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Clinical Supply Manager Consultancy 

Our Clinical Drug Supply Managers (DSMs) are experts in overseeing supplies for all types of clinical trials, including IRT system management and blinding strategies. Their deep knowledge and proactive oversight make them an essential extension of any trial team, ensuring seamless operations and the success of your clinical program. 

Our services:

Supply strategy planning  

  • Reduced Wastage & Inventory Needs: Adaptive approaches minimize unnecessary stock, cutting down excess and improving efficiency. 
  • Dynamic Adjustments: As your trial progresses, supply parameters are continually refined for optimal resource allocation. 
  • Lower Logistics Costs: Fewer shipments directly translate into reduced transportation and handling expenses. 
  • Minimized On-Site Waste: Effective planning helps avoid surplus materials at study sites. 

Streamlining Site Inventory & Logistics 

  • Right-Sized Site Inventory: Ongoing management ensures each site has exactly what it needs—no more, no less. 
  • Shortfall Mitigation: DSMs can adjust supply parameters or arrange ad-hoc shipments to prevent costly emergencies. 
  • Improved Subject Retention: Proactive supply planning reduces scheduling disruptions and prevents subject dropout due to shortages. 

Supply Continuity Management or Smart Supply Oversight 

  • Expert Troubleshooting: DSMs identify root causes of resupply issues and adjust settings to prevent recurrence. 
  • Proactive Shipment Monitoring: Weekly reviews detect risks early, keeping supply lines uninterrupted. 
  • Transparent Communication: Regular status updates keep teams informed and prepared for next steps. 
  • Flexible Transfers: DSMs manage depot-to-depot shipments seamlessly to support global trial flow. 

Blinding Management 

  • Integrity & Efficiency Combined: Adaptive strategies maintain blinding integrity while keeping supply lean. 
  • Continuous Refinement: Supply plans evolve alongside study milestones, ensuring precise resource use. 
  • Cost Reduction: Streamlined shipping schedules cut logistical spend without compromising trial quality. 
  • Waste Prevention: Thoughtful oversight reduces on-site excess and strengthens study efficiency. 

Why Choose Our DSM Consultancy? 

Expert Guidance 
Our seasoned DSMs oversee drug supplies, IRT systems, and specialized blinding protocols—keeping your team focused on science while we manage the supply complexities. 

Flexible Support 
Whether you need part-time coverage or full-time partnership, our services scale from 4 to 160 hours per month, tailored to your trial’s exact needs. 

Proven Cost Savings 
In a 100+ site trial, our strategic planning saved $5.46M by optimizing shipments and cutting waste—delivering measurable impact to sponsor budgets. 

Streamlined Communication 
We act as your single point of contact, driving rapid issue resolution and proactive supply management to minimize risk and disruption. 

Adaptive Supply Strategy 
DSMs continuously refine supply parameters throughout your study, reducing on-site inventory, lowering urgent shipment costs, and protecting subject retention. 

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To find out more about our clinical services, please contact: Michael MacNeir, Vice President Business Development

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