The event will focus on education and learning the skills necessary to achieve next-generation transformation in your labs. Subject Matter Experts who care about improving laboratory processes and the quality of work life will be present and involved.  

This event will empower you to keep pace with the massive technological changes occurring in our industry. 

Attend an Interactive, Hands-On Lab at Paperless Lab Academy® USA 2025

Building skills will help you thrive through change. And, as we’ve all witnessed, technology changes from business process management to AI and LLM are coming at us fast and furious. That’s why 20/15 Visioneers has put together four hands-on, interactive labs at The Paperless Lab Academy® USA, October 5-7, 2025.

 include: 

• Discover Cheminformatics led by Subhas Chakravorty, Ph.D. 

The powerful fusion of computational algorithms and chemical expertise transforming modern drug discovery. Learn to digitally encode chemical structures, explore chemical diversity and navigate chemical space, build predictive QSAR and machine learning models, and rapidly analyze bioactivity and ADMET (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion, and Toxicity) properties. Acquire practical skills with Python and RDKit, crucial for drug repurposing, lead optimization, and creating novel molecules with tailored properties. Explore these techniques using datasets derived from current marketed drugs. This structured course takes you from foundational concepts to advanced techniques, providing hands-on expertise essential for pharmaceutical research and molecular innovation.

• AI Prompt Engineering for Scientists led by Raminderpal Singh, Ph.D. 

Scientists regularly use tools like ChatGPT in work and home.  But how do you power-house their use without any software skills?  It’s called Prompt Engineering and it’s an art to get right.  In this Lab, you’ll design the key parameters for a clinical 1 trial for an aging compound!  We’ll set you up with best-practice  methods, so you won’t be lost.  But you will be challenged to build effective prompts.  Everything you learn will be reusable back in your workplace (and at home).

• Requirements Analysis and Business Process Mapping for Lab Optimization led by David Hessler & Semaphore Solutions 

For thirty years ELN products have been used by research and development labs, and today the still often are not delivering on their promise. Why is this? One answer is that you first need a map of how data is generated, progresses, and is consumed inside and outside your labs. In this workshop, we take a hands-on approach to analysis of the subsystems which produce and analyze data, and we produce easy-to-understand business process mapping which defines the actors, systems, and data which make up the informatics ecosystem. If you want to really leverage the value of an ELN, you need a map which describes the high-quality touch points, and the high risk integrations.

• Building No-Code LLM Workflows for Your Lab led by Raminderpal Singh, Ph.D. 

AI adds to automation, and LLMs add to AI.  But, without some insider know-how, integrating these tools into experimental workflows can be complex and lead to much technical debt.  And when software IT folks are not available, it can be frustrating.   In this lab, we’ll get our hands dirty learning about the world of “no-code” LLM tools.  This will give you a clear understanding for how they can help you build and run better experiments.   We will cover methods to ensure data privacy & security.  Coming out of the lab, you will be energized and ready to try out different LLM-based tools in your experiments!

Track themes for Paperless Lab Academy® USA 2025 Conference

The #PLA2025USA Conference,  October 6 and 7, 2025 includes: 

• In Silico-First Science in Discovery and Development (AI/ML) 

• Scientific Informatics & Scientific Data Management 

• Creating Smart and Smarter Labs 

Attendance is limited to both the labs and the main conference!  

DON´T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY 

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Join us October 5-7, for a transformative Paperless Lab Academy® (PLA) conference in Orlando, Florida held in collaboration with 20/15 Visioneers. The event will focus on education and learning the skills necessary to achieve next-generation transformation in your labs. Subject Matter Experts who care about improving laboratory processes and the quality of work life will be present and involved. Already booked are experts from AstraZeneca and Takeda.

Today’s laboratories are evolving at an unprecedented pace. The following themes reflect the real-world needs and priorities that R&D organizations must address to thrive. By adopting in-silico-first approaches, researchers can accelerate discovery and boost lab efficiency by over 60%. Robust scientific informatics and effective data management are foundational to these advancements — they form the backbone of in-silico innovation and deeper insights. Building Smart and Smarter labs is the key to making this vision a reality.

Our hands-on labs equip scientists and IT professionals with the essential skills they need to navigate and succeed in today’s dynamic R&D environment.

