The book "Leading Pharmaceutical Operational Excellence" offers a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and best practices in the field of operational excellence within the pharmaceutical industry. It is based on the St. Gallen OPEX model and highlights both the current state and the future challenges that companies face. The authors, including Prabir Basu, Thomas Friedli, and Jürgen Werani, combine theoretical foundations with practical case studies contributed by professionals from leading pharmaceutical companies. This combination of theory and practice allows readers to gain valuable insights into the implementation of OPEX strategies and understand their significance for success in the industry. The book is aimed at professionals who wish to engage with the complex aspects of operational excellence and provides a solid foundation for further development in this area.