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Centralized vs. Decentralized Study Start-Up: Why Time to Activation Still Separates High-Performing Sites

Across the clinical research ecosystem, one truth continues to surface: time to activation matters more than ever. Delays in study startups don’t just slow recruitment. They shorten enrollment windows, frustrate investigators, and can ultimately determine whether a site remains competitive for future trials. Yet despite years of attention, many organizations still struggle to consistently activate studies within industry expectations. 

What’s “Next is Now” for Your Career as a First-Timer at ACRP 2026

Whether you are a seasoned clinical research professional or a newbie to all things trial-related, getting the most out of your first time attending a major industry-focused conference like ACRP 2026 means more than having an “elevator speech” about your job role prepared and taking snapshots of the most interesting session slides. 

You May Already be a Project Manager and Not Know It

Whether the universe seems to be guiding you toward an “it was meant to be” career change into project management, or you have already made the switch but want to know more about what you’ve gotten yourself into, you can take a deep dive into how the project manager role fits into the clinical research enterprise during a full-day ACRP 2026 Workshop in Orlando in April.
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Events

PNW Chapter: A Review of Medical Record Data Extraction and Adverse Event Reporting (ACRP Webinar Replay)

Join the PNW Chapter for a virtual ACRP webinar replay event.

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Northern CA Chapter: March 2026 Networking Event

Join the Northern CA Chapter for a in-person networking event.

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RTP Chapter: Supply on the Move – A Panel on DtP & Decentralized Delivery

Join the RTP Chapter for a hybrid educational and networking event.

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