2nd November, Bristol, UK -- Next Generation Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing US, which took place from 4th - 6th October at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, California, provided leading executives with an ideal framework for new business relationships to flourish.

The summit saw senior level executives from drug manufacturing companies across the US meet to discuss objectives such as streamlining manufacturing operations, and reducing cost and time to market while meeting compliance and regulatory standards.

Speakers included leading industry professionals such as George Miller, Editor, FiercePharmaManufacturing.com; Edgar Sur, Head of Operational Excellence, North America Cluster, Bayer HealthCare; and Glenn Restivo, Pharma Industry Managers, Siemens; and many more. Leading companies across the US, including Finesse, Umetrics, and Baxter sponsored the event.

Pharma manufacturing executives had ample opportunity to network with peers in a relaxed and vibrant environment.

Amos Dor, Director of Sales & Operations, Umetrics, says, "It was very good for me. I met with lots of influential people, and I think it's a good start for lots of business."

As well as comprehensive workshops, the summit involved panel discussions offering executives moderated, peer-led discussions on major industry issues. One-to-one meetings gave delegates the chance to meet with business analysts and analyst partners to discuss issues such as lean-manufacturing, MES, bioprocessing, supply chain optimization, outsourcing manufacturing and implementation of successful technology transfers.

A total of 14 workshops covered a range of exciting and pressing topics for SMBS and global giants alike. Topics included continuous manufacturing, quality assurance, R&D, supply chain management, and more.

Marisa Roth, Summit Director at GDS International, the global business event company behind NG Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing US, says, "We have always been proud of the quality of our summits, but this years' Next Generation Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing US Summit was one of our best yet. It is very rewarding to know that our events provide the environment for executives to meet and build valuable relationships that will lead to many exciting new ventures and innovations."