Biopharmaceutical supply chains are complex, customized for each product, and globally dispersed, leaving the industry vulnerable to disruptions that may prohibit it from delivering medicines to patients. To address these challenges, the industry needs a robust, real-time, digital infrastructure for data exchange across supply networks.

NIIMBL and CESMII, the Smart Manufacturing Institute, have partnered with support from the Gates Foundation to explore developing and implementing a Supply Chain Data Exchange framework leveraging CESMII’s Smart Manufacturing Supply Chain model. To begin the project, we are looking for representatives from large biopharmaceutical companies, suppliers, academia, and other supply chain experts to participate in a 2.5-hour virtual workshop tentatively scheduled for April 11, 2025. From 11:00 am to 1:30 pm ET.

The goal of the workshop is to convene pharma industry leaders to address supply chain resilience. The initial virtual workshop will be followed by a second workshop later in 2025 with subject matter experts based on the use cases identified during the initial workshop. If you would like to participate, complete the interest form. NIIMBL will review interested individuals and send invitations by email during or around the week of March 10, 2025.

Please note: NIIMBL will limit the number of workshop participants to ensure a balanced mix of stakeholder groups and perspectives.

The wait is over! Smart Manufacturing Mindset, hosted by CESMII & SME is back for Season 2 – and we’re taking the conversation to the next level!

This season, we’re unlocking real-world strategies and actionable insights with industry leaders, technology partners, educators, and the entire manufacturing ecosystem.

What’s in store?
✅ Organizational Design & Change Management
✅ The Role of Technology Partners
✅ Building Trust & Driving Collaboration
✅ Skill Development for the Future
…and so much more!

🎙️ Hosted by Jeff Winter this season brings thought-provoking discussions with the Smart Manufacturing Executive Council and key industry experts.

📅 Don’t Miss the first episode of Season 2 – March 25th @ 1 PM EST!
We’re kicking off with a deep dive into leadership’s role in Smart Manufacturing success—from strategic vision to resource allocation and beyond.

Discover the power of smart manufacturing transformation with CESMII Certified Roadmap Professional Tim Stuart, a true exemplar in providing SM Roadmap support to SMMs. In this 40-minute webinar Tim will guide you through a live demonstration of the CESMII #SmartManufacturing roadmap—showcasing a real-world example of the assessment process, key findings, and how to build a data-driven roadmap for smarter, more efficient operations.

🔹 Understand the CESMII assessment framework
🔹 Identify opportunities for operational improvement
🔹 Learn how to create a scalable roadmap for Smart Manufacturing success

Don’t miss this chance to learn from an industry leader and see firsthand how CESMII’s methodology can revolutionize your manufacturing process. 

Project Objective: The goal of this project is to develop a smart manufacturing workforce model that leverages existing education and workforce training systems to establish a comprehensive Smart Manufacturing worker training program that can be replicated across a region or the nation.  

Learn more about this exciting partnership in our latest member press release.