of the new paradigm. This story will also highlight some successes and challenges experienced along the way.

Dr. Imtiaz H. Mohiuddin M.B.A, Ph.D.

Senior Director, Global Quality Solutions (GQS)

Otsuka

10:30

☕ Morning Break

30-minute break for coffee, snacks, and visiting the Product Lab

11:00

iRisk as eQbD Knowledge Management System at CSL Behring

Explore the digitalization, centralization, and automatization of the QbD documentation suite in Plasma product development CMC at CSL, including challenges and successes over the eQbD journey.

Alexandre Zegels

Team Manager & Senior Consultant CMC Science

CSL Behring

11:45

AI and Beyond: What's New in VLMS 5.0

Be the first to see the brand-new, cutting-edge release of our flagship validation platform, including its industry-first AI capabilities and refined user experience.

Sophia Vraka

Senior Solutions Engineer

ValGenesis

Profile
12:30

🍴 Lunch

13:30

CSA and CAPAs: Two Products of Risk Management

CDRH has promoted two of Case for Quality projects, Make CAPA Cool and Computer Software Assurance, as examples of focusing on business practices. The key point in both projects is the growing focus on risk, which is a pivotal component in decision making for all parties in life science product manufacturing. We will discuss FDA’s considerations and progress on these topics and discuss related questions and concerns.

Daniel Walter

Policy Analyst, Compliance and Quality Staff

FDA

14:15

Implementing iRisk for Effective Knowledge and Risk Management at Boehringer Ingelheim

See BI's step-by-step approach for the implementation of iRisk in Development Biologicals for the end-to-end process from CQA assessment over different types of Risk Assessments to Control Strategy Summary.

Susanne Weiler

Senior Risk Manager, Pharmaceutical Development Biologicals

Boehringer Ingelheim

15:00

🍰 Afternoon Break

30-minute break for drinks, snacks, and mingling.

15:30

From Standards to ValGenesis – Becoming Fully Digital in Validation & Qualification

Follow the 15-year journey from paper-based validation and qualification to a fully digital solution and the sometimes stony path to a business-driven implementation supporting company standards.

Sigrun Seeger

Global Process Manager ValGenesis, GPO GxP Computerized System Life Cycle

Bayer


Verena Buhl

GPO Validation and Qualification, GPO ValGenesis

Bayer

16:15

GSK Vaccines Journey With iRisk

A timeline of GSK Vaccines' journey with iRisk, the main milestones along the way, benefits achieved, and next steps.

Bianca Valentim

Global Product Process Lifecycle Validation Senior Specialist

GSK

17:00

Revolutionizing Validation Strategies: Integrating CSA Draft Guidance Through VLMS Design Manager Module

Explores the optimization of validation strategies by integrating modern tools and adhering to CSA draft guidance. We will focus on leveraging the Design Manager module within VLMS to highlight how this product streamlines workflows, facilitates collaboration, and ensures compliance with evolving standards. In addition, it demonstrates the tangible benefits of this approach in accelerating validation timelines and improving risk management. Ultimately, it provides a roadmap for professionals looking to modernize their validation practices effectively.

Emmanuel Cansino

Senior Director Industry Solutions

ValGenesis

Profile

Day Three: 19 June

08:00

Digital Transformation: Implementation of Global Paperless Validation and Qualification System

Experience the journey of Roche's impressive adoption of VLMS. We'll cover the pain points in paper-based validation, the power of standardization and harmonization, Roche's global implementation strategy, the current state of VLMS inside Roche.

Mani Palaniappan

MSAT Validation Expert, Roche Singapore

Roche

08:45

Risk-Based Cleaning Validation

Gain insights into the proactive approach of risk-based cleaning validation, ensuring product safety and regulatory compliance. Explore how to optimize cleaning processes, mitigate risks, and enhance efficiency through strategic risk assessment methodologies. Discover key principles and best practices for implementing a robust risk-based cleaning validation framework.

Rui Almeida

Director - Consulting Services

ValGenesis

Profile
09:30

iRisk at Corden Pharma: A Global Application for 10 Sites and a Case Study of QRM-driven Integration of PAT Tools in a Contained Plant

The presentation will share insight on Corden Pharma’s journey of deploying iRisk as a centralized QRM application over all sites and the benefits of this implementation for the development and lifecycle management of Corden Pharma's products. In addition, an examination of the obstacles and lessons learned, as well as the identified solutions. The presentation will feature a case study on the selection and implementation of PAT tools for a novel oral drug product manufactured in a contained plant.

Dr. Iris Ziegler

Director QbD & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Corden Pharma

10:15

☕ Morning Break

30-minute break for coffee, snacks, and mingling. Visit the Lab!

10:45

How Generative AI May Impact the Validation of Computerized Systems

Dig into the frontier of generative AI and its potential within validation processes. Includes a discussion on agile validation, machine learning, the benefits of generative AI within automated testing, and primary validation use cases.

Sathish Kumar Shanmugam

Global VP of Customer Advocate

ValGenesis

Profile
11:30

The Impact of AI and ML in Quality Risk Management

In this session, we will be addressing the regulatory advances and evolving expectations surrounding the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Quality Risk Management (QRM). This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of recent regulatory developments that shape the use of AI and ML, ensuring compliance and enhancing the robustness of QRM frameworks. We will also discuss the potential benefits these technologies bring, including improved accuracy in risk assessments, enhanced predictive capabilities, and optimized quality. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on how to align with regulatory expectations while leveraging AI and ML to achieve superior risk management outcomes and drive innovation within their organizations.

Ricardo Leandro

Group Product Manager - Risk

ValGenesis

Profile
12:15

AI-Driven, Real-Time Monitoring Toward Predictive Analysis and Enhanced Quality: A Practical approach

In an era where AI and ML are everywhere, pharma and biopharma industries should not be an exception. This talk explores the potential value of implementing real-time monitoring systems powered by machine learning and AI. These systems can predict the behavior of upcoming batches, mitigating risks and enhancing product quality.

Sandra Silva

Director, Product Management - CPV

ValGenesis

Profile
13:00

Closing Comments and Open Forum With Executives

The ValGenesis executive team takes the stage in an open forum, taking questions from the audience about the product portfolio, the company, and beyond.

Siva Samy, Ph.D.

CEO & Chief Product Strategist

ValGenesis

Profile

Narayan Raj

Chief Operating Officer

ValGenesis

Profile
13:30

🥪 Grab-and-Go Lunch

Grab a boxed lunch to relax around the hotel or carry to the airport.

See you in 2025!

Venue

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InterContinental Lisbon

R. Castilho 149, 1099-034 Lisboa, Portugal

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ValGenesis’ annual global user conference brings together customers and partners for an informative, inspiring, and interactive experience. See the latest ValGenesis products, current industry trends, and emerging technologies that push the limits of discovery and innovation in life sciences.

Expand Your Expertise

Sharpen your skills and stay ahead of the digital transformation curve. Learn from peer life sciences companies and product experts in training sessions, keynote presentations, and other can't-miss experiences. Whether you’re a new user or a seasoned pro, ValConnect provides opportunities to gain and apply new knowledge and drive success within your organization.

Connect With Colleagues

Become part of the global ValGenesis community. Meet with your industry peers to share tips, swap success stories, and discuss your common challenges and best practices. Networking opportunities are planned throughout the conference so you can expand your professional network or catch up with peers.

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ValConnect is the best place to explore the complete suite of ValGenesis technologies, meet new colleagues from across life sciences, and deepen your understanding of digital transformation across GxP.

ValConnect is open to all ValGenesis customers and partners. Using VLMS for validation? Join us! Using iRisk for risk assessment and risk management? Join us! Curious about digitizing logbooks, cleaning validation, process monitoring, tech transfer, and other critical topics? Join us!

Registration is free. Simply complete the registration form for each colleague planning to attend.

ValConnect Europe is an in-person event. There is no virtual content.

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