Areas of Specialization
Pre- and Post-Award
Project Management
Institutions need a comprehensive program to manage their research grants and contracts. Pre- and post-award offices are responsible for activities such as proposal development, review, submission, award receipt, negotiations and fiscal compliance. This requires: 1) a comprehensive strategy for managing research, 2) appropriate policies and procedures, 3) an effective research office infrastructure, 4) integration throughout the organization, 5) and an effective evaluation of the research and operations. The RAM Strategy Group can provide the external expertise needed to evaluate current operations and to make recommendations to improve operations.
Clinical Trial Management
The biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries seek well developed programs to conduct clinical trials of new therapeutic agents and medical devices. A comprehensive clinical trial operation goes beyond just having a unit. It must have an comprehensive strategy that includes integration throughout the organization, and a marketing strategy. The RAM Strategy Group group can develop and implement your strategy, review operations and integrate clinical trials in your organization, and assist in ensuring regulatory compliance and marketing your site.
Technology Commercialization
Research can lead to new inventions and patents on composition of matter, processes, or new utilities of existing patents. The RAM Strategy Group works with its clients to 1) identify and protect intellectual property, 2) develop a strategy to commercialize your technology, and 3) work to establish spin-off companies.
Regulatory Compliance
There are ever changing regulations to ensure appropriate Responsible Conduct of Research, such as but not limited to human subjects protections, conflict of interest, research misconduct, environmental health and safety and export control. The RAM Strategy Group can review your current policies, procedures and training to see that your organization meets current regulations.
For-Profit and Non-Profit Corporate Management
Whether you are a start-up company or a non-profit organization you need a strategy for success. The RAM Strategy Group assists organizations to maximize the value of their technology or organization by defining or supporting their strategic vision and direction, and ensuring an effective management system to support future growth. The RAM Strategy Group can provide interim leadership, serve as Board Members, or external consultants as you build your organization.
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