Alex Watt is the Global Head for Biotech Integrated Laboratory Solutions at Q2 Solutions. In this episode, the first of a three-part series, he talks about how biotech companies can best prepare for testing with a CRO or clinical trial. First it's important to understand you analytical needs. What services are needed to operationalize the study design? Second is data, How will the data generated be used? Third is logistics and supply chain. How does sample get to the analytical location and then to its final destination? Alex goes in depth on each of these and also highlights a number of items that can be overlooked and cause delays as well as what is an appropriate lead time to begin conversations with your vendor to meet your company's timeline. You can learn more at https://q2labsolutions.com/biotech.