Event Themes

In-Silico First Science : Using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)to give a head start to your science

Scientific Informatics and Data Management : Your Data is an Asset that  must be organized and contextualized properly

Creating Smart or Smarter Labs:  Advanced automation and robotics will drive model quality data and reproducible science

Hands-On Labs

4 training sessions are programmed by Day 1

1. Building a BPM (Business Process Map) for Your Lab
2. Getting Started with Cheminformatics
3. Prompt Engineering for Scientists
4. Building No-Code LLM Workflows for Your Lab

Registration links

TICKETS: Registration is limited. Secure your admission by registering here and get ready for a new experience that will help you and your organization discover and develop more!

HOTEL: We have negotiated a discounted rate at the beautiful Florida Hotel, centrally located in downtown Orlando. Our block guarantees the lowest room rate and applies for an extended stay if you want to come early or stay late. To book your accommodations click here.

SPONSOR: Put your solutions and services in front of key decision makers. We are offering a range of sponsorship opportunities to maximize your visibility before, during, and after the event. Find out more here.

“The best events are those where experts can share and learn.  This is the culture that PLA® Orlando strives for.  It is a life sciences community event, and importantly an opportunity for you to advance your personal skillset and the capabilities across your organization,” John F. Conway, Founder & Chief Visioneer Officer, 20/15 Visioneers.

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The PLA® Conference aims to provide the framework for discussions on how to best manage data, the golden oil of any laboratory. Therefore, the speakers of the first session dedicated to this important topic introduced and developed concepts such as FAIR, Data Stewardship and Master Data Design.

PLA2025EU Takeaway: Change Management isn’t just a buzzword

Surprisingly, the panel discussion was all about people and that change management isn’t just a buzzword; shift to digital mindset determine the success in a digital transformation journey. There is a real need for effective change management programmes. Firstly, employees at all levels of the organisation need to be educated about the importance of data and the importance of managing it correctly throughout its lifecycle.

While gaining a deeper understanding of the importance of data management, the need to focus on master data and develop new approaches and new skills, such as master data designers, data stewards, etc., becomes clear.

Data stewards should become the backbone of FAIR data and high-quality data, bridging IT and science.

Last but not least, there is a need for educational initiatives on data stewardship. Universities should consider including this topic in their programmes for future lab managers and analysts.

PLA2025EU Takeaway: Users experience matters

Fact is that solution providers from the lab informatics industry also have a role to play in facilitating the digital mindset shift. User experience matters and making the tools easier to use would lead to better adoption and impact. Machine learning could be applied in many areas of laboratory processes. And of course, AI in the lab is exciting, but trust, data quality and strong governance remain top priorities.

In the numerous interactive workshops organised by our premium and gold sponsors, the presentations ranged from introducing the AI revolution in the laboratory, sharing practical approaches to realising the digital lab of the future and demonstrating the accelerated introduction of digitalised processes to presenting new solution for scheduling and planning lab activities.

PLA2025EU Takeaway: Testimonials

The feedback on this special edition of PLA2025EUROPE has been remarkable and we wanted to share some of it with you to finalise this summary.

Still energized from last week’s PLA2025EUROPE in Milan! It was an incredible opportunity to dive deep into the latest trends in data management, digital transformation, and AI in the lab. From data strategy to stewardship, governance, and FAIR data, empowering modern data ecosystems to unlock real value.Marilyne  Labasque, Lead Consultant: R&D Data Steward Lead for the Pharma Industry @ ZONTAL

I had a great experience on the first day of the PLA2025 Europe! The sessions were not only highly informative but also engaging, offering deep insights into the latest advancements in paperless lab technologies. The speakers were truly inspiring, sharing their expertise and innovative ideas. The event was impeccably organized, with seamless transitions between sessions and ample opportunities for networking with industry professionals. The atmosphere was vibrant and collaborative, making it a perfect platform for learning and exchanging ideas. I’m eagerly looking forward to the rest of the conference and the valuable knowledge it will undoubtedly continue to provide! Quality Assurance Referent @ CURRENTA

PLA2025EUROPE what a conference! For me, the main takeaway: center your digitalization strategy around people. Opportunity to exchange thoughts, lessons learned and meet great people from industry who are driving digitalization. New ideas are on the way!Global Quality Control Improvements Manager at STADA Group

