The Pulse Report 2024

The Pulse: Global R&D Insights in Pharmaceuticals

Insights from 150 global drug development leaders illuminate industry trends, challenges and sentiments

The impact of rising costs on clinical trials

Technological innovations driving drug development

Shifts in outsourcing strategies

Sneak peek

Three major trends shaping the drug development industry

AI adoption is accelerating

AI is transforming the industry, with 66% of large companies leveraging it for efficiencies in recruitment, advanced analytics, and real-world data/evidence (RWD/RWE). This reflects a significant increase in the adoption of AI technologies since 2023.

Trial complexity is escalating

Managing the increasing complexity of clinical trials is a growing challenge. Nearly two in five companies cite this as a major concern, as intricate protocol designs and regulatory requirements continue to add layers of difficulty and extend development timelines.

Speeding up development timelines is crucial

Accelerated development timelines are becoming increasingly important, with nearly half of companies reporting longer timelines compared to two years ago. This trend underscores the industry’s efforts to streamline processes and reduce time-to-market for new therapies, despite the growing complexity of trials.

What is the current state of the clinical research industry, and where is it headed? We asked 150 global leaders.

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