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Functionally Speaking Series: Clinical Operations for Large Pharma, Navigating Model Evolution With Agility
What does it take to run a truly effective Functional Service Provider (FSP) model in today’s biopharma landscape? From harmonizing global teams to embedding innovation into daily delivery, FSP engagement is more than a resourcing solution — it’s about strategic collaboration and approaches that accelerate delivery. The Syneos Health Podcast: Functionally Speaking series explores the nuances that make these models work.
In this episode of the Functionally Speaking series, host Lynn Hamilton sits down with Wayne Wise, Vice President of Clinical Operations at Syneos Health, to explore the real-world shifts happening in large pharma partnerships. With nearly two decades at the company and deep cross-functional experience, Wayne shares how agility, strategic governance and trust-based team leadership are reshaping FSP delivery models.
From evolving CRA roles and co-created governance to the increasing use of AI, Wayne offers a firsthand look at how functional teams are adapting in real time to operational and strategic shifts across the industry.
You will walk away with insights on:
- Moving beyond transactional models to strategic, insight-driven partnerships
- Building agile teams that thrive amid complexity
- Transforming governance to focus on action, not just KPIs
- How the CRA role is evolving with tech-enabled site engagement
- What sponsors can do to unlock value through co-creation
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