Newsletter | May 29, 2025

05.29.25 -- Squeezing CDMOs Dry? One Big Pharma VP Says Enough Is Enough

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We know how tough it can be to find the right CDMO, especially when capacity is tight and timelines are critical. That's why you’ll find our collection of recent Outsourced Pharma Capacity Update presentations so valuable. Our April Partners Week Update details the latest capabilities and available capacity from 40 leading CDMOs – and you can experience it all from the convenience of your screen. View the on-demand sessions for the modalities that fit your needs.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

8 Key Partner Quality Attributes Your CDMO Must Have

Due to the growing demand for biotech innovations, many industry stakeholders turn to CDMOs to manage the complexity and cost of drug development and manufacturing.

Formulation, Process Development For High-Concentration Biologics

Delve into the specific challenges encountered in the development of high-concentration formulations and gain an overview of current state-of-the-art solutions for subcutaneous administration.

Insights And Strategies For GMP Manufacturing Of RNA-Lipid Nanoparticles

The emergence of RNA-encapsulated-lipid nanoparticles has introduced a seismic shift in biopharma innovation. But how will the industry adapt to diversifying applications and scales going forward?

FEATURED EDITORIAL

Squeezing CDMOs Dry? One Big Pharma VP Says Enough Is Enough

A Big Pharma professional is battling in the ring of outsourcing ideas, and she’s in the CDMO’s corner. Lynn Cinelli, VP Global Biologics Supply Chain, Bristol Myers Squibb, is fighting against sponsors who don’t see how inefficiencies and flawed thinking fall hard on their external partners.

Formulation Is Key For Y-mAbs' Self-Assembling Antibody

The radiotherapy company's novel SADA construct uses self-assembling tetramers to deliver isotopes directly to cancer cells for a highly targeted, less toxic treatment.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS CONTINUED

Plan Your CDMO Search On A Foundation For Long-Term Success

Capacity constraints typically are accompanied by other challenges, including missed timelines, defect rates, and overall decreased satisfaction with pharma companies’ bioprocessing CDMOs.

Advancements In Microbial Manufacturing Of Biopharmaceuticals

Take a closer look at the evolution and future potential of microbial manufacturing to uncover how digital tools can revolutionize development and production processes.

Understanding The Importance, Proper Execution Of Process Development

High-quality process development aims to maintain a consistent process from toxicology through to GMP production runs, and can be aided by a capable, adaptable CDMO.

The Right Scale At The Right Time To Accelerate Your Market Supply

Explore challenges in today’s changing market and solutions to help successfully develop and manufacture lifesaving products.

CM Partnering For Adaptable, Accelerated Market Acceptance

The need for manufacturing support that offers adaptable, scalable solutions has become more crucial than ever for the diagnostic space.

Achieving Rapid, High-Titer Expression For Next-Generation Biologics

This advanced cell line development technology overcomes production challenges related to the expression and scalability of complex biologics.

SOLUTIONS

Improving Cell Line Development Efficiency With AbZelect

This solution enhances efficiency by streamlining timelines and reducing risks in downstream processes. It helps developers navigate the IND pathway more effectively and meet critical milestones.

SUREmAb — Monoclonal Antibody Development, The Way It's Meant To Be

Leverage robust development strategies and enable an optimized process for mAb development and manufacturing, efficiency, and speed with exceptional quality, and high titers with lower-cost workflows.

Scalable, cGMP-Ready AAV And LV Platform Processes

Our expertise and capabilities allowed us to produce our own HEK293 production cell lines utilizing a wide variety of upstream platforms including iCellis, Cell Stacks, Univercells, and Stirred-Tank Reactors.

European Center Of Excellence For Clinical Biologics

Witness how our proven expertise and simplified execution with development, filling, and analytical under one roof ensure safe, efficacious products reach patients in need.

Discover A Platform For Antibodies With Increased ADCC Activity

Compatible with various host cell lines, works across multiple vector configurations, this platform for antibodies with increased ADCC activity reduces core fucose within any cell line.

Simtra Capabilities Overview

Whether you aim to launch your innovative product on a global scale, enhance your formulation, or proactively manage risks, Simtra is here to support you in fulfilling your commitments to patients.

Surfactant Analysis Services

Our Drug Product Services (DPS) delivers a holistic approach to DP development that anticipates and prevents problems early, and ensures the result is a product that is fit for purpose.

OUTSOURCED PHARMA CAPACITY UPDATE

Find Your New CDMO At Outsourced Pharma Capacity Update

CDMOs in biologics, cell and gene, and small molecule share their capabilities and available capacities. See for yourself why this virtual event has become a wildly popular resource to identify options for your development and manufacturing needs.

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