Decoding the Complexity of CRO Change Orders

Uncovering Hidden Costs, Misalignments, and Process Challenges in Clinical Outsourcing

Change orders in clinical trials are rarely simple. For both Sponsors and CROs, the process is often riddled with hidden costs, budget misalignments, and administrative inefficiencies. Outdated trackers, inconsistent unit pricing, and version control chaos can turn a simple scope adjustment into weeks of delays and unplanned expenses.

That’s why we’re bringing you the next instalment in Clinical Maestro’s CRO Budget Demystifying webinar series: “Decoding the Complexity of CRO Change Orders.”

Why CRO Change Orders Matter

Every change order impacts your study timeline, budget, and operational efficiency. Without a transparent, standardized approach, Sponsors risk:

• Budget Overruns caused by missed cost variances
• Extended Timelines due to lengthy negotiations and unclear approval workflows
• Process Inefficiencies from manual reconciliation and multiple data sources
• Misalignment between CROs and Sponsors on deliverables, pricing, and contract terms

By attending this webinar, you’ll gain the clarity and tools needed to take control of change order management—turning a traditionally reactive process into a proactive, data-driven practice.

What You’ll Learn in the Webinar

Our expert panel will share strategies, best practices, and technology solutions to improve CRO change order management at every stage:

• Understanding the Complexity – Why change orders pose unique challenges for both CROs and Sponsors
• Best Practices for Change Order Negotiations – Proven approaches for transparent, efficient, and fair discussions
• Leveraging Technology – How advanced tools like Clinical Maestro detect budget deviations, enforce contracts, and simplify reconciliation

Meet the Experts

We’ve assembled an exceptional panel of leaders with deep experience in CRO pricing, clinical procuremet, and operational strategy:

• Daryl Fallon – Former Head of Global Proposals, Premier Research (20+ years in CRO pricing leadership)
• Brendan Descelles – Director, Sourcing & Procurement, Xencor
• Andrei Antonescu – Head of Product, Strategikon
• Anca Copaescu – Founder & CEO, Strategikon

Reserve Your Place

This is more than just a discussion - it’s a deep dive into one of the most overlooked areas of clinical trial outsourcing. You’ll leave with actionable strategies to control costs, shorten timelines, and build stronger CRO partnerships.

📅 Date: 9 September 2025, 12 PM EST

📍 Location: LinkedIn Live

RSVP today to secure your spot and start your journey toward more efficient change order management.

Register for the Webinar →

Start Improving Your CRO Change Order Process Now

You don’t have to wait for the webinar to take action. Discover how Clinical Maestro helps you streamline CRO change orders with automated deviation detection, cost transparency, and standardized workflows.

Visit our Manage Change Orders page to explore the technology that’s already transforming how Sponsors and CROs handle change orders.