2025 - VOL. 2
From the SCRS Team
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do at SCRS, and the past few weeks have reminded us just how powerful it can be. We’re still feeling inspired by the recent IncluDE and Oncology Site Solutions Summits in Atlanta, which brought together passionate, forward-thinking professionals committed to advancing clinical research through connection, shared knowledge, and real-world problem-solving. These summits weren’t just events—they were opportunities to elevate voices, align on goals, and spark meaningful change in how we conduct research that reflects all communities across complex therapeutic areas.
As spring ushers in a season of renewal, SCRS is embracing the momentum with exciting updates designed to enhance our membership experience.
A New & Improved Site Directory
We’ve officially transitioned to a more robust Site Directory, offering a comprehensive and highly qualified list of research sites and site networks—exclusively available to SCRS members and Global Impact Partners. For research sites, this is a valuable opportunity to showcase your strengths, therapeutic expertise, geographic reach, and team members, making it easier to stand out to potential partners. For sponsors and CROs, the directory provides an efficient way to identify capable, study-ready sites with the right experience and capabilities.
If you’re looking to expand your visibility or connect with high-performing partners, the Site Directory is a powerful tool to accelerate clinical research success.
Updated GCP Training from Pro-Ficiency
Included with your SCRS membership, the Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training has been refreshed to align with the new E6(R3) standards. With updated scenarios and the latest in clinical research best practices, you’ll stay informed and audit-ready.
New Site Member Hub
Accessing your benefits is now easier than ever with the new SCRS Member Hub. After logging into the member portal, simply click the Membership tab to find a streamlined dashboard featuring all your member resources in one convenient place.
Up Next
Looking ahead, we’re excited for what’s next: the SCRS West: Technology & Innovation Summit, coming this June to Scottsdale. We’ll continue the conversation on collaboration—this time with a spotlight on site needs with technology implementation and management. As we gear up for this important event, we invite you to share your voice in our Technology Landscape Survey. Your feedback helps us understand what sites truly need and where the industry should focus next.
Thank you for being part of a community that continues to advocate, educate, mentor, and connect for site success. We hope to see you soon at an upcoming Summit!
— The SCRS Team
Featured Posts
Fixing the Foundations: A New Model to Solve Clinical Site Staffing and Retention Challenges
High turnover at clinical research sites is a significant challenge, leading to disrupted trials, increased costs, and a strained workforce. The reliance on temporary staff often exacerbates these issues. A new approach is needed—one that embeds experienced, sponsor-funded professionals directly at sites. This model helps provide stability, reduces financial burdens on sites, and improves trial continuity and patient experiences. By rethinking the staffing model, we can address the root causes of turnover and create a more sustainable framework for clinical trials.
Collaborate Forward: Advancing Clinical Research Through Collaboration
As clinical trials become more complex and timelines stretch longer, effective industry collaboration isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s mission critical. That’s why SCRS launched Collaborate Forward: a bold new initiative aimed at identifying and implementing real-world best practices for cross-industry coordination. With a data-driven playbook in development, we’re turning collaboration from a challenge into a competitive advantage. Explore how we’re tackling study feasibility, contracts, and patient recruitment—together.
Transforming Clinical Trial Budgeting with Precision and Transparency
Clinical trial budgeting is complex, especially with decentralized models and growing regulatory demands. In the UK, the Interactive Costing Tool (iCT) has helped standardize and streamline budget preparation. Now, with the integration of iCT data into Medidata’s Grants Manager Planning platform, there’s growing interest in how automation and standardization can reduce administrative burdens, improve accuracy, and support fair compensation for research sites.
Navigating the Complexities of Cross-Border Clinical Trials
As clinical trials expand across borders, so do the challenges—and the opportunities. From navigating diverse regulations and logistics to ensuring a seamless, supportive patient experience, cross-border trials demand adaptability, cultural awareness, and a patient-first mindset. This post dives into the key complexities sponsors and sites must manage—and how collaboration and creativity can transform barriers into breakthroughs for global research.
The Benefits of Integrating Clinical Trials at the Community Level
Dr. Benjamin Marcum shares how partnering with an integrated research organization (IRO) transformed his small-town Texas clinic into a thriving clinical research site. With embedded staff and seamless support from Javara, Dr. Marcum has now led 18 trials—all while continuing his regular clinical responsibilities. Learn how this model brings new patients, reduces overhead, and keeps physicians connected to the cutting edge of medicine.
Investigator Meetings and Site Training: A Necessary Evil, We Can Do Better
Site training holds a necessary place in clinical research, but the current framework lacks certain elements, hindering the true goals of successful training. What lessons can we draw from other industries that have demonstrated excellence and efficiency?
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Let Your Voice Be Heard
Technology Landscape Survey
Help shape the future of clinical trial technology! The SCRS Technology Landscape Survey is your opportunity to influence the tools and solutions driving site-based research. Share critical insights into the trends, challenges, and opportunities transforming trial innovation in our industry.
Results will be shared at the SCRS West: Clinical Tech & Innovation Summit in Scottsdale, Arizona this June. A full report will be made available later in the year.
Open to sites, sponsors, CROs, and service providers globally.
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 over 11,000+ sites in 58 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.