What are the benefits of an Inventory Management System (IMS), such a Clinventory?

A Clinical Inventory Management System (CIMS), such as Clinventory, plays a critical role in streamlining clinical trial logistics by offering end-to-end visibility and control over investigational product supply. While Randomization and Trial Supply Management (RTSM) solutions focus on patient management, a CIMS is purpose-built for inventory, automating supply processes and ensuring real-time oversight at both the site and depot levels. 

Key benefits of a CIMS

  • Real-Time Visibility
    Provides complete oversight of inventory across all sites and depots, enhancing control and decision-making.
  • Automation & Efficiency
    Reduces manual tasks [work] such as resupply management, reconciliation, and return tracking – saving time, labor, and costs.
  • Customization & Flexibility
    Adapts to enrollment fluctuations and site-specific needs with configurable resupply triggers and shipment thresholds.
  • Centralized Cloud-Based Access
    Enables clinical supply managers to monitor inventory levels, temperature excursions, expiration dates, and returns from any location.
  • Proactive Alerts
    Sends automated notifications via email or SMS to address low stock, temperature deviations, and other key events before they escalate.

What to Consider When Choosing a CIMS Provider

  • Proven Experience
    Partner with a provider that has a strong track record in clinical trial supply management.
  • Early Engagement
    Involving the provider early in trial planning ensures alignment, minimizes risks, and keeps timelines on track.
  • Collaborative Project Team
    Look for a provider that offers hands-on support, early protocol review, and proactive issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Timeline & Budget Alignment
    Ensure the provider is flexible with timelines and transparent in their budgeting and quoting process, especially when trial dynamics shift.

Clinventory is designed to support agile, data-driven clinical supply management. With robust tools and expert support, it helps sponsors and CROs maintain control, reduce risk, and deliver trials with greater efficiency.

Empower your team to manage clinical supplies with confidence and clarity—so you can focus on the science, not the logistics.