When selecting clinical research sites for their trials, sponsors look for a blend of capabilities, resources, and a proven track record that promises the best outcomes for their studies. With sponsors seeking top-performing sites that align with their trial objectives, the ability to showcase expertise, efficiency, and reliability is key component of successful to success. … Read more
One common frustration in the initiation phase of clinical trials is the frequent occurrence of delays. In an analysis published by Nature, nearly a quarter of all trials experienced setbacks due to strategic issues, commercial barriers, and operational challenges. The financial repercussions of such setbacks are significant, with drug developers facing potential losses ranging from … Read more
Clinical trials play a pivotal role in advancing medical research and bringing new treatments to patients. Traditionally, trials have been conducted using paper-based methods for startup activities and beyond, such as negotiating Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDAs) and managing regulatory processes, but the landscape is rapidly evolving. In recent years, there has been a growing momentum … Read more
Clinical trials require precise management across various domains such as patient recruitment, data collection, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder communication. While Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) have been pivotal in organizing and simplifying many of these aspects for clinical research sites, the complexity of modern clinical research often necessitates a broader array of solutions. CTMS platforms … Read more
Study startup and site activation are key to the clinical trial process, but often suffer from delays. It can be a time-consuming undertaking and requires multiple teams and moving parts to successfully begin a trial at the best sites for the protocol. In fact, a recent ACRP survey revealed that study startup was ranked among … Read more
Regardless of size and type, clinical research site organizations compete for trial opportunities from CROs and sponsors. There are many factors that can make a site stand out amongst the crowd, but turnaround times for key items may be one of the larger deciding factors. CROs and sponsors want to get trials up and running … Read more
Clinical trials are essential for advancing medical research and bringing new treatments to patients. However, the complexity involved in organizing and managing these trials can often result in delays and inefficiencies. To overcome these challenges and accelerate the clinical trial process, it is crucial to focus on streamlining efficiency and collaboration among the multiple teams … Read more
In the fast-paced world of clinical trials, feasibility surveys have become a crucial step in the process. These surveys help researchers determine the viability of their trials and ensure that all the necessary resources and capabilities are in place. However, it is important to recognize that surveys have the potential to be powerful tools in … Read more
In a world that has become increasingly focused on the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI), it’s hard to imagine a future without most industries being impacted. But while an AI for every niche business need may still be in the future, advanced technologies offering increased efficiency, quality, and time and cost savings are already here. … Read more
By design, clinical trials are a long and complicated process involving a seemingly endless number of moving parts. It can be difficult to manage everything effectively, especially with the rise of decentralized study teams and more complex trial designs and protocols. For Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) in particular, project management across the entire clinical trial … Read more
RealTime eClinical Solutions is a leading, enterprise-grade technology provider facilitating global clinical trials with a comprehensive eClinical platform. Purpose-built for clinical research sites, site networks, academic medical centers, sponsors, and CROs, the platform goes beyond traditional CTMS to empower research and business workflows for modern-day clinical trials.
