Technical Skills Speedway: Training Rotations Sign Up
As part of CARES Weekend, you will participate in
four
of eight technical training sessions being offered. Your choices will determine your training schedule across the breakout sessions.
Instructions
:
Select
one
training from each pairing below
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1.
Full Name
(Required.)
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2.
Session 1
(Required.)
Clean in Place (CIP)
Led by, Adam Pfeiffer and Jim Watson
This session will provide a high-level overview of the fundamentals of pharmaceutical cleaning programs. These programs are highly scrutinized by regulatory agencies, and we’ll explore program development, implementation of automated cleaning processes, and the successful delivery of Cleaning Validation programs to ensure product purity and patient safety.
Steam in Place (SIP)
Led by, Jared Wine and Evan Reyes
This session will explore the critical process in pharmaceutical manufacturing that sterilizes equipment, piping, and vessels without disassembly. You'll learn how SIP minimizes contamination risks, supports aseptic conditions, and safeguards product quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
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3.
Session 2
(Required.)
Computer System Validation (CSV)
Led by, George Lally
Computer System Validation is fundamental for ensuring the reliability, safety and compliance of critical systems in a highly regulated industry. This session will outline the core pillars of CSV, highlighting its key components and benefits. We’ll also explore current and emerging trends in CSV and discuss how developing a tailored CSV offering can strengthen our services for clients and, ultimately, the patients.
Automation and Digital Transformation
Led by, Cory Proctor and Austin Dower
In this session, we will delve into the landscape of Automation & Digital Transformation within our industry, examining the systems that innovate today's production workflows. We'll explore the most commonly deployed solutions, technical operations use cases, and industry trends. This discussion will highlight how we leverage automation & AI/ML to drive efficiencies across internal and external manufacturing operations for our clients.
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4.
Session 3
(Required.)
Project Management Office (PMO)
Led by, Jess Porter
In this session, we'll unpack some essential definitions of projects and project management, then dive into the world of the PMO — what it is, what it does, and why it plays a vital role in driving success as we scale up the capabilities and size of Project Farma.
Project Controls and Scheduling
Led by, Adam Barlow and Scott Reynolds
This session will discuss how Project Farma's services directly impact patients by providing our clients with clear plans and timelines for product delivery. This session will focus on how schedules are used as the primary communication and analytical tool for project execution teams.
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5.
Session 4
(Required.)
Annex I
Led by, Shelley Preslar and Ashley Norris
This session will introduce Annex I, the European Union’s comprehensive guideline to sterile medicinal products. We’ll cover critical elements such as Contamination Control Strategy, Quality Risk Management, and the use of modern technologies like isolators to minimize human intervention. The discussion will highlight how these measures safeguard product quality and patient safety.
Operational Readiness
Led by, Joe Neroni and Sarah Stoll
This session will define Operational Readiness and highlight its critical role in preparing manufacturing and GMP facilities for compliance, consistent quality, and successful startup. We’ll explore how Project Farma supports strategic planning and integration, and how our expertise enables teams to deliver strong outcomes for clients while advancing industry standards.
