20/20 Onsite Clinical Trial Rescue Triage Playbook

When a clinical trial encounters a significant risk signal—such as an enrollment stall or a new regulatory requirement—the pressure to act quickly can lead to fragmented decision-making. Navigating these moments requires a structured approach to evaluate the situation, and 20/20 Onsite can help you with that!

Using "The Clinical Trial Rescue Triage Playbook," you can systematically address how quickly a solution must be implemented to avoid delaying milestones and allow clinical operations teams to define the true magnitude of the problem. This includes identifying exactly who is accountable for the resolution and determining whether internal resources or external partners are best suited for the task. Equally important is assessing the breadth of the issue—from the number of affected sites to the specific patient populations at risk. Understanding these variables allows for clear communication with leadership regarding necessary tradeoffs. Choosing between speed, cost, and quality is often inevitable during a rescue, and having a documented rationale ensures everyone is aligned before the risk compounds. Mastering this triage process transforms a high-stress crisis into a manageable solution path, protecting both study integrity and patient safety.