Partnering & Outsourcing Editorial

71. The One Soft Skill That Many CRPs Are Missing 9/29/2023

    Employee burnout appears rampant across industries, and clinical research is not immune. So, what's a pharma, CRO, or site to do? Aga Finlayson of White Wisteria Academy has an idea: honing one specific clinical research professional soft skill to the benefit of employers and employees alike.

72. 4 Pitfalls Of Poor-Performing Clinical Trial Teams — And How To Prevent Them 9/25/2023

    Sudden teammate departure? Unexpected shift in strategy? Learn about the four common pitfalls (related to communications and team expectations) of clinical operations teams — and how to avoid them — with these pointers from consultant Monica Roy.

73. Moving From Clinical Stage To Commercial? 4 Steps For An Outsourcing Strategy 9/18/2023

    If you're a pre-commercial bio/pharma looking ahead to commercial stage, evaluating partnerships are faced with making key decisions around which capabilities to outsource, the degree of data access and ownership, and which external partners are the right fit. Here are four key actions to consider.

74. Cautious Optimism For Biotechs And Their Outsourcing Partners 9/5/2023

    Pre-revenue, including preclinical and clinical stage, biotechs have been the most impacted but also stand to gain the most after the economic downturn and subsequent recovery. This article will delve into how small to midsize pre-revenue biotechs have been specifically impacted and what this could mean for organizations that support them.

75. Efficient Biotech Vendor Selection And Management During Economic Uncertainty 8/30/2023

    To navigate these turbulent economic waters effectively, we must view this funding crunch as a push for creativity and resiliency. This present moment requires a strategy integrating savvy financial management and strategic vendor selection to ensure a thriving biotech.

76. Assessing Specialized Services Provided By CROs 8/23/2023

    Once upon a time, a CRO's main role was to provide clinical trial site and data management. Now, CROs offer a wide range of services, from those that specialize in certain therapeutic areas to those that offer the latest technology. Here's a breakdown of the types of CROs and the services they offer.

77. Vendor/Supplier Management To Maintain A Drug's Safety Profile In End-To-End Supply Chain Planning 8/17/2023

    FDA 21 CFR 211 requires vendor qualification as a part of the validation process and EU GxP requirements expect robust vendor management, and we expect regulators to issue firmer guidance sooner rather than later. Don't let your pharma/biotech fall short.

78. Full-Service Or Specialty CRO: Which One Is Right For You? 7/24/2023

    The pool of capable CRO organizations from which to choose is vast, so when it comes time to select whom you should outsource, there is no one-size-fits-all answer or "best" option. Ask yourself these five questions when considering whether to hire a full-service CRO, specialty CRO, or a combination of both.

79. Save Time And Money By Using AI To Compare CRO Proposals 7/21/2023

    Old way versus new way. Audrey Rossow, director of clinical operations at Precirix, examines tried and true methods of finding outsource partners with the up-and-coming AI technologies that aim to make that process quicker, easier, and possibly cheaper.

80. Key Questions To Ask When Entering A Pharma Partnership 6/7/2023

    Before entering a partnership, pharma and biotech executives need to ask themselves and their prospective partners key questions in five important areas.