Tag: project management

Workforce Development Transformation and Implementation: The Critical Role of Leaders in Success

Picture of Erika Stevens, faculty lecturer at Rutgers Clinical Research Management and Principal of Recherche Transformation Rapide. LLC

Erika Stevens, MA, FACRP

Faculty Lecturer

Rutgers Clinical Research Management

Principal

Recherche Transformation Rapide LLC

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Liz Wool, FACRP, CCRA, CID, CMT

President

Wool Consulting Group, Inc.

Abstract: The role of leaders in successful implementation of a workforce development program is often overlooked. Notably, change management and the leader’s fluency in implementing change is necessary for success. This article describes the critical attributes for leaders to be able to manage and implement workforce development for their organizations, and for leveraging transformation management principles and practices for success.

Disclosure: The authors have no relevant financial relationship(s) in connection with this article.

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Leadership and Line Management in Clinical Research

Anatoly Gorkun
Senior Manager, Global Clinical Management, PPD
Hugh Devine
Senior Director, Global Clinical Management, PPD

Abstract: Line management is generic, utilizing the same approaches throughout all industries; line management brings together company needs and its workforce to deliver company objectives. This article provides an overview of line management styles and line-management-through-leadership approaches in the clinical research environment. The line management cycle – team building, support, motivation, and development—is described. Real-life examples illustrate how line management can support clinical research deliverables.

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Project Management: Introduction to Tools and Templates

By: Melissa Harris, MPA, CCRP
Director of Interventional Resources & Clinical Trials Unit
Pennington Biomedical Research Center at LSU

Abstract: Project management involves many complex components and moving parts. Prior to initiating a clinical trial, various types of project tools and templates can be used to successfully plan and execute a clinical trial. This article highlights tools that are readily available for project management, including Microsoft Excel, Access, Visio, Outlook, and SharePoint, as well as Web-based applications. Monitoring progress through various tracking mechanisms ensures successful clinical trial execution from recruitment through retention and follow-up.

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Virtual Project Management

Radhika Sivaramakrishna, PhD, PMP, CSSBB, CCRP
Senior Director, Project
Covance, Inc.

Abstract: Clinical research project management is increasingly conducted globally across multiple time zones and cultures. In order to be successful, certain adaptations must be made to routine practices. This article describes key terms and basic concepts of virtual project management, considerations for effective communication and collaboration tools, and ways in which the Project Management Institute knowledge areas can be applied to a virtual framework. Situational examples are provided. While this has been written in the context of clinical trials performed by a biotech or pharmaceutical sponsor engaging a CRO, the same concepts could easily be extended to any geographically dispersed project team.

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