It was a pleasure to be presenter in the 2025 Paperless Laboratory Academy conference in Milano. Many interesting inputs and discussions in plenary sessions and workshops. SGS contributed with a new vision on Master Data Designer for IT Laboratory Solution and shared the experience on the SGS Global/Local Laboratory Digital Strategy. Alessio Tremolada, Global Laboratory Consulting & Innovation manager @ SGS

It was an absolute honour to deliver the closing remarks at the PLA2025Europe conference, wrapping up two days of discussions and demonstrations. The experience was both professionally rewarding and incredibly enjoyable, especially with the almost full attendance and active engagement even in the final session. It’s clear that master data migrations from legacy systems are a pressing concern across various industries. Thank you to PLA for the opportunity and to my colleagues to the great panel discussion.Gunnar Zoch, Global LIMS Master Data Lead @ LONZA

The final day of the PLA2025 Europe was absolutely amazing! It was so inspiring to see that, no matter where we are in the world or the size of our company, we all face the same challenges when it comes to digitalization: acceptance, cost-time factors, and the willingness to embrace change. The sessions were incredibly practical and provided some amazing solutions and strategies to tackle these issues, making them extremely relevant and valuable. The event was incredibly well-organised, and the collaborative atmosphere fostered some truly great discussions and networking opportunities. It was a fantastic conclusion to an excellent conference, and I’m excited to apply what I’ve learned. Quality Assurance Referent @ CURRENTA

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Next coming edition in 2025:

PLA2025USA | Orlando | October

PLA2025India | Hyderabad | November

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[Madrid, February 7^th, 2025] – Paperless Lab Academy® is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with 20/15 Visioneers, a leader in digital+ transformation and innovation in labs.

This exciting partnership aims to elevate upcoming Paperless Lab Academy® conferences by combining industry expertise, shared commitment to advancing digital technologies in the lab, promoting seamless integration and supporting change management by fostering a digital mindset while complying with industry regulations.

A New Era of Digital Transformation for Laboratories

This collaboration will bring together thought leaders, innovators and technology experts in the field of laboratory digitization to discuss all related topics, with a focus on scientific informatics and scientific data management to help laboratories embrace the latest trends, solutions and best practices.

The PLA® conference has built a reputation for high quality content and active networking with the laboratory informatics industry and has expanded internationally with editions in Europe, India and the USA… “We are thrilled to join forces with 20/15 Visioneers and pool our collective expertise in laboratory automation and digitalization to support the expansion of the PLA® Conferences and reach every laboratory in every industry,” comments Isabel Muñoz-Willery Ph.D., founder and owner of NL42 Consulting, owner and event director of the PLA® Conferences.

20/15 Visioneers has built a global reputation for its virtual events, superior scientific content generation, and new Pathfinders™ outdoor networking offering.  If there was any scientific or laboratory informatics-oriented conference in the world, it would be the PLA®.  “We are excited about this synergistic endeavour and look forward to expanding its reach and excellence in networking and knowledge sharing,” says John F. Conway, Founder and Chief Visioneer Officer at 20/15 Visioneers

About 20/15 Visioneers

20/15 Visioneers is at the forefront of the laboratory technology revolution, specializing in delivering high-impact solutions for digitalizing laboratory operations. It is committed to helping labs harness the full potential of their data, achieve insilico-first, and leverage its model quality data for more and faster insights. 20/15 Visioneers brings innovative tools and a visionary approach to laboratory transformation, focusing on enhancing data integrity, streamlining workflows, and driving measurable results.

Press Contact: John F. Conway
Founder and Chief Visioneer Officer

20/15 Visioneers
www.20visioneers15.com
john@20visioneers15.com

About Paperless Lab Academy® Conferences

Paperless Lab Academy® is an internationally recognized conference series that brings together laboratory professionals and technology innovators to explore the intersection of digital transformation, automation, and compliance in the laboratory environment. The PLA’s mission is to provide actionable insights, practical solutions, and a platform for collaboration among the world’s leading experts in laboratory digitization.

The Paperless Lab Academy® is owned and organised by NL42 consulting, an independent consultancy firm whose services focus on the digitalisation of laboratory and quality processes.  At NL42, we believe that discussions at the PLA® Conferences should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their experience and stage of their digital transformation journey.

