CASE STUDIES
Case Study 1: Enhancing the Effectiveness of a Field Medical Organization in a Mid-Size Pharmaceutical Company
Challenge
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Inconsistent KPIs across therapeutic area MSL teams
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Limited recognition of MSL value by internal stakeholders
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Role confusion within Medical Affairs
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Feedback and performance measurement reactive and unclear
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Our Strategic Approach
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Conducted stakeholder interviews & cross-functional workshops
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Developed MSL goal-setting framework aligned with brand strategy
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Introduced KPI structure and upgraded reporting tools
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Impact
✔ Aligned MSL goals with product/brand strategy
✔ Defined clear performance metrics and impact indicators
✔ Improved internal visibility via enhanced dashboards
✔ Increased engagement and accountability among MSLs
Case Study 2: Effective Insights Gathering from KOLs through Scientific Advisory Board Meetings
Challenge / Situation
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A small biotech company faced several high-stakes decisions regarding:
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Phase III clinical trial design for a new indication
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Regulatory strategy
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Launch planning
While the company had previously relied on feedback from a consistent group of KOLs, concerns arose about potential bias due to their long-standing relationships with the organization. Additionally, the company had a limited budget but needed to gather robust, high-quality input across multiple strategic areas in a short time.
Solution & Strategic Approach
To address these challenges, we designed and executed a phased engagement strategy:
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Curated a new cohort of KOLs with diverse backgrounds, relevant expertise, and experience in clinical development, regulatory strategy, and product launches to ensure fresh, unbiased perspectives.
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Planned and facilitated a series of three advisory board meetings:
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Two virtual sessions and one in-person meeting
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Structured to allow for iterative refinement of insights and strategy
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Collaborated closely with the client and meeting chair to:
-Develop tailored agendas focused on key strategic questions
-Create pre-read materials and presentations
-Draft detailed discussion guides to ensure focused feedback on all priority areas
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Provided full logistical support for the in-person meeting, including travel, accommodations, venue setup, catering, and on-site coordination to ensure a seamless experience for all participants
Results & Impact
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The first virtual meeting helped frame initial thinking and surface early recommendations.
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The second virtual session allowed for deeper discussion and refinement of strategic direction.
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The in-person meeting enabled rich discussion, diverse input, and consensus-building, with every participant having an opportunity to share detailed recommendations.
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Outcome: A comprehensive strategic plan for the new indication of Product X, focused on optimizing regulatory success, reimbursement potential, and commercial uptake.
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Delivered a detailed advisory board report with an executive summary, synthesis of key insights, and clearly defined next steps for development and launch.
Case Study 3: Development of an Integrated Medical Affairs Plan (iMAP) – Pre - Launch
Challenge / Situation
A newly formed Medical Affairs team required a comprehensive, cross-functional strategic plan to guide activities during the critical pre-launch period—one year ahead of the PDUFA date, with Phase III data still pending. While a Situation Analysis and preliminary Strategic Objectives (from Commercial) were in place, the Medical Affairs function lacked