Newsletter | July 16, 2025

07.16.25 -- Proactive Procurement Strategies For Biotech

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FEATURED PODCAST

Proactive Procurement Strategies For Biotech With Tom Wells

On this week's episode of the Business of Biotech, Tom Wells, Director of Life Sciences at 4C Associates, reveals why -- and how -- smart procurement practices can make or break emerging biotech companies during critical growth stages. Tom shares insights into procurement tools and strategies that can deliver breakthrough solutions, how poor procurement practices can damage investor confidence, and why thinking about procurement as the front end of demand flow, not the back end of supply chain, can help drug developers avoid costly mistakes.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Operational Excellence In An International Clinical Research Site Network

This case study highlights operational excellence within a global clinical trial for osteoporosis, underscoring the critical role of site networks in achieving research success.

Transforming First-In-Human Oncology Trials: A Strategic Guide

Drawing from extensive experience in early-phase oncology, this guide offers a strategic framework for executing first-in-human (FIH) oncology trials with a patient-centric and risk-based approach.

In-House Plasmid Production To Secure Supply Chains

A CDMO with in-house plasmid manufacturing capabilities can help companies accelerate timelines and ensure material availability, ultimately saving time and money throughout their product life cycle.

The Benefits Of U.S. Biotechs Conducting Clinical Trials In Australia

As U.S. biotech investment continues to rise, cross-border collaboration and trial design innovations are expected to further solidify Australia’s role in the early-stage biotech development pipeline.

Debunking Five Misconceptions About Community-Based Research Sites

By confronting misconceptions about community-based research, we uncover evidence of how sites effectively manage complex trials while maintaining high standards of care.

A Deep Dive Into Clinical Trial Payment Types, Methods, And Amounts

Explore key themes surrounding payments to clinical research participants in depth, with a particular focus on the role of participant compensation and best practices in payment logistics.

New Data Sources Can Help Pharma Meet Challenges

Claire Riches, Citeline VP of Clinical Solutions, discussed the changing pharma landscape and data options, such as RWD, RWE, and AI at Citeline Elevate Spring 2025.