For more information on Paperless Lab Academy® and to register for upcoming events, visit www.paperlesslabacademy.com

Press Contact: Isabel Muñoz-Willery Ph.D.
Owner and Event Director
Paperless Lab Academy®
isabel.munoz@NL42.com

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However, to create a truly digital lab, it is not enough to implement advanced technologies, but a thoughtful balance between the people, processes and systems that form the basis of lab operations is required.

This special session at the 12th edition of the PLA® Conference Europe (March, Milan) will address the many challenges encountered on the road to digitalisation. From user adoption and adapting organisational culture to rethinking processes for maximum efficiency and ensuring that systems, instruments and data streams— are seamlessly connected, every aspect is critical to success.

We would like to thank Bob McDowall, Christine Mladek and Jens Donath for leading this session with strong presentations, followed by a panel discussion moderated by Isabel Muñoz-Willery.

Digitalisation & Strategy for Interfacing

Christine Mladek, Head of Global QC Network Management at Boehringer Ingelheim will share her extensive experience about cooperating and collaborating for successful digitalisation projects.

The digitalisation of quality control laboratories requires effective communication and collaboration between IT, Quality Management and Users.  This collaborative approach ensures alignment on project timelines, optimises resource utilisation, minimises transition tome, streamlines implementation and promotes continual improvement. Key factors for success include adherence to lab equipment standards, process standardisation, user-adapted trainings, submission changes and behavioural transformation.  Support from management, process/system owners and a robust governance structure are essential for the successful transformation.

People at the Core: Overcoming challenges and unlocking opportunities in digital lab transformation

Jens Donath, Head Project Management Quality at Lonza will highlight the critical role of people in achieving a successful transition to a paperless lab. He will  emphasizes the importance of managing both end-users and technical project teams, addressing resistance to change, cultural shifts, and the need for skill development. Focus is given to ensuring collaboration between the operational and technical teams.

The impact of Regulations and Data Integrity guidance on process redesign

Bob McDowall, Director at R D McDowall Ltd, will focus his presentation on the regulatory compliance aspect of digitisation projects.

When digitalising a regulated laboratory, understanding and simplifying a process is key to unlocking business benefits. However, any redesigned process must ensure that applicable regulations and data integrity guidance documents are complid with. This starts with ensuring that each application selected has the functionality to automate the process and ensure integrity of the records acquired, processed and reported.

How to adopt new Technologies and remain Compliant

To conclude the three presentations, the panel discussion, moderated by Isabel Muñoz-Willery, Ph.D., Owner and Event Director of PLA® Conferences, will continue the discussion and engage with the audience on how to avoid being overwhelmed by compliance requirements while adopting the latest technologies.

Join us as we explore best practises, real-world case studies and actionable strategies for overcoming these hurdles. Whether you are just starting to digitise your lab or looking to refine and optimise your existing efforts, this session will provide valuable insights to help you drive transformation with confidence.

Let’s reinvent the future of labs together — where digitalisation is not a challenge, but an opportunity.

Follow us to stay informed about all the other sessions we are preparing with thought leaders from Roche Diagnostics, Lonza, Menarini, Esteve, Walloon Agricultural Research Centre and others.

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Laboratories are striving for more and more automated and digitalised processes. They are embarking on numerous transformational projects, empowered by their corporate strategies and business priorities.

While doing so, the desire to embrace data centric approach grows within the stakeholders and as such Data moves to the centre of basically all decision-making.Therefore, the effective management of digital information becomes critical to the advancement of scientific research, innovation and informed decision-making.

FAIR, the guiding principle for optimising usability of digital data

This is when the FAIR concept, Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Reusable, is proving to be a guiding principle for optimising the management and usability of digital data.

The FAIR principles were first introduced in 2016 in a groundbreaking publication that addressed the challenges associated with the growing volume, complexity and fragmentation of digital data in various disciplines.

The core idea behind FAIR is to ensure that data is not only stored securely but also curated in a way that makes it discoverable, understandable and applicable in different contexts.

Unlike traditional data management practises, which often focus only on retention, FAIR emphasises the need for data to serve as a resource for future innovation. By adhering to these principles, collaboration in data sharing can be enhanced, facilitating the reproducibility of scientific work and maximising the value of digital resources.

