Outsourcing clinical trials has become an increasingly prevalent trend not only in the pharmaceutical industry but also increasingly at small to midsize biotech and medical device companies. As the complexity of drug development and regulatory requirements continue to grow, companies are turning to specialized external partners to conduct clinical trials more efficiently and cost-effectively.

Outsourcing of clinical research to a CRO or other vendors is a critical business process with a high impact on the outsourcing company and its procedures, especially for small sponsor companies.