In this episode of Chasing Compliance, Linda Peterson, Sarah Schaul, and Kari Gibney discuss how to maximize the relationship with your CRO from the Sponsor’s and Site’s perspectives. Each member of the panel shares their thoughts on what makes a CRO great and why communication, flexibility, and teamwork are essential. The show wraps up with some important, but rarely considered, tips for maximizing the relationship with your CRO.

Linda Peterson is the VP of Clinical Development at Global. For over a decade, Linda has been leading clinical trials, directing clinical departments, and working with all involved in clinical trials. Sarah Schaul is a Clinical Trial Manager at Global. Sarah started her research career at the bench and transitioned into clinical research several years ago. She has worked on the site side and the sponsor side and now leads clinical studies for Global. Kari Gibney’s primary appointment is at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus as a Clinical Research Coordinator. For the last 5 years Kari has been a core piece of the clinical research team in the School of Medicine and the Department of Oncology at the University.

2:00     What Is A Clinical Research Organization (CRO)

3:30     Do CROs Speed Up Research?

7:50     Stories of Less-Than-Ideal CRO-Sponsor Interactions

11:20   A Great CRO From the CRC’s Perspective

14:10   The Importance of Communication

19:50   Examples Poor Communication and The Importance of Communication

25:30   Tips for Maximizing the Interaction with A CRO

34:10   Flexibility and Communication vs Micromanagement – Tips for Making a Change

40:20   Final Thoughts on Managing the Relationship with a CRO and Favorite Fridays