About This Webinar
A proposal can look complete on paper, but the real test comes when the study moves into delivery.
Assumptions around scope, timelines, responsibilities, data complexity, outputs, review cycles, and resourcing can all seem clear at the proposal stage, until they begin to create friction during execution.
In this webinar, we will explore how sponsors can identify these risks earlier and build stronger alignment before study start. The session will focus on the practical connection between upfront planning and real-world delivery, helping sponsor teams reduce avoidable misalignment, protect timelines, and improve study execution.
Assumptions around scope, timelines, responsibilities, data complexity, outputs, review cycles, and resourcing can all seem clear at the proposal stage, until they begin to create friction during execution.
In this webinar, we will explore how sponsors can identify these risks earlier and build stronger alignment before study start. The session will focus on the practical connection between upfront planning and real-world delivery, helping sponsor teams reduce avoidable misalignment, protect timelines, and improve study execution.
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Agenda
- What proposals often assume about study delivery
- Where assumptions become delivery risks
- What sponsors should clarify before study start
- Managing scope changes without disrupting delivery
- Building stronger sponsor-CRO alignment from the start
Featured Presenters
Adri Erasmus
VP, Project Delivery, Bioforum The Data Masters
Adri is Vice President, Project Delivery at Bioforum, where she leads project delivery across clinical programs and manages a dedicated project management team. She brings extensive experience in project and program management, with a focus on operational excellence, cross-functional alignment, and high-quality customer delivery.
In her role, Adri works closely with data sciences and teams across the organization to support efficient execution and strong delivery standards. She is recognized for her leadership, collaborative approach, and commitment to client service.
In her role, Adri works closely with data sciences and teams across the organization to support efficient execution and strong delivery standards. She is recognized for her leadership, collaborative approach, and commitment to client service.
Joel White
Owner, Marketcap Consulting
Joel White is the owner of Marketcap Consulting, LLC, which he established in 2021. Marketcap Consulting specializes in enhancing the financial performance, profitability, and strategic execution of businesses, particularly in the clinical research industry. Joel has over 20 years of experience in helping companies improve their business operations, sales support, and financial functions.
Before founding Marketcap Consulting, Joel led project finance, proposals, and contracting at a small/midsize CRO that was successfully acquired in December 2020 after a significant financial turnaround. His career includes roles at various CROs like Synteract, Chiltern, Parexel, and PRA, where he was involved in proposals, pricing, finance, and contract management.
Moderator
Tanya Du Plessis
Chief Data Strategist & Solutions Officer, Bioforum The Data Masters
Tanya has more than 18 years of experience managing various data management operational teams. She is a certified Clinical Data Manager and Project Management Professional, and she holds an M.Med.Sc in Hematology and Cell Biology from the University of the Free State. In addition, Tanya serves as a board member and plays an active role in the Society of Clinical Data Management (SCDM) EMEA Leadership Committee.
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