2025 - VOL. 5

From the SCRS Team

This issue is all about progress—advancing trial access, technology readiness, and site sustainability around the world. Inside this issue: how direct-to-patient medication delivery is removing barriers to participation, why Australia’s Teletrials program is becoming a case study for decentralized research, what it takes to cut through 80+ patient recruitment vendors to find the right partner, and more! Dive in and discover insights to help your site teams move forward with confidence.

We are excited to offer a new site resource: the Site Tech Implementation Checklist. Prepare your site to adopt and sustain technology with our guide covering planning, engagement, readiness, training, compliance, and follow-up.

Exciting opportunities are ahead to connect globally and strengthen your organization. Join us on November 17 in Buenos Aires, Argentina for our Latin American Ambassador Symposium, advancing critical dialogue around site sustainability and patient access across the region.

And don’t forget — insurance open enrollment is here. SCRS members have exclusive access to affordable health coverage through Gallagher. Now’s the time to review and select coverage that works for you in 2026. If you are not a member, contact us to learn more about this exclusive benefit.

Featured Posts

Redefining Access in Clinical Trials Through Direct-to-Patient IMP Shipping

Direct-to-patient clinical trials are removing traditional barriers to research participation by bringing study activities into patients’ homes. Through partnerships that combine virtual site operations with global medication delivery, trials can now reach more diverse populations while reducing travel burdens and accelerating enrollment. Read on to learn how Science 37 and Catalent are making this possible.

Enhancing Collaboration in Australian Teletrials with Intelligent Technology and Process Alignment

Cognizant, in collaboration with research KOLs from Australia, delves into the impact of Teletrials in Australia and how these hybrid, decentralized model of trials are bringing novel therapies closer to regional, rural and remote Australians. Teletrials promise to be a global case study on how public health can be promoted at a national level. Download this insightful publication and learn about the steps being taken by Australian Teletrial Program (ATP) to promote teletrials, point of view from Cognizant on how intelligent tech and process alignment can further enhance efficacy of teletrials and real world use cases of teletrials.

Navigating the Patient Recruitment Landscape: A Framework for Sites, Sponsors, and CROs

With 80% of trials failing to recruit enough patients and an explosion of recruitment vendors, how do you choose the right partner? This framework breaks down the landscape, from creative agencies to AI-driven technology, and reveals why success depends on understanding patient motivation, not just operations. Read on to discover how to select strategies that build trust and remove barriers.

Always Looking for Answers: Why Clear Communication Matters More Than Ever

Sites juggle multiple studies and endless questions, but the clear guidance they need often lags behind. Explore why timely answers and stronger communication are essential to keeping trials running smoothly.

The Hidden Sales Team: How Leadership and Collaboration Fuel Site Growth

Sales in clinical research isn’t about convincing, it’s about connecting. The most successful organizations don’t have bigger sales teams; they have cultures where everyone contributes to growth. What does it mean when your entire team becomes your “hidden sales force”? Read on to discover why the best organizations don’t sell harder — they lead better.

How Technology Provider AI Innovation Can Empower Sites’ Financial Management

Site operations costs are escalating, but AI offers an unprecedented opportunity to transform financial management in clinical research. From faster budget negotiations to automated reconciliation, AI can address the pain points that burden sites and sponsors. Read on to discover how this technology revolution is reshaping the financial landscape of clinical trials.

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Latest News from SCRS

2025 SCRS Eagle Awards Presented to Merck and Medpace

October 13, 2025 – The Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS) proudly announces the 2025 recipients of the prestigious SCRS Eagle Award: Merck (known as MSD outside […]

Mohammad Millwala Receives 2025 Christine K. Pierre Site Impact Award

October 9, 2025 – Mohammad Millwala, Founder and CEO of DM Clinical Research, has been recognized with the Christine K. Pierre Site Impact Award at the […]

SCRS Welcomes Monroe Biomedical Research as New Global Impact Partner

July 22, 2025 – The Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS) is proud to announce Monroe Biomedical Research (MBR) as a new Global Impact Partner (GIP). […]

SCRS Announces Collaboration with Hawthorne Health as New Global Impact Partner

May 29, 2025 – Hawthorne Health, a leading community site network with more than 75 site locations across the United States, today announced its partnership with […]

Novotech Joins SCRS Global Impact Partner Program to Strengthen Site-CRO Collaboration in Clinical Research

February 25, 2025 – The Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS) proudly announces that Novotech, a leading contract research organization (CRO) providing comprehensive clinical trial solutions […]

SCRS and Fortrea Partner to Advance Collaboration in Clinical Research

Fortrea to Sponsor SCRS’ Collaborate Forward Working Group, Encouraging Collaboration for More Efficient Clinical Trials February 20, 2025 – The Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS) […]

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About SCRS

Founded in 2012, SCRS is a global trade organization that unifies the voice of the clinical research site community to create greater site sustainability. Representing more than 11,000 sites in 50+ countries, SCRS membership provides sites with a community dedicated to advocacy, education, connectivity and mentorship. SCRS is an influential voice for sites and an active partner in industry-wide initiatives and dialogues focused on improving the clinical research enterprise. Our Voice. Our Community. Your Success.