Alan Shefflin
About Alan Shefflin
Alan Shefflin is the Head of Digital Capability Management at Bristol-Myers Squibb's Cruiserath facility, with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Alan Shefflin is currently employed at Bristol-Myers Squibb, specifically at the Cruiserath facility. He joined the company in March 2015 and serves as the Head of Digital Capability Management. This role involves overseeing digital strategies and initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and innovation within the organization. Bristol-Myers Squibb is a renowned global biopharmaceutical company, making significant strides in areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, and immunology.
Title: Head of Digital Capability Management
As the Head of Digital Capability Management at BMS Cruiserath, Alan Shefflin is responsible for spearheading digital transformation efforts. His role includes managing the development and implementation of digital tools and platforms to optimize manufacturing and other business processes. This position leverages his expertise in digital health solutions, data analytics, and automation technologies to drive significant advancements in the company's operational capabilities.
Education: University College Dublin
Alan Shefflin has an extensive educational background, holding two degrees from University College Dublin. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) between 1991 and 1995 and later pursued a Master of Arts (M.A) from 2007 to 2009. These solid academic credentials have provided a strong foundation for his career in digital capability management and automation technology in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
Background: Over 20 Years in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
Alan Shefflin has more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. His career includes senior management roles at leading companies like Amgen, Accenture, and Pfizer. These roles have seen him managing global teams and large-scale projects, particularly in manufacturing IT and automation technology platforms. His extensive background in plant and automation solutions is integral to his current work in digital capability management at Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Past Positions: Amgen, Accenture, and Pfizer
Prior to joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, Alan Shefflin held several significant roles in the pharmaceutical industry. From 2011 to 2015, he was the Global Lead for Manufacturing IT and Automation Technology Platform Management at Amgen. Before that, he worked at Accenture as a Senior Manager for Plant and Automation Solutions from 2010 to 2011. He also served as Senior Manager for Automation and Calibration at Pfizer from 2005 to 2010. These positions highlight his extensive experience in automation and digital transformation in the pharmaceutical sector.