Globally Pharmaceutical, Biotech and Medical Device manufacturers are under increasing pressure to reduce research and manufacturing cycle times and inventory, improve product quality and increase capacity utilization whilst driving down operational costs, increasing speed-to-market and achieving competitive advantage in an increasingly regulated environment. This conference brings to you both global and local perspectives on the changing environment through shared experience, best practices and insights as companies embrace new processes and technologies.

You can benefit by staying well-informed on the topics that will be covered during the conference, including Regulatory changes & impacts (TGA/ PIC/S), Lean Manufacturing, Process Validation, GAMP5, Risk Assessment, Clean Rooms, Project Management, Good Distribution Practices, Environmental challenges, Quality Management Systems and Efficient and Effective Compliance. Networking activities, exhibits, and special events allow for one-on-one time with colleagues for further knowledge and best practice sharing.

The Australasia conference in 2009 will enable delegates to :

• Participate in workshops on Sunday afternoon 13^th September.

Hear keynote addresses from:

• Robert P. Best
• Bruce Davis
• Professor Ian Frazer
• Chris Proctor
• David Selby
• Michel Lok
• Jacques Morenas

Leadership Forum:
Chaired By:Robert W Tribe

• Attend presentations across three streams - Operational Excellence, Compliance and Facilities, Process and Project Management.
• Network & build relationships at the Dinner with entertainment on the Monday evening 14^th September.
• Opportunity to discuss the latest range of equipment, Technology, Products and Services which will be on display at the Trade show booths
• Support a Student Poster Competition presented by Australasia University Students