VALIDATE 2027
May 19 & 20
Boston, MA
Discover and apply validation technologies, regulations & best practices at VALIDATE 2027
About VALIDATE
Technology, Regulation,
Best Practices
VALIDATE is an annual validation experience, powered by Kneat, that gathers validation and quality professionals from around the world to discover and apply validation technologies, regulations, and best practices. Learn from multiple expert-led sessions and connect with peers at VALIDATE’s offsite social experiences.
2027 Sessions
Trusted Data to Intelligent Validation
Welcome to the intelligent GxP enterprise
The path to Pharma 4.0 requires more than technology — it demands collaboration, data integrity, and digital maturity. At VALIDATE 2027, we’ll explore how trusted data is the foundation for intelligent validation, and how trusted scalable intelligence drives transformation across your entire GxP enterprise. Digital validation is widely accepted with adoption rapidly increasing. The next opportunity for further advantage is to unlock the intelligence contained in the digitally validated data, as well as realizing the efficiency gains provided by AI.
Building on VALIDATE 2026’s momentum, we’re curating sessions with industry leaders and innovators to deliver strategies your organization can act on today. Join us for deep dives into:
- Solving real validation challenges facing your team right now
- Data integrity as the foundation for responsible AI
- Unlocking intelligence from validated data — without losing compliance or control
- Closing the digital maturity gap across your organization
- Integration with your key systems
- Expanding the value of your investment
This is where trusted data meets intelligent validation. Whether you’re just starting your transformation or scaling it enterprise-wide, VALIDATE 2027 is where you’ll connect, learn, and move forward.
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Past Speakers
Learn from leading validation technologists, regulatory specialists, and process experts as they share their insight
2025 Keynote Speaker:
From Digitization to “Data”fication
Dr. Shawn DuBravac
is an economist, futurist, trendcaster, and NY Times bestselling author, who empowers leaders and their organizations to improve their strategic decision-making by understanding the changing technological and societal landscape and identifying the opportunities that lie ahead.
Who Attends
Tailor-Made for Professionals Like You
VALIDATE is built for validation professionals in highly-regulated industries. You can expect to connect with:
Senior Quality Executives
Validation Engineers, Specialists, and Managers
QA and Validation Technologists
Regulatory Experts
Unique offsite experience
Step inside Croke Park, Ireland’s most iconic stadium and the proud home of Gaelic games, for an unforgettable VALIDATE offsite evening. This exclusive evening event includes:
- A private stadium tour giving you behind-the-scenes access to one of Europe’s greatest sporting arenas
- Entry to the GAA Museum, where you’ll explore the rich history and culture of Ireland’s national games
- Live hurling demonstrations and the chance to try your hand at this legendary sport
- A networking dinner with drinks in the renowned Cusack Stand, surrounded by the atmosphere of Irish sporting heritage
- The opportunity to connect with your peers in a setting that embodies culture, community, and the spirit of teamwork that drives our industry forward
Frequently asked questions
No, VALIDATE is in person only.
Yes, you may purchase multiple tickets, and you may change the name up until May 1, 2027.
No, VALIDATE is open to all professionals with an interest in validation, quality, or digital transformation as the industry event on this topic. Whether you’re a current customer or new to Kneat, you’ll gain valuable insights from leading industry experts and Kneat specialists on the latest technologies and best practices shaping digital validation.
Yes, we are currently alternating between the U.S. and Europe each year. With our rapid growth, we constantly evaluate this schedule based on the needs of the validation community.
Current customers and Strategic Partners of Kneat Solutions are invited to these exclusive events. There will be plenty of other opportunities at VALIDATE for non-customers and other partners to network with the broader community.
We do not share information with any other organization or third party.
We are accepting proposals to speak at VALIDATE 2027 until January 31, 2027. Last year we filled our speaking slots quickly, so we encourage you to submit your proposal soon using this form: VALIDATE 2027 Call for Speakers! Fill out form
VALIDATE 2028 will be held in Europe. Stay tuned for updates regarding dates, location, and accomodations.