In May 2022, the 75th World Health Assembly passed a resolution to enhance clinical trials for better health interventions, research quality, and coordination. Then, the director-general requested WHO to develop a guidance document for best practices in clinical trials, resulting in a draft that will be updated in the next period with input from healthcare professionals.

Promoting collaboration and ensuring transparency in all aspects of the trial, from design to reporting, are elements highlighted among the principles. The draft also focuses on strengthening the global ecosystem for clinical trials by developing adequate infrastructure and fostering team efficacy. Moreover, among the areas of competencies mentioned are study & site management, staff & resources management, data flow, and clinical and laboratory operations.

To all these desiderates, technology is an excellent stimulus. Clinical Trial Management Systems provide the means to conduct research efficiently, store large amounts of information, enhance communication, and reduce the time and costs of clinical trials.