Breakout Sessions III
Beyond The Basics: Maximizing Recruitment & Retention Tools
Recruitment and retention are critical to trial success, but sites often face challenges with limited resources or pre-determined tools provided by sponsors and CROs. This session will share strategies that sites can implement to enhance patient engagement, retention, and trial outcomes. Learn from fellow sites about innovative practices, effective communication techniques, and ways to build lasting relationships with study participants.
Empowered CRCs: Train, Onboard & Build Strong Networks For Success
This session will cover the key frameworks for training Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) and other site staff, focusing on effective onboarding and ongoing professional development. Learn how to access and curate educational resources suited to different experience levels, giving site staff the tools they need to succeed. Speakers will also discuss the value of network training and provide practical tips on establishing, maintaining, and leveraging professional networks to support career growth and improve site operations.
Essential Cybersecurity: Defending Your Site In A Digital World
Cybersecurity is no longer optional, it’s essential. From protecting patient data to managing the complexities of tech integration, this session will address the most pressing cybersecurity challenges in clinical research. Learn about real-world threats, best practices for risk mitigation, and the latest innovations in data security from a leading industry expert. This session will leave you prepared to defend against cyber risks and enhance your site’s technological resilience.
Feasibility Simplified: Focusing On What Matters
Streamlining feasibility is key to improving efficiency and fostering stronger sponsor-site collaboration. This session will discuss how to focus on collecting essential information early, paving the way for smoother transitions to later stages. Learn practical approaches to optimize feasibility processes, enhance productivity, and accelerate study timelines.
PI Oversight In A Decentralized World
As hybrid and decentralized trial models become increasingly prevalent, the complexities surrounding Principal Investigator (PI) oversight have grown. Our panel of experts will look at PI oversight in decentralized and hybrid trial environments, focusing on strategies to mitigate risks, clarify responsibilities, and maintain compliance. We’ll also discuss the legal and operational implications of these evolving trial models, empowering sites to stay ahead of the curve in this new era of site management.
Regulatory Guidance Updates: Impact On Site Operations
This session unpacks recent FDA updates on Decentralized Clinical Trials (DCTs), Diversity, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) ICH-E6. Panelists will break down the critical components of these updates and their operational implications with practical guidance for implementation. Learn what’s expected now, prepare for what’s ahead, and ensure your site stays competitive and compliant.
Site DEI Toolkit: Practical Strategies For Implementation
The Site DEI Toolkit outlines actionable pathways to integrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into your site’s operations, fostering a more inclusive environment for both participants and staff. In this session, we’ll review the toolkit’s key components and how to apply them to build a research environment that promotes accessible trials. Gain tangible resources to enhance patient outreach and collaboration for more equitable research outcomes.
Site Landscape Insights: Addressing Top Challenges In Clinical Research
Explore pressing issues from the SCRS Site Landscape Survey data, diving into the factors behind key site challenges and actionable steps to address them. Using insights from this year’s report, participants will discuss solutions to issues like payment terms, patient taxation, and budget negotiations.
The Next Generation Of Research Sites: Innovation, Flexibility & Growth
As clinical research evolves, sites must adapt to remain competitive and sustainable. This session discusses the key components of the “site of the future,” including reaching patients outside traditional settings, leveraging new technologies, and staying ahead with advanced trial designs. Learn how to build the internal capabilities needed to navigate complex trial requirements and implement flexible solutions that ensure your site thrives in a rapidly changing landscape.
To Sell Or Not To Sell? Navigating Site Mergers & Acquisitions
Are you considering selling your site or staying independent? This dynamic session dives into the key considerations for clinical research sites evaluating mergers and acquisitions. From preparing your site for sale to understanding deal structures—cash, stock, rollovers—and exploring financial implications like cash-based vs. accrual accounting, we’ll cover it all. Whether you’re ready to sell or weighing your options, this session will equip you with the insights to make an informed decision for your site’s future.