Agentic AI in Action: Strategic Considerations for Implementing Autonomous Agents in Clinical Trials

Sat 10 Feb 2024
11:00 AM EST

Agentic AI in Action: Strategic Considerations for Implementing Autonomous Agents in Clinical Trials

The pharmaceutical and biotech industries are at a critical inflection point. With the AI market experiencing explosive growth right now, companies face mounting pressure to accelerate drug discovery and optimize clinical trials—yet 70% of AI initiatives fail to deliver expected ROI. Clinical trials, the backbone of pharmaceutical innovation, are becoming increasingly complex and expensive, with average costs reaching $2.6 billion per approved drug. Companies are struggling with fragmented data systems, regulatory compliance burdens, talent shortages in AI expertise, and the challenge of integrating autonomous agents into existing workflows. Those who fail to strategically implement agentic AI solutions risk falling behind competitors who are already leveraging autonomous agents to reduce trial timelines by 30% and cut operational costs by 25%. The window for strategic AI adoption is rapidly closing, and companies must act decisively to avoid being left behind in this transformative shift.

This comprehensive webinar will guide pharmaceutical and biotech professionals through a proven strategic framework for implementing autonomous agents in clinical trials. You’ll learn how to navigate the critical “build vs. buy vs. ecosystem participation” decision matrix specifically tailored for agentic AI solutions. We’ll explore real-world case studies demonstrating how leading companies have successfully deployed AI solutions for patient recruitment, trial monitoring, regulatory documentation, and data analysis. The presentation will cover essential factors including speed of implementation, cost considerations, regulatory compliance requirements, and vendor evaluation criteria. You’ll gain practical insights into assessing your organization’s data readiness, aligning AI initiatives with business objectives, and developing a comprehensive integration strategy that maximizes ROI while minimizing implementation risks.

Attendees will master practical skills to overcome the most pressing challenges in agentic AI implementation. You’ll learn how to conduct thorough cost-benefit analyses that account for both direct and indirect costs, evaluate vendor reliability and compliance capabilities, and develop proof-of-concept strategies for testing autonomous agents in controlled environments. The webinar will provide actionable frameworks for ensuring data quality and governance, managing change across cross-functional teams, and establishing continuous monitoring systems for AI performance. We’ll also address critical regulatory considerations including FDA compliance, data privacy requirements (GDPR, HIPAA), and ethical frameworks for trustworthy AI. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear roadmap for implementing autonomous agents that deliver measurable value while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Don’t let your organization fall behind in the AI revolution that’s reshaping clinical trials. The companies that act now will gain a significant competitive advantage, while those who hesitate risk obsolescence in an increasingly AI-driven marketplace. This webinar represents your opportunity to gain insider knowledge from industry experts who have successfully navigated these strategic decisions.

Key Takeaways:

  • Explore real-world challenges and gaps in current clinical trial operations.
  • Evaluate when to build vs. buy AI solutions in a regulated environment.
  • Understand how Agentic AI can streamline key processes in trial execution.
  • Learn how to craft and execute an AI strategy by identifying starting points, defining roles, and aligning stakeholders.

Join pharmaceutical and biotech leaders transforming clinical trials with autonomous agents. Reserve your spot today for this interactive session and take the first step toward adopting agentic AI in your organization.

Speakers

Varsha Kishore

Product Management Leader, Maxis AI

Varsha Kishore Product Management Leader·Maxis AI Varsha Kishore is a strategic Product Management Leader at MaxisIT, where she spearheads the conceptualization and end-to-end delivery of flagship Agentic AI products. With over ten years of experience in clinical IT and Pharmaceutical industry, she has evolved from a high-impact Business Analyst into a visionary leader specializing in the integration of AI frameworks within GxP-compliant clinical trials. Varsha is recognized for orchestrating high-performing cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Dr. Rachna Saralkar

Product Management Leader, Maxis AI

Dr. Rachna Saralkar is a double board-certified physician and Principal Investigator at Flourish Research, specializing in psychiatry, clinical informatics, and the application of AI in healthcare. She brings deep expertise at the intersection of clinical research, digital health, and emerging technologies, with a focus on advancing more efficient and patient-centered clinical development. Previously, she served as Medical Product Director at Deliberate AI, where she led the development of AI-enabled solutions for mental healthcare. She has also advised several early-stage health technology startups as a fractional Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Saralkar completed her psychiatry residency at Johns Hopkins University and holds a Master’s in Clinical Informatics Management from Stanford University School of Medicine.

Looking for Agentic AI for clinical trials?

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Speakers

Varsha Kishore

Product Management Leader, Maxis AI

Varsha Kishore Product Management Leader·Maxis AI Varsha Kishore is a strategic Product Management Leader at MaxisIT, where she spearheads the conceptualization and end-to-end delivery of flagship Agentic AI products. With over ten years of experience in clinical IT and Pharmaceutical industry, she has evolved from a high-impact Business Analyst into a visionary leader specializing in the integration of AI frameworks within GxP-compliant clinical trials. Varsha is recognized for orchestrating high-performing cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Dr. Rachna Saralkar

Product Management Leader, Maxis AI

Dr. Rachna Saralkar is a double board-certified physician and Principal Investigator at Flourish Research, specializing in psychiatry, clinical informatics, and the application of AI in healthcare. She brings deep expertise at the intersection of clinical research, digital health, and emerging technologies, with a focus on advancing more efficient and patient-centered clinical development. Previously, she served as Medical Product Director at Deliberate AI, where she led the development of AI-enabled solutions for mental healthcare. She has also advised several early-stage health technology startups as a fractional Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Saralkar completed her psychiatry residency at Johns Hopkins University and holds a Master’s in Clinical Informatics Management from Stanford University School of Medicine.

Looking for Agentic AI for clinical trials?

Explore our Agentic AI Platform to see how AI agents are transforming study startup, data management, oversight, and regulatory submissions.