Tom Kissling | pRED Lab Automation Partner
F. Hoffmann La Roche

Tom Kissling is a skilled professional known in the life science industry for his expertise in Lab Automation & Robotics. With a career spanning over 30 years @ F. Hoffmann - La Roche Ltd, Tom has established himself as a leader in the field of R&D Automation and Operations. He is recognized for his creative and innovative approaches resulting in numerous technology patents and commitment to excellence making an impact by consistently delivering outstanding results. Throughout his career, Tom has been involved in numerous successful projects and initiatives, demonstrating his ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-changing environment. He is a founding member of the SiLA standardization consortium and still active as a director of the board. In addition to his professional achievements, he is also passionate about the cultural heritage of Basel namely the Basler Fasnacht and supports a charity organization with its own aid projects in Nepal.

Appearances:

Day 1: 27th May @ 12:15

From connectivity to intelligent automation: lab workflows at scale to be future proof

Lab digitalization is evolving beyond simple device connectivity—true automation requires intelligent workflows, interoperability, and AI-driven decision-making. In this session, experts from Labforward and Roche will discuss how large-scale lab connectivity is enabling real-time process automation, share lessons learned from connecting 700+ devices, and explore the next steps toward scalable, AI-powered lab operations. Join us to discover how labs can move from data collection to intelligent action.

Tom Kissling, pRED Lab Automation Partner, F. Hoffmann La Roche

Jan-Marten Buch, Head of Business Development- Laboperator, LABFORWARD

Day 2: 28th May @ 15:15

Closing panel: What is in store of the future of robotics in the lab?

From Humanoid bipedal robots to dual arm and drones.

What are the current robotic trends and trajectory are these are on?
What has been done in other industries - successes stories?
What should we (the lab community) be doing in the coming years to continue innovation in the lab?

Moderator: Patrick Courtney, member of board of Directors, SiLA Consortium