Pharmaceutical Project Management, Second Edition

Book excerpt: Encompassing the full spectrum of project management’s role and responsibility encountered in the pharmaceutical industry, Pharmaceutical Project Management outlines the key objectives, risks, and challenges of each stage of the pharmaceutical lifecycle, from discovery and preclinical phases through clinical development, manufacturing, registration, and launch. New updated material includes: expert recommendations and informative articles on decision-making planning principles and planning systems management of subcontracted development manufacturing project management team leadership and skill sets drug development strategies It covers primary project management objectives, functions, and descriptions of the nature and execution of work activities in a clear and reader-friendly format to illustrate key characteristics and objectives, assist managers in projecting the risks and challenges of each development option, and supply concise recommendations for successful project planning.