From Global to Local: Building Resilient Pharma Supply Chains Through Local-for-Local Manufacturing
Day 3 Manufacturing 5.0 Stage
08/10/2026 11:30 - 11:55am
Contributors
Jennifer Dragan : Director of Global Business Development - Contract Manufacturing - Fresenius Kabi
Philippe Drechsle : Vice-President Commercial Product Strategy – Region Europe, International and APAC - Fresenius Kabi
As pharmaceutical supply chains face increasing pressure from global disruptions, regulatory complexity, and shifting market demand, local-for-local manufacturing is emerging as a critical strategy for resilience and agility. This session explores how regionalized manufacturing models are enabling faster response times, improved supply continuity, and stronger alignment with local regulatory and patient needs.
Drawing on real-world industry experience, Jennifer Dragan will examine the evolving role of contract manufacturing organisations (CMOs) in supporting localised supply strategies while maintaining global scale and operational excellence.
Attendees will gain insights into key drivers accelerating this shift, practical considerations for implementation, and how organisations can effectively balance efficiency, flexibility, and risk in a more distributed supply chain model.