The High Cost Of CRO Turnover (And How You Can Avoid It)

By Ben Edwards, Chief Operating Officer, and Liz Hawes, Vice President, Human Resources

Across the ever-changing landscape of clinical trials, the stability and expertise of a clinical operations team plays a pivotal role in ensuring successful outcomes for a trial. That said, the industry is currently facing a significant challenge: high turnover rates across CRO teams, driven by factors such as small talent pools and high demand from large and small CROs. Staff turnover amid an ongoing trial can result in detrimental consequences for both CROs and sponsors, including trial delays, diminished data quality, and an erosion of trust.

To help mitigate these risks, it is imperative for sponsors to seek out CRO partners that prioritize building a supportive and rewarding work culture that keeps employees engaged. By empowering their workforce, CROs create a more stable and productive environment which leads to better outcomes for clinical trials. Download the full article to explore the factors leading to high CRO turnover, the associated risks, and how one experienced CRO is leveraging strategic approaches to minimize these challenges.