
15/09/2025
If you're preparing for your first clinical trial, you need to read this.
Having managed over 300 studies in 35 years as a CRO, we’ve observed that some mistakes are repeated across the board. So before you go straight to First Participant In, here are 5 important steps to ensure your first trial goes as smoothly as possible:
⭐ Participant Recruitment Strategy - Carefully considering the targeted participant population, the right countries for the trial, and the most suitable type and number of sites are all crucial factors for successful participant recruitment and retention.
⭐ Feasibility & Site Selection Strategy - Identifying the right sites that are engaged and truly believe in your product, anticipating challenges, and selecting experienced partners can lead to a smoother trial ex*****on right from the start.
⭐ Regulatory Planning - Each country has its own regulations. Understanding these is crucial to avoiding unnecessary delays.
⭐ Timeline Management - From feasibility to First Participant In, having a clear roadmap is vital.
⭐ Budget Clarity - Hidden costs can derail your study. A CRO should provide a transparent budget from the beginning and manage financial operations throughout the trial.
But if you truly want to initiate a trial with confidence, you’ll need a trustworthy CRO you can rely on.
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