The New Era of Search and Evaluation: How External Partnerships Will Reshape BD&L in 2026 

Session details:

• Emerging 2026 trends: How AI-driven scouting, global lab networks, and platform-first strategies are reshaping external innovation partnerships.
• Identifying high-potential labs: Practical strategies for sourcing and evaluating promising external innovation engines. 
  Structuring deals effectively: Best practices for partnerships, IP arrangements, and milestone agreements with external labs.
• Integrating external innovation: How to align lab partnerships with broader corporate BD&L priorities. 
• Lessons from early adopters: Real-world examples of successfully leveraging external innovation to accelerate pipelines and create competitive advantage.