Conference catch-up: Navigating the evolving CDMO landscape

Run time

16 minutes, 5 seconds

Contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) are reshaping pharmaceutical production, playing a pivotal role in supply chain stability and driving innovation. In today’s fast-evolving environment, CDMOs help life sciences companies enhance speed, flexibility, and efficiency, which ultimately advances access to life-saving therapies. To support this progress, Norstella provides tailored insights, tools and intelligence solutions that empower companies to make informed decisions and optimize their manufacturing partnerships.

This year at CPHI Milan, our team observed key industry trends, including innovations to strengthen supply chains and enhance sustainable practices. We also celebrated excellence in the generics sector at Citeline’s (a Norstella company) 11th Annual Global Generics & Biosimilars Awards. Following the conference, Andrea Charles, VP of custom content at Norstella, and Andrew Warmington, Citeline’s manufacturing editor, joined Izabela Chmielewska, managing editor of custom content, to discuss major takeaways – from the BIOSECURE Act’s influence on global operations to advancements in biomanufacturing. Together, they explored how Norstella and Citeline drive solutions to streamline the journey from pipeline to patient.

Frequently asked questions

What role do CDMOs play in the pharmaceutical industry?
CDMOs help pharmaceutical and life sciences companies improve manufacturing speed, flexibility, scalability, and supply chain stability, enabling faster and more efficient delivery of therapies to patients.
Key trends included innovations aimed at strengthening global supply chains, advancing sustainable manufacturing practices, improving biomanufacturing capabilities, and adapting to evolving regulatory and geopolitical pressures.
How could the BIOSECURE Act impact pharmaceutical manufacturing and operations?
The BIOSECURE Act may influence how organizations manage global manufacturing partnerships, supply chain strategies, and operational risk, particularly regarding international sourcing and biopharmaceutical production relationships.
How does Norstella support pharmaceutical manufacturing and commercialization strategies?
Norstella provides data, intelligence, analytics, and tailored insights that help organizations optimize CDMO partnerships, improve operational decision-making, strengthen supply chains, and accelerate the path from pipeline to patient.
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Andrea Charles
VP, Custom Content, Norstella
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Andrew Warmington
Manufacturing Editor, Citeline
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Izabela Chmielewska
Managing Editor of Custom Content, Norstella
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Andrea Charles
VP, Custom Content, Norstella
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Andrew Warmington
Manufacturing Editor, Citeline
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Izabela Chmielewska
Managing Editor of Custom Content, Norstella

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