The FAIR principles benefit a wide range of stakeholders. They enable researchers to find relevant datasets efficiently, provide standardised protocols for accessing data, ensure compatibility between different systems and tools, and allow datasets to be reused in new and innovative ways.

FAIR not only brings tangible scientific and economic benefits but also contributes to building a solid foundation for open science, ethical data management and sustainable knowledge ecosystems.

PLA® European edition, Central Theme: “Connecting. Empowering. Accelerating.”

The 12^th edition of the PLA® European Conference, Central Theme: “Connecting. Empowering. Accelerating.”, will lay the groundwork for a deeper exploration of how FAIR principles can address today’s data stewardship challenges while fostering a culture of transparency, collaboration and innovation.

Mastering Data Stewardship at PLA2025Europe 

Data stewardship ensures that data is sustainably FAIR. This involves knowing and documenting what types of data an organisation holds, assessing data quality, understanding where data assets are located and monitoring data usage.

In this way, it ensures effective management and monitoring of data throughout its lifecycle and guarantees its quality, security, privacy and accessibility. In this way, high-quality data is accessible, usable, secure and, above all, trustworthy, which should make it possible to quickly detect quality problems with new data.

In summary, data stewardship provides the operational backbone for implementing and sustaining the FAIR principles, while FAIR provides a structured framework to guide and measure stewardship efforts. Together, they enable sound data management and maximise the value of data for science, innovation and decision-making.

At the PLA® Conference, we are proud to offer this special session with the valued contribution of industry leaders from Astrazeneca, SGS, the University of Southampton, Physical Sciences Data Infrastructure initiative and Zontal.

Follow us to stay informed about all the other sessions we are preparing with thought leaders from Roche Diagnostics, Lonza, Menarini, Esteve, Walloon Agricultural Research Centre and others.

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Thanks to its new partnership with IA Meetings, the PLA will celebrate its 5th Indian edition on 15 and 16 October in Mumbai at the Holiday Inn International Airport.

The conference brings together industry leaders and solution providers in an environment designed to encourage mutual interaction and exchange of views during plenary sessions and themed interactive workshops. The conference also includes in-depth workshops, such as training sessions, to understand the why and how of the topics discussed.

Isabel Muñoz-Willery Ph.D., owner and event director of Paperless Lab Academy®, said:

“ We believe that PLA® conferences in India will reach a new level of delivery by partnering with IA Meetings. IA-Meetings brings a professional team with extensive experience in event management and will support us in meeting our standards and reputation while keeping the needs of the APAC industry in mind.”

 Ms. Bhanu Yadav, Director at IA-Meetings, commented:

 “ IA-Meetings is delighted to collaborate with Paperless Lab Academy® for the 5th Indian Edition, which enables us to build a platform that encourages exchange of knowledge and ideas for digital data management in laboratories and transform the field of lab informatics in India.”

About the Paperless Lab Academy®

The PLA® conferences take place annually in Europe ( 11th edition in 2024), India ( 5th edition in 2024) and the USA ( 2nd edition in 2025).

The PLA® is aimed at directors and managers of R&D, IT, QC, QA, Operational Excellence from the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, biotech, consumer goods, food and beverage, petrochemical and chemical industries.

The conference provides the ideal platform for everyone involved in the digital transformation journey for their laboratories operations.  They find a programme carefully crafted to discuss the most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities in the digital lab space.

About IA-Meetings

 IA-Meetings is a distinguished professional conference-organizing company boasting over two decades of expertise. With a global presence spanning offices in India, Singapore, UAE, and Canada, our seasoned team at IA Meetings is dedicated to delivering exceptional event experiences. We are committed to leveraging optimal resources, cutting-edge technology, unparalleled expertise, and personalized services to seamlessly orchestrate our clients’ events. Beyond merely organizing gatherings, we aspire to facilitate successful convergences of people that yield outcomes exceeding client expectations. www.ia-meetings.com

You can always find more information about the #PLA2024India at www.paperlesslabacademy.com/india

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Become a Data Citizen

“Digital transformation is not just about buying or upgrading technology, but also about creating a digital mindset”.

Strategic workforce planning (SWP) is therefore required to unleash organisational potential. The SWP concept presented by Andreas Steinle from Roche showed how important it is to align HR strategies and organisational goals and prepare for the future by adapting the work culture, adapting to change, and remaining attractive to existing and new talent.

This is the moment when Andreas challenged the audience to think about implementing a new training policy, because all employees of the organisation need to be trained not only in data integrity, but also in the importance of FAIR data, so that they become data citizens.

Digital Mindset Shift for successful DX journey

When attending the PLA® conferences, there are numerous opportunities to get in touch with solution providers. In the exhibition hall, networking sessions and sponsored workshops, discussions focused on products and systems that meet a need.

>While technology is an enabler of digital transformation, it is not the solution. A business transformation solution requires multiple skilled teams, a change management strategy and emphasises the need for employee training and cultural change.

However, to support the digital mindset shift, intuitive solutions with a simple user interface and a limited number of clicks to perform a procedure were mentioned several times to laboratory informatics providers.

Not everyone is willing to switch if they are already struggling with the simple login process, have forgotten their password and can be a potential risk factor in terms of data integrity and security for the organisation. On the other hand, companies cannot remain idle when they are competing for new applicants who bring new necessary skills and actively demand digitalised processes through modern technologies.

Quality Culture, part of Corporate Core Beliefs

Quality Culture does not come with an “On” button that magically transforms an organisation.  Thanks  to the presentations delivered by Bob McDowall and Marie Jorna, Quality Director, Data Integrity & Digitalization Center of Excellence at MSD Animal Health, it seemed obvious to everyone why a quality culture is important in an organisation.

Whilst Bob started straight away by saying that for him a culture of quality is the condicio sine qua non for data integrity. He makes it clear that it is the job of management with leadership responsibility to create a quality culture where employees understand that data integrity is a core value of the organisation and where employees are encouraged to identify and promptly report data integrity issues.

The Iceberg of Ignorance

The iceberg of ignorance has made it very clear that ultimately management needs to be more aware of how work is being done and what the problems are, e.g. through Gemba walks.

Every employee should have data integrity objectives in their job description

As an example, among other warnings, he cited the Stason and Tender Corp FDA warnings letters from July 2020, which stated: “Management needs knowledge of computer systems” – key for digitalisation projects!

“The Iceberg of Ignorance”, a study popularly attributed to consultant Sidney Yoshida concludes:  “Only 4% of an organization’s front-line problems are known by top management, 9% are known by middle management, 74% by supervisors and 100% by employees…”

Although the Yoshida study involved numerous mid-sized organizations, the basic findings tend to be the same in organizations of any size.

Here some extra reading from 2017 MHRA blog

• Too much pressure: a behavioural approach to Data Integrity (Part 1) – MHRA Inspectorate (blog.gov.uk)
• Too much pressure: a behavioural approach to Data Integrity (Part 2) – MHRA Inspectorate (blog.gov.uk)

Quality Culture Definition

Complementing Bob in this session dedicated to quality culture, Marie Jorna from MSD Animal Health brought the perspective of quality officers working on educational initiatives across all facilities in her organisation.

She proposed a definition for quality culture: “habits, norms, values and standards of organisational behaviour that influence the quality of products”. However, from her experience, Marie also pointed out that building a common culture involves all cultures and subcultures, proposing customised training, creating a community of practise, spreading knowledge about the regulations, encouraging people to speak out.

The aim is to instil a sense of quality culture in everyone so that they become digital, gain efficiency and productivity while fully complying with regulations.

I am personally delighted that the human aspect of DX projects was so well received at PLA2024Europe.

We are grateful to all our #PLA2024Europe keynote speakers, presenters and panellists for being so open about their digital transformation experiences, challenges, benefits, reflections and conclusions.

Last but not least, this edition was also very special because we were able to welcome so many women on stage and in the audience.

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Most importantly, these workshops are an opportunity to gain an incredible overview of what the laboratory informatics industry has to offer today. Many PLA® conference attendees have highlighted the benefits of the various workshops as a great alternative to the often overly commercialised one-to-one demonstrations.

It has been our experience that successful organisations ensure that all relevant departments are represented so that they can benefit from the various sessions and discuss their issues live.

Workshops content at a glance (6/6)

Tuesday 12 March 2024  | 11:30 – 12:30 | Premium Workshop in Parallel Session

During this presentation, Ms Tamara McKenna will explore how laboratory digital transformation can help scientists overcome the challenges and barriers that hinder their innovation and growth potential. She will also provide examples and share best practices of how digital transformation – and the implementation of a LIMS can enable organisations not only to achieve greater efficiency and productivity but make an impact in their fields. Read more …

Tuesday 12 March 2024  | 11:30 – 12:30 | Premium Workshop in Parallel Session

Whether you need to capture a measurement, enter additional data and perform calculation replacing an Excel spreadsheet or any paper document remaining in the laboratory, we have the solution for you. With our web and mobile application Dilab – Digital laboratory you can turn your data collection forms, spreadsheets and logbooks into electronic forms, that you can fill-in through any browser and approve with electronic signature. Through our approach, the original layout of your documents is retained, simplifying the adoption of digital forms by analysts. Read more …

Tuesday 12 March 2024  | 15:45 – 16:45 | Gold Workshop in Parallel Session

Science is complex and scientists need digital solutions that satisfy their specialized and evolving requirements with simplicity and ease, thus reducing the need for IT professionals to support them in their daily tasks.
During this session Mr. Gabriele Magaró will explore how the Sapio Sciences Lab Informatics Platform inherently enables scientists to build their own workflows and processes, collaborate effectively with their peers inside and outside their organisation, and have all the data at their fingertips. Read more …

Tuesday 12 March 2024  | 15:45 – 16:45 | Gold Workshop in Parallel Session

The introduction of LIMS software is a critical process for the digitisation of every laboratory. Human factor, technology and project governance are just some of the challenges that Lab professionals face for successful implementation.
In this context, the synergy between laboratory and technology partner is the key factor for a seamless transition to a paperless environment.
Eusoft and Zeta Farmaceutici Group talk about best practices to create the perfect chemistry in a path of digitalization of the Lab and present the real case of a LIMS SaaS (Software as a Service) implementation in the cloud for a pharmaceutical company. Read more …

Tuesday 12 March 2024  | 16:50 – 17:50| Gold Workshop in Parallel Session

Join us for a dynamic workshop where we unveil OpenLab 2.8, a cutting-edge solution poised to transform laboratory operations. In the first part, discover how we are addressing our customers needs with new features that come with OpenLab 2.8.Afterwards, we’ll delve into the world of chromatography automation, exploring techniques to streamline workflows and optimize results. Don’t miss this opportunity to harness the power of innovation in your lab processes. Let’s build a connection that truly matters. Read more …

Tuesday 12 March 2024  | 16:50 – 17:50| Gold Workshop in Parallel Session

As laboratories evolve, so do their demands for efficiency, agility, and informed decision making. Join our workshop to discover how embracing on-demand cloud technology is pivotal in achieving these goals. In our interactive session, you’ll gain insights into the indispensable role of cloud computing in shaping the lab of tomorrow. Explore how LabVantage solutions with cloud capabilities empower you with AI-driven search, analysis, and automation. Uncover real-world case studies showcasing the immediate and longterm benefits of leveraging cloud computing in laboratory workflows. Read more …

Deep Dive Workshops – a Training opportunity  (2/2)

Wednesday 13 March 2024  | 13:30 – 16:30|  Parallel Training Session

There is no point implementing any computerised system without delivering substantial business benefits.  As a corollary, automating the current analytical process is bad idea as it is likely to be slow and inefficient and automation results in a slow, inefficient and expensive semi-automated process.

Process understanding is a critical but often overlooked component of laboratory automation and digitalisation.  It is unlikely that current business processes in a laboratory can be automated effectively if computerised systems are used in hybrid mode (signed paper printouts of electronic records), paper records are used and manual input to one or more spreadsheets. Read more …

Wednesday 13 March 2024  | 13:30 – 16:30|  Parallel Training Session

This deep dive workshop aims for preparing you for the application of laboratory digitisation on a large scale through the use of data and communication standards.
As you go through the session, you will understand the role of data and communication standards in facilitating this process.
The session will begin with an overview of SiLA and AnIML standards. We will then explore the use of repeatable patterns to apply laboratory digitisation at scale and conclude with a live session using real instruments. Read more …

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