Event Schedule
Theme: Supply Chain Strategy | Global Logistics | DTP Models
8:00 â 8:45
Bright Start: Welcome Coffee, Registration & Itinerary Collection
8:45 â 9:00
Chairpersons Address: Opening Remarks
Joerg Wania
Head of Clinical Trial Supply & Export
STADA Group
Alexander Debets
Lead Clinical Supply Innovation
Former MSD
9:00 - 9:35
Nika Zigante
Clinical Supply Specialist
MeiraGTx
Keynote: Effective Clinical Supply Chain Strategies for Managing Uncertainty
- Use Real-time Data to Predict Demand Changes
- Work with Multiple Suppliers for Flexibility
- Sudden Shortages - Safety Stocks
- Plan for Different âwhat-ifâ Disruption Scenarios
9:35 â 10:10
SanaClis
Partner Slot 1: TBC
10:10 - 11:00
Networking: Morning Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:35
Andreas Stoikos, CPIM
Lead Clinical Supply Manager
Biogen
Case Study Presentation: From Forecast to Patient: How Biogen Designs and Executes a High-Reliability Supply Plan
11:35 â 12:10
Davide Carluccio
Principal Global Clinical Operations Manager
Almirall
Presentation 1: From Oversight to Partnership: Redefining CRO and Vendor Relationships
- Aligning External Partners with Sponsor Goals
- Balancing Cost, Quality, and Timelines
- Creating Shared Accountability for Trial Outcomes
12:10 â 12:30
Partner Slot 2: Temperature-Sensitive Trials
- Identify and Mitigate Temperature Risks
- Use Advanced Insulated Packaging
- Real Time Tracking in Temperature Controlled Shipments
- Apply Innovative Cold Chain Solutions
12:30 â 13:05
Michel David
VP, CMC & Clinical Supply
Noema Pharma
Deep Dive Session: Typical Biotech Start up Dilemmas: When Planning and Executing Clinical Trial Supply
13:05 - 14:05
Networking Lunch
14:05 â 14:30
Eamonn McArdle
Lead Clinical Supply Chain Pharmacist
Allergy Therapeutics (UK) Ltd
Featured Presentation: From Lessons Learnt to Future-Proofing: Evolving the Clinical Supply Chain
- Key Takeaways from Past Clinical Supply Chain Challenges
- Strategies to Enhance Efficiency, Resilience, and Flexibility
- Leveraging Technology and Data for Future-Proof Patient Supply
14:40 - 15:00
Speed Networking Session
Scavenger Hunt Task: Exchange 5 Business Cards
15:00 - 15:35
Joerg Wania
Head of Clinical Trial Supply & Export
STADA Group
Presentation 2: How Current âDrug Shortages" Affecting Ongoing and Future Clinical Trial
- Challenges in Maintaining Uninterrupted Drug Supply for Active Trials
- Effects on Patient Enrollment, Retention, and Protocol Adherence
- Strategies to Mitigate Shortages and Ensure Trial Continuity
15:35 - 16:05
Networking: Afternoon Coffee Break
16:05 â 16:25
Manan Trivedi
Associate Director - EU CTR Project Lead
UCB
Presentation 3: Ensuring GxP Compliance Across the Clinical Trials
16:25 - 17:00
Expert Panel: What will Clinical Supply Look Like in 2030?
Moderator:-
Alexander Debets
Lead Clinical Supply Innovation
Former MSD
Panellist:-
Ana-Zeralda Canals Hamann
Associate Director, CTS
Debiopharm International SA
17:00
Chairpersons Wrap-Up: Top 5 Takeaways from Day 1
Joerg Wania
Head of Clinical Trial Supply & Export
STADA Group
Alexander Debets
Lead Clinical Supply Innovation
Former MSD
End of Day 1
Theme: Digital Transformation | Quality Assurance | Vendor Management
8:00 â 8:50
Bright Start: Welcome Coffee, Registration & Itinerary Collection
8:50 â 9:00
Welcome Back: Chairpersons Opening Remarks
Joerg Wania
Head of Clinical Trial Supply & Export
STADA Group
Alexander Debets
Lead Clinical Supply Innovation
Former MSD
9:00 - 9:35
Doron Azran
Head Of Global Supply Chain
SK Pharma
Keynote: AI in Clinical Supply Chains: Improving Patient Access and Delivery
- AI Forecasting to Ensure On-Time Site Supply
- Real-Time Analytics to Minimize Waste and Stock-Outs
- Smart Monitoring to Optimize Patient Deliveries
9:35 - 10:10
Ana-Zeralda Canals Hamann
Associate Director, CTS
Debiopharm International SA
Deep Dive Presentation: Enhancing Clinical Supply Cold Chains Through IoT, Automation, and Live Tracking Technologies
10:10 - 11:00
Networking: Morning Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:35
Dr. Meelis Lootus
CEO and Founder
IEEE/Tehistark
Presentation 3: AI Support in Clinical Trial Supply
- Forecasting Demand to Prevent Stock-Outs
- Optimizing Inventory and Reducing Waste
- Enhancing Patient Delivery and Site Readiness
11:35 - 12:10
Kyrillos Sarigiannidis
Head of Drug Supply
Former Affimed
Presentation 4: Optimizing Clinical Trial Supply Chains: Strategies for Efficiency and Patient-Centric Delivery
- Leveraging AI and Data Analytics to Improve Supply Forecasting
- Ensuring Timely and Accurate Delivery to Sites and Patients
12:10 - 12:25
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12:25 - 13:00
Marija Tubic Grozdanis
Lead Pharmacist Clinical Trial Supply
UniversitÀtsmedizin Mainz
Deep Dive Presentation: Right-Time Clinical Supply Management: Ensuring Efficiency and Patient-Centric Delivery in Trials
13:00 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
14:00 - 11:35
Debate Session: Choosing & Managing Your Partners and Vendors: An Informative Session
- Identifying the Right Partners and Vendors Based on Project Needs
- Managing Vendor Relationships to Ensure High Performance and Quality
- Addressing Common Challenges, Such As Communication Gaps, Timelines, and Budget Adherence
- Strategies for Long-Term Collaboration and Vendor Retention
14:35 - 14:45
Speed Networking Session
One Question, Many Insights! đ€
14:45 - 15:10
Visionary Talk: FSP & CRO Collaboration Models: Driving Efficiency in Clinical Supply Operations
15:10 - 15:15
Chairpersons Wrap-Up: Top 5 Takeaways from Day 2
Joerg Wania
Head of Clinical Trial Supply & Export
STADA Group
Alexander Debets
Lead Clinical Supply Innovation
