Don't miss the Hybrid IMDS, Product Compliance & Sustainability Conference on October 15–16, 2024, at Laurel Manor Banquet & Conference Center in Livonia, Michigan. The theme is "The Role of IMDS in Corporate Responsibility Due Diligence."
Registration is still open, and you can view the full agenda here. New this year after the two-day conference is an optional Day 3 in-person, half-day training on Oct. 17, 2024. Learn more and explore separate pricing and registration here.
Days 1 and 2 are packed with insightful topics and speakers. (In case you missed last month’s newsletter, read about some of Day 1's valuable panels here.)
DAY 2 HIGHLIGHTS
Here are some of the many important Day 2 sessions you can look forward to.
IMDS Steering Committee Update — updates from the IMDS Steering Committee including what we may see in future releases
PFAS Challenges: Navigating Key Global Regulations — a general summary of where to look for the data for PFAS content: where PFAS is in the materials and why PFAS is being used in those materials to get it identified and reported in IMDS
IMDS Release 15 Preview — a look ahead into pre-production IMDS Release 15 content and preliminary results from AIAG IMDS Model Office testing
JAPIA Activities Update & AP ELV Update — an overview of Japan Auto Parts Industries Association’s current activities and regulatory updates in the AP region
EU Legislative Updates — an overview/update on the latest European Union legislation as well as the EU auto industry responses and actions
Extended Producer Responsibility — what you need to know about this emerging topic, a policy approach that assigns producers responsibility for the end-of-life of products
REMINDERS
Please note the new hotel block location at the Marriott Courtyard Livonia. This hotel is a few miles from the venue and will have free shuttle transportation.
While virtual and in-person attendees will benefit from live presentations, in-person attendees will also have the opportunity to network with industry leaders and peers, discuss the latest innovations with event sponsors and exhibitors, engage in "Table Talk" on trending topics during lunch, and, of course, participate in our end-of-event networking reception.
Sponsorship spots are still available. Learn more about the benefits and fill out the form to apply here. Plus, view the confirmed exhibitors here.
Whether you are new to IMDS, an experienced user, or somewhere in between, this year's event is for you. Register today and secure the best price.
Check out a brief video overview of the conference here, and download an event flyer to share here.