ISPE Names Genentech the 2023 Facility of the Year Awards Overall Winner
Summary
In May 2023, Genentechs CSC received the 2023 FOYA Pharma 4.0™ Category Award for its industry leadership in the application of bold objectives and end-to-end planning, innovation in applying digital technologies, deep team alignment, and challenging paradigms, which resulted in the development of a cutting-edge manufacturing facility that delivers improved outcomes in terms of construction, safety, sustainability, facility productivity, and improved patient access to innovative medicines. As a small-volume clinical biologics facility, the CSC is built for agility and speed while maintaining high-quality standards for the safety of patients. Designed to serve as a template for future Genentech facilities, the CSCs integrated automation, robotics, and operations management systems facilitate seamless control by a central team. The Genentech Clinical Supply Center (CSC) showcases the power of setting ambitious goals, comprehensive planning, harnessing innovation in digital technologies, fostering collaboration, and redefining established norms. The FOYA program provides a platform for the pharmaceutical science and manufacturing industry to showcase its accomplishments in facility design, construction, and operation while sharing the development of new applications of technology and cutting-edge approaches.