Should Technology Vendors Sit At The Sponsor Table?

By Kathleen Greenough, Client Services Lead at 4G Clinical

You spend an enormous amount of time assessing technology vendors through RFIs, pilots and capability presentations. Not only must the technology fit your needs, but you also make a judgement call based on the trust and value of the future relationship. Ultimately, the decision may weigh in favor of someone you can envision your team working well together.

Given how important that relationship is to the success of your studies, should your Project Manager (PM) have a seat at your table when it comes to trial decisions and strategy?