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| author | Devenport, Jenny Mielke, Tobias Akacha, Mouna Rufibach, Kaspar Ocampo, Alex Lanius, Vivian Vandemeulebroecke, Marc Hougaard, Philip Collin, Pierre Wright, David Hummel, Jurgen Kunz, Cornelia Ursula Krams, Mike |
| author_facet | Devenport, Jenny Mielke, Tobias Akacha, Mouna Rufibach, Kaspar Ocampo, Alex Lanius, Vivian Vandemeulebroecke, Marc Hougaard, Philip Collin, Pierre Wright, David Hummel, Jurgen Kunz, Cornelia Ursula Krams, Mike |
| contents | Research and Development is the largest budget position in the pharmaceutical industry, with clinical trials being a critical, yet costly and time-consuming component to inform decisions. Beyond drug efficacy, the probability of success and efficiency of research and development are highly dependent on the approaches used for designing, analyzing, and interpreting clinical trials. Deep understanding of statistical methodology and quantitative approaches is therefore essential. Consequently, dedicated methodology groups have emerged in mid-size and large pharmaceutical companies and CROs. Their remit is to lead the conception and implementation of innovative quantitative methodologies in order to improve drug development, often by addressing complexities or offering more efficient designs. To achieve this, they collaborate internally and externally (e.g., with academics, regulators) to identify common challenges and tear down silos in order to invest in methods with the highest impact on efficiency and value to the portfolio. Given the immense financial stakes of drug development -- where delays carry massive implications -- these groups represent a critical strategic investment. However, to realize this business impact, statistical innovations must be rigorously validated and seamlessly integrated. This manuscript explores the setup, remit, and value of dedicated methodology groups, alongside the critical organizational considerations and success factors required to maximize their impact on the speed, efficiency, and probability of success. |
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| spellingShingle | Statistical Methodology Groups in the Pharmaceutical Industry Devenport, Jenny Mielke, Tobias Akacha, Mouna Rufibach, Kaspar Ocampo, Alex Lanius, Vivian Vandemeulebroecke, Marc Hougaard, Philip Collin, Pierre Wright, David Hummel, Jurgen Kunz, Cornelia Ursula Krams, Mike Other Statistics Research and Development is the largest budget position in the pharmaceutical industry, with clinical trials being a critical, yet costly and time-consuming component to inform decisions. Beyond drug efficacy, the probability of success and efficiency of research and development are highly dependent on the approaches used for designing, analyzing, and interpreting clinical trials. Deep understanding of statistical methodology and quantitative approaches is therefore essential. Consequently, dedicated methodology groups have emerged in mid-size and large pharmaceutical companies and CROs. Their remit is to lead the conception and implementation of innovative quantitative methodologies in order to improve drug development, often by addressing complexities or offering more efficient designs. To achieve this, they collaborate internally and externally (e.g., with academics, regulators) to identify common challenges and tear down silos in order to invest in methods with the highest impact on efficiency and value to the portfolio. Given the immense financial stakes of drug development -- where delays carry massive implications -- these groups represent a critical strategic investment. However, to realize this business impact, statistical innovations must be rigorously validated and seamlessly integrated. This manuscript explores the setup, remit, and value of dedicated methodology groups, alongside the critical organizational considerations and success factors required to maximize their impact on the speed, efficiency, and probability of success. |
| title | Statistical Methodology Groups in the Pharmaceutical Industry |
| topic | Other Statistics |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2603.11240 |