Strategic solutions case studies

Explore our FSP and blended models in our library of case studies.

Accelerating time to market, reducing costs and increasing quality. Through our global Strategic Solutions, we provide strategic outsourcing consulting, advising on organisational models, transformational roadmaps and operational execution, with full management oversight.

Long-term benefits of FSP partnerships in biometrics

The sponsor sought out ICON’s data management resources for their support in several international and complex programs using our FSP model across several therapeutic areas: oncology, neurology, infectious disease, endocrinology, and nephrology.

Creating an industry-leading clinical operations risk management function

Discover how ICON's cross-functional collaboration led to to creation of an industry-leading clinical risk management platform.

Out-performing ambitions with strategic capacity management

Explore how we built a dedicated global infrastructure of functional hubs, reducing the cost per FTE by over 20% and resulting in 20% productivity savings.

Creating a pool of high-quality CRA talent

An accelerated training program for Early Development Oncology CRAs was required to significantly increase the cohort of CRA talent across 7 countries globally.

Strategic site management

A top ten pharmaceutical company needed clinical site support in an FSP model as it changed its pipeline to focus on complex oncology studies. The introduction of a Site Engagement Liaison delivered significant efficiencies and reduced risk.

Large scale transformation delivers lasting results in clinical monitoring

A top five biopharma company makes the radical move to transform the delivery of all clinical site management activities to an FSP model.

FSP for a mid-sized device company

A mid-sized medical device company, required a smooth transition from using a staffing company alongside a full-service model, to an FSP model.

Regulatory resourcing solution for year-on-year success

A large scale regulatory resourcing solution was put in place for our client, including the transition of over 275 staff.

Driving high quality in global clinical drug development

A China-based biotech required an FSP model to grow team to 130 resources and increase retention to 85% in a highly competitive market.

Elevating Biopharma R&D

A biopharma partner required support with an FSP model across multiple service areas, seamlessly integrated with an existing FSO partnership.

Transforming a partnership into a blended model

A 10-year existing FSO partnership was expanded to incorporate a blended model to aid sourcing niche roles across multiple geographies whilst the sponsor maintained greater control of key areas.