Pharma companies are seeking to bolster pipelines and cut costs more than ever before in preparation for looming patent expirations of blockbuster drugs. In this environment global collaborations are increasing while budgets are shrinking, and as a result Internet-based communication has taken a prominent position in clinical development.

In contrast to the rapid changes in the structure of development teams and the advancements in web-based communications tools, the progress toward completely paperless clinical trials has been notably slow. In over two decades since the first remote data entry systems were introduced, interfaces and speed of computer-based systems have improved greatly, yet the challenges of managing the paper distribution, collection and management of clinical regulatory documents in clinical trials persists. Join us for a live webcast as we discuss paperless clinical trials, covering the initiatives, the progress and what we have learned along the way.

Discussion will include:

The push for paperless: trends and initiatives
Clinical studies end-to-end: Which parts of the process are farthest along and which have the highest hurdles
Views on the benefits and burdens of transitioning to paperless for sites, sponsors, regulators and others
Where from here? Practical next steps towards the paperless trial.

Improving quality and overall business performance are two of the key objectives in an MES harmonisation programme but how can it be put into practice?
Sponsored by Atos Origin, this one hour webinar concentrates on Akzo Nobel Base Chemicals’ programme in moving 13 plants located on 7 production sites in 4 European countries on to one MES platform.
• What have been the results?
• What are the lessons learned to keep in mind when running comprehensive MES harmonisation programs?
Using the insights of Akzo Nobel and Atos Origin, confirm your participation for this FREE session beginning at 15:15 on 16th September 2009 and discover the
necessary tools to:

• Plan, manage and control all pre-programme activities to de-risk project activities
• Use best practices to accelerate the implementation and the acceptance of an MES solution across multiple plants/countries keeping delivery quality high
• Manage the most important KPIs to control your performances and promptly take corrective actions
• Make use of experience of other companies to quickly leverage ROI’s on multi-plant MES installations
Registration is free at http://manufacturing.wtgalumni.com/webinars/webinar_AtosOrigin.php
Presented by: Luca Benporath, Director - Global Sales & Markets - Manufacturing, Atos Origin
For further information, contact Laurence Allen, Head of Online Marketing on laurence.allen@wtgevents.com or call +44 (0) 207 202 7560

If you’ve been paying attention to the news, you’ve heard a lot about the pandemic swine flu. But with all the media attention, it’s hard to separate the hype from the real information. How threatening is a pandemic to you and your business? Everyday life won’t be the same during a pandemic. What can you expect? And what can you do to prepare your workforce?

Participants will delve into a comprehensive review of this critical subject to:
--Develop a basic understanding of pandemic preparedness and the importance of business planning:
--Uncover the significance of communicating regularly with employees before, during and after a pandemic; and
--Understand how businesses can help employees deal with a severe pandemic.

AGENDA:
Pandemic Planning as a Strategic Issue: The Operational Impact
Assess the Company’s Strategic Vulnerabilities: Preparation for Protection
Why This is Important
Three Key Issues: Financial, Personnel & Legal
What to Plan for at a Minimum/Maximum
Pandemic Plan To Do List
Public Relations: What to say/What not to say

About Mojo's Guest:
Larry Smith, president of the Institute for Crisis Management, is a former television news director, press secretary and newspaper editor. He works with executives seeking to minimize the negative public reaction to a business crisis. He also assists in developing pro-active crisis communications plans and teaches seminars in crisis management.  

Larry has more than 45 years experience in the news and public relations business. He began his professional career as a photographer and later worked as a newspaper editor and radio talk show host. Summoned to Washington, DC in the mid-80's, he served as Press Secretary to then-Senator Dan Quayle. He is a graduate of Indiana University’s School of Education and served 6 years in the U.S. Air Force. He has also co-authored 2 books on crisis management.  

Cost: $99
You will be directed to a secure site following registrations.
Coordinated by http://www.ProfessionalMojo.com Online Workshops