Successfully implementing EDC depends on having processes in place that take advantage of the technology. Although it is generally possible to use EDC with processes that were designed for paper case report forms, there are many ways EDC can be integrated into the clinical trial process to make it more efficient, and depending on the goals for EDC, there are many metrics that can be captured to help establish benefits. Among these are cycle time for resolving queries, use of standards, quality of data, cost per form or datapoint, time between last patient visit and database lock.

This conference explores how processes related to EDC can be integrated into clinical trial processes for creating and deploying case report forms, as well as monitoring and managing trials. Our speaker shares insights on how to use lean concepts to look at the processes you have, identify opportunities for improvement and show measurable progress.

This audio conference covers:

• How to measure the effectiveness of EDC in an organization
• What key areas almost always have room for improvement
• How EDC can reduce cost and hassle associated with monitoring and managing data
• How locking and archiving can benefit from EDC tools
• Integrating new technologies into a lean process

About the speaker:

Ross Rothmeier is Senior Director, EDC Portfolio, Clinical Development Services at Covance. He began working in the pharmaceutical industry in 1993 when he joined Parke-Davis Pharmaceuticals in Ann Arbor, Michigan as a manager for quality improvement projects. In this role he defined and implemented a global EDC strategy, primarily based on process and operational efficiency for clinical operations, using a multi-vendor EDC solution. Prior to joining Covance, Ross led the global EDC implementation and strategy for Novartis Pharmaceuticals.

Who should attend?

• EDC Managers
• Clinical Operations Directors/Managers
• Clinical Database & Statistical Programming Managers
• Procurement Managers
• Clinical Study/Project Managers
• Data Management Managers & Staff

*Please note: Each registration covers one line connected to the audio conference. Attendees dialing from separate locations are required to have separate registrations.