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Top TMF Metrics Every Clinical Trial Should Monitor

To effectively manage the Trial Master File (TMF), it is essential to track and monitor key metrics or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that measure the completeness, timeliness, accuracy, accessibility, and compliance of the TMF with regulatory guidelines. Monitoring these metrics ensures the TMF is always inspection-ready, facilitating smooth regulatory reviews and demonstrating thorough oversight of […]

The Transformative Impact of AI on Clinical Operations

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making significant strides across various industries, and clinical operations are no exception. The integration of AI technologies is transforming how clinical research trials are designed, managed, and executed, leading to enhanced efficiency, reduced costs, and improved outcomes. Let’s explore the profound impact of AI on the clinical operations industry, with […]

Inadequate Sponsor Oversight and TMF: MHRA Infringement Notice

In the realm of clinical trials, maintaining comprehensive and accurate documentation is not just a regulatory requirement but a cornerstone of ethical and effective research. Recently, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) issued an Infringement Notice to Celixir for significant deficiencies in trial oversight, including a glaring lack of sponsor Trial Master File […]

4 Common Mistakes That Compromise TMF Inspection Readiness

The Trial Master File (TMF) is a collection of essential documents that tells the story of a clinical trial and provides evidence that the study was compliant with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. TMF inspection readiness ensures that all trial documents are complete, organized, and easily accessible, which is vital for regulatory compliance and the […]

Navigating Good Clinical Practice Compliance in Clinical Trials

Navigating Good Clinical Practice Compliance in Clinical Trials In the realm of clinical trials, ensuring the safety, rights, and well-being of participants is paramount. This is where Good Clinical Practice (GCP) comes into play. Compliance with GCP is essential for conducting ethical and scientifically sound clinical research, and it is a fundamental requirement for regulatory […]

How to Prepare an Inspection-Ready Trial Master File

There are different types of quality checks performed on TMF content.  Uploaders should perform a record quality check prior to uploading a record.  Records should go through some type of quality check (QC) workflow post upload. Additionally, there should be periodic risk based completeness checks of the TMF through-out the life of the study.  Finally, […]

5 Ways An External Vendor Can Support Your GCP Compliance Program

Ensuring Good Clinical Practice (GCP) compliance is paramount for any organization involved in clinical trials. It ensures the safety, rights, and well-being of trial participants while maintaining data integrity. Leveraging the expertise of external vendors can significantly bolster your GCP compliance program. Here are five critical areas where an external vendor can make a substantial […]

Driving Innovation in Clinical Trials: Trends for the Future

In the dynamic landscape of clinical trials, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the cornerstone of progress. It can be difficult to identify where to focus innovation efforts when technology is changing at an exponential rate, business needs continue to shift, and regulations provide new roads to traverse. As we peer into the crystal ball […]

Just In Time GCP’s Key Takeaways from CDISC EU Interchange

CDISC EU Interchange 2024 has concluded and this year we were offered a treasure trove of insights and innovations. The TMF Reference Model’s inclusion in CDISC has further solidified the driving trend of data standardization and interoperability of TMFs. While I enjoyed presenting with Arkivum’s Matthew Addis and seeing fellow JiT representative Carol Radwanski present […]

Practical Insights and Tools for Change Management

We have established throughout this blog series that change is inevitable in any organization. Whether it’s implementing new technology, restructuring processes, or adapting to market trends, change is a constant force that requires effective management to ensure and sustain success. In our final blog, we’ll explore practical insights and summarize the key tools  Just in […]