Industry

Careers in the chemical and life sciences industry

In short

The chemical and life sciences sectors are undergoing a transition where speed, efficiency and reliability are key. Digitalisation plays a crucial role in this transformation, from research and development to production and supply chain management. With smart IT solutions and in-depth knowledge of production processes, ICT Group provides future-proof solutions for flexible, safe, and efficient production processes, including ERP integration, MES and process control (PLC/Scada/DCS).

Chemical & Pharmaceutical

The life sciences industry needs to bring medicines to market faster and more cost-effectively to meet the growing demand from patients and healthcare providers. Digitalisation supports this need through more efficient data collection and analysis with tools such as ELN and LIMS. Additionally, advanced data analytics, modeling, and artificial intelligence (AI) play a key role in research processes.

In production, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) ensure optimal production planning and execution, while Process Analytical Technology (PAT) enables real-time monitoring and optimization. This results in shorter lead times, lower costs, higher quality, and less waste.

The chemical industry requires flexible IT solutions for both batch and bulk production, with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and safety. In fine chemicals and biochemistry, the emphasis is on customer-specific batch processes, while petrochemicals focus on large volumes and long production cycles with direct process control and data collection. Functional safety and the integration of IT and OT play a crucial role in both sectors.

Our professionals possess in-depth knowledge of control, information, and knowledge technologies in the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. They develop advanced applications for:

Model Predictive Control (MPC): For accurate process models and efficient production.
Statistical Process Control (SPC): For continuous quality control and process optimization.
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES): For optimized production planning and execution.
Asset Management (AM): For maximum efficiency and safety of production installations.
Recipe and Transition Management: For flexible and accurate production processes.