- Date: Mar 19 - 20, 2026
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Engineering and validation are converging and the Pharmaceutical Engineering Summit 2026 is where that integration takes shape. This focused program brings together process, automation, and facility engineers to share best practices in designing, commissioning, and qualifying modern GxP environments. From Automation Lifecycle Qualification (ALQ) to Utilities 4.0, predictive maintenance, and AI-driven facility monitoring, discover how engineering excellence drives compliance, sustainability, and operational performance.
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What You’ll Learn
Engineer data-ready, flexible facilities that support digital validation and CQV 4.0
Implement Automation Lifecycle Qualification (ALQ) using CSA and risk principles
Perform Design Qualification (DQ) with BIM modeling and digital twins
Embed AI and IoT monitoring into utilities, HVAC, and water systems Build predictive
Maintenance programs for inspection-ready reliability
Integrate data integrity controls across automation and building systems
Streamline handover from engineering to quality using digital records
Apply risk-based commissioning and qualification for efficient resource use
Special Features
One concentrated track of engineering-driven case studies and workshops
Deep dives into Utilities 4.0, DQ, ALQ, and automation integration
Exclusive AI in Facilities & Predictive Maintenance module
Panel on Engineering for Compliance 4.0 exploring design and regulatory alignment
Collaboration sessions bridging Validation and Engineering disciplines
Who Should Attend
Professionals involved in engineering, design, and automation within regulated environments, including:
Process, Project, and Automation Engineers
CQV and Commissioning Managers
Facility Design and Engineering Leads
Validation and Quality Engineering Teams
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