ACM Global Central Lab Discusses Best Practices for Clinical Trial Logistics at Central Labs West 2010

Elena Logan Provides Central Lab Perspective on Resolving Transportation Logistics Challenges

Rochester, NY, Feb. 1, 2010 – ACM Global Central Laboratory, the global central lab that continually defines the customer-service standard with its flexible approach, will feature Elena Logan, VP of Clinical Trials, on the “Changing the Paradigm for Logistics and Operations” panel at Central Labs West 2010 show in San Francisco, Feb. 3-5.

The panel features members of the Logistics Task Force, spearheaded by Peter Colbourne of ConcentRx Consulting, who will discuss issues and solutions focused on clinical trial transportation logistics. Sponsors, labs and couriers are brought together to take an honest look at encouraging transparency and boosting collaborations, productivity and efficiency. The panel is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 4 at 1:30 p.m.

“Many of the issues that affect clinical trial performance are due to logistics issues. The Logistics Task Force will explore those issues with the goal of creating a viable business case, which supports change,” said Colbourne. “I am delighted that we have been able to attract key industry leaders to serve on this panel which will focus upon transportation logistics. “

“I am honored to be a part of such an important industry initiative,” said Elena Logan, “There is clearly a need for greater cost containment with regard to transportation in clinical trials, as well as solutions that are reliable and allow for a level playing field for all providers.  This will be especially critical as we continue to conduct trials in emerging markets.”

Logan is also a member of the Clinical Trial Logistics Group on LinkedIn where she can share hand-on experiences regarding a range of clinical sample logistics, such as transportation, turnaround time and border issues. ACM Global offers central lab services in more than 60 countries, performs 13 millions tests each year and can cite specific case studies on overcoming logistics challenges.

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About ACM Global Central Laboratory
ACM Global Central Laboratory offers a flexible approach and a focus on precision to keep clinical research studies on schedule. ACM’s operations extend to more than 60 countries with all tests conducted and managed from central lab facilities with seamless data management providing a single database. The organization performs 13 million tests each year, featuring more than 1,500 individual tests spanning all medical disciplines, including pathology, microbiology, flow cytometry and pharmacogenomics. Combining comprehensive safety, efficacy and pathology testing from a single lab ensures clients receive consistent, analyzable test results with faster and cleaner reporting. For more information, visit www.acmgloballab.com.

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