Using Lessons from FinTech to Improve Clinical Trial Interoperability

Clinical research grapples with chronic interoperability failures like EDC/CTMS silos and protocol amendment disruptions to site-level rollout misalignments. Add on system complexity and regulatory pressures, and the clinical research ecosystem struggles with fragmented systems, custom integrations and endless workarounds; the problem worsens as digital transformation and AI adoption increase.

This webinar explores why interoperability still breaks down across the study lifecycle, what other industries like FinTech got right and which emerging approaches could finally move the sector from bespoke fixes to scalable, trusted data flow. In this session, the featured speakers will do a deep dive into the structural barriers holding the industry back, from weak standards and vendor lock-in to misaligned incentives, and examine whether AI, neutral hubs and stronger regulatory pressure will unlock a more connected future.

Register for this webinar to learn how interoperability can reduce clinical trial technology fragmentation and support scalable data flow.

Speakers

Ram Sathia, Founder & CEO, Infiligence Inc.

Ram Sathia is a visionary technology leader and the CEO of Infiligence, with over 25 years of experience driving innovation in engineering automation and digital transformation. He is widely recognized for his deep expertise in AI-driven automation, DevOps and Enterprise Architecture, and for pioneering scalable, self-sustaining engineering ecosystems. Prior to founding Infiligence, Ram built and scaled a large digital operations and automation practice from the ground up, delivering solutions for Fortune 100 enterprises including AmEx, Nike and T-Mobile. His work focuses on eliminating inefficiencies and enabling organizations to adopt intelligent, agent-driven systems that transform how software is built and operated. He holds multiple patents in automation and intelligent systems, reflecting his commitment to advancing cutting-edge technology. A passionate technologist and thought leader, Ram is committed to redefining the future of engineering through AI, platform innovation and continuous automation, helping enterprises move toward truly autonomous, self-driving systems.

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Doug Bain, Consulting Partner, ClinFlo Consulting

Doug Bain is a Consulting Partner and Founder of ClinFlo, which advises biopharma companies, CROs and clinical technology vendors on designing, selecting and adopting eClinical platforms that deliver tangible operational value. He bridges product design, regulatory demands and clinical execution with over 20 years of experience as CTO, CEO, Founder and Board Advisor. Doug collaborates with executive teams and investors on platform strategy, AI adoption and technology risk in regulated settings, emphasizing practical, audit-ready analytics and AI. Previously, as CTO at KCR CRO (now ICON), he drove global technology strategy, including multi-vendor integrations, cloud transformation and compliant enterprise AI. He founded eClinicalHealth, pioneering the Clinpal decentralized cloud platform and scaling it from consulting to a funded product company. Earlier, at Medidata, Doug advanced the Rave platform’s global rollout and implementation frameworks, plus senior roles at IBM in electronic data capture. A sought-after speaker, Doug champions practical ClinTech, balancing innovation, usability, integration and regulatory confidence.

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Joe Dustin, Founder & Principal, Dauntless eClinical Strategies

Joe is a Strategist, Advisor and Operator who excels in complex, ambiguous environments where regulation, technology and human outcomes intersect. He has led product strategy, go-to-market transformation and commercialization initiatives for eClinical platforms, with deep expertise in eCOA, patient engagement, digital protocol enablement and data acquisition workflows. Pharma leaders, technology companies, founders and investors turn to him for insights into market dynamics, competitive positioning, product differentiation, change management and value creation. Joe is a strong advocate for open interoperability, modern architecture and the full digitization of Clinical Operations. With 20 years of industry experience, he is the Founder of Dauntless eClinical Strategies and has previously held leadership roles at Medidata, Medable, Bristol Myers Squibb and BioFourmis.

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