Simplifying Cell Therapy Operations: Perspectives from Megan Roberts

Megan Roberts, Director, Project Management, Rare Disease

As a Director of Project Management specializing in cell therapy operations, I’ve seen how the most minute details of the patient and product journey directly impact project success. From my experience with site and hospital operations to overseeing Institutional Biosafety Committees, I have firsthand knowledge of how the complexities of cell therapy logistics can affect project teams, clinical teams, and patients.

In cell therapy trials, so many factors rely on effective logistical operations and successful clinical supply chain management – areas where every handoff, shipment, and step in communication carries significant risk. In my role at Worldwide, I’m passionate about simplifying these complexities by building processes that strengthen collaboration, reduce risk, and drive efficiency, with the goal of supporting clinical teams in delivering advanced therapies seamlessly from innovation in the lab to the patient’s bedside.

In our upcoming webinar, “Optimizing Cell Therapy Trials of Today: Strategies and Tactics,” occurring on October 8th at 11:00 am EST, I’ll be sharing several perspectives on fit-for-purpose operational strategies, how to minimize burden on clinical teams, and ways to ensure reliable delivery of these life-changing treatments.

Why register?

  • Gain expert insights into practical strategies for cell therapy trial management
  • Learn best practices to reduce risk and logistical burden on sites and teams
  • Enhance collaboration across the patient journey through stronger communication and processes

Below is a preview of what I’ll cover:

1. Fit-for-Purpose Strategies

          Developing your cell therapy strategy requires precision and flexibility. In this webinar, I’ll be sharing ways you can ensure your study fits the specific needs of every type of patient, product, and sponsor, while driving efficiency and reducing operational risk.

          2. Simplifying the Complex

          Study teams and sites often face overwhelming logistical burdens, from scheduling patient visits around manufacturing timelines to managing highly sensitive shipments. I will be discussing approaches to streamlining processes and providing support to clinical teams where they need it most.

          3. Relationship Building

          Effective communication is at the core of successful cell therapy trials. By prioritizing clear and transparent communication across all stakeholders, we can help build a strong and trusting relationship, which improves trial coordination, reduces missteps, and creates a smoother journey for everyone involved. I will be discussing ways we can close gaps that often arise by ensuring Clinical Research Associates, sites, and sponsors are consistently connected.

          I’m looking forward to joining my colleagues and industry peers in this webinar to discuss how we can take meaningful steps toward advancing the operational success of cell therapy trials and, most importantly, improving patient outcomes. Don’t miss this opportunity — register now for “Optimizing Cell Therapy Trials of Today: Strategies and Tactics” and join the conversation.

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