The perspectives
People, study operations, and the moments that help us understand each other a little better.
People & leadership4 min read
A planned leave reminded me that coverage takes more than a name on a schedule. It takes preparation, trust, and room for other people to grow.
Read the article: A study shouldn’t depend on one person.Site, sponsor & CRO relationships4 min readArchive · October 20, 2026
Better site, sponsor, and CRO collaboration starts with clear dependencies. How to explain constraints, reach decision-makers, and agree on the next update.
Read the article: Sites and Sponsors Are Often Solving Different ProblemsTechnology & AI4 min readArchive · October 13, 2026
Start site AI pilots with small, reviewable administrative tasks. Define data boundaries, test mistakes, and measure the full workflow instead of generation speed.
Read the article: AI at the Site: Start With the Boring StuffPeople & leadership4 min readArchive · October 6, 2026
Clinical research coordinators need growth paths beyond management. Practical ideas for recognizing expertise, mentoring, workload, and career development.
Read the article: Your Best Coordinator Shouldn’t Have to Become a Manager to GrowMoney & business4 min readArchive · September 29, 2026
When a protocol amendment changes the work, review the site budget. How to map tasks, check existing coverage, and clarify payment without duplicate charging.
Read the article: The Protocol Changed. Did the Budget?Site operations4 min readArchive · September 22, 2026
Clear clinical trial data queries help sites respond accurately. Practical ways to reduce duplicate questions, agree on urgency, and protect coordinator time.
Read the article: “Just One More Query” Adds UpParticipants & access4 min readArchive · September 15, 2026
Interest does not guarantee access to a clinical trial. A site perspective on work schedules, transport, practical support, and respectful recruitment.
Read the article: A Patient Can Be Interested and Still Be Unable to ParticipateSite operations4 min readArchive · September 8, 2026
Site activation is a milestone. Enrollment readiness takes working access, prepared staff, supplies, and clear support. Questions to ask before the first visit.
Read the article: Fast Activation Doesn’t Always Mean Ready to EnrollSite, sponsor & CRO relationships4 min readArchive · September 1, 2026
Clinical trial feasibility should end with feedback. How sponsors, CROs, and sites can close the loop and make site-selection conversations more useful.
Read the article: We Filled Out Your Feasibility Questionnaire. Now What?Money & business4 min readArchive · August 25, 2026
Clinical trial visits create work before and after the appointment. A practical look at site budgets, coordinator capacity, and the follow-up worth planning.
Read the article: The Visit Ends. The Work Doesn’t.Technology & AI3 min readArchive · August 18, 2026
A new clinical trial portal can add duplicate work. A site leader explains how to test the full workflow, clarify ownership, and remove unnecessary steps.
Read the article: Your New Portal Just Became Someone Else’s Extra Job
