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I studied physics at the Technical University Darmstadt, degree in engineering. Since 1998 I have been working at Merck in automation. First laboratory and pilot plant units were my areas of responsibility. As continuing education I qualified as Master of Technical Management (CCI). Since 2005 I worked in pharma area (MES, production and packaging ofRead more

Craig Alan Repec is GS1’s subject matter expert for event-based visibility standards such as EPCIS and its companion standard, the Core Business Vocabulary (CBV), as well as the EPC “Gen2” UHF RFID protocol, and Editor of GS1’s EPC Tag Data Standard (TDS). Prior to joining GS1 Global Office in 2011, Craig had similar responsibilities atRead more

Senior leader with strong engineering and pharmaceutical background. With 20+ years of experience in engineering, validation, manufacturing, M&A integration, project & change management and technology transfers in a highly regulated cGMP environment. Very motivated and dynamic with hands-on mentality “get things done” and analytical skill set. Able to perform under tight budget and timeframe. AlwaysRead more

Jyrki Syväri, Pharmacist and Chemist, made his PhD Theses in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and his Diploma in Chemistry in Analytical Chemistry. He joined Schering AG in Berlin and headed there a R&D Laboratory for the development of parenteral drugs. After leaving Schering he joined Boehringer Ingelheim to become a Project Manager in Operations. He was responsibleRead more

Over 25+ years’ experience in Pharmaceuticals, held various positions and roles. Actively involved in many reorganizations, integrations and separation after takeovers and business split. Respected Expert in MOMS, Operations and Logistics and able to translate the requirements of the Business to practical cost effective, innovative Automation and IT solutions. Active in various User Groups likeRead more

– 14+ years of across SAP Business Consulting in RFID solutions, Pharma Serialisation and Product Tracking, Pharma Product Security, Energy & Environment and Education industry – 10+ years of end to end SAP Auto ID Enterprise implementations (Auto ID Infrastructure and Object Event Repository) and SD (Sales and Distribution) module, both at onsite and offshoreRead more

Anant, over the last 14 years, has been leading teams in supply chain across multiple geographies and has delivered transformative results focusing on process, people development, innovation and advancing use of technology. He is passionate about technology, supply chain and its intersection with business enabling accelerated value creation. He is a mentor and angel investorRead more

Rudi Thiel is currently Head of Quality Systems & Compliance and Senior Manager Quality Assurance at Biogen. On the latest steps in his career, he was leading the Operational Technology Operating Model – Program for Novartis Technical Operations. This program included all activities required in both IT and OT space in order to address theRead more

Shannon Ostendorff leads the Lonza Asset Management Program as Head of Global Maintenance Excellence at Lonza. Based out of Bend, Oregon (USA), she leads an integrated global program which realizes value from assets by optimizing maintenance and calibration processes , reducing downtime to maximize utilization and optimizing lifecycle cost of assets. Shannon has over 20Read more

Michelle Janas has more than thirteen years’ experience in biologics, API, medical device and pharmaceuticals. Prior to joining MasterControl as a Regional Account Executive, she held a variety of roles across quality and manufacturing including serving as Grünenthal Group’s Global GxP & eCompliance Director. From releasing production records to implementing software at manufacturing sites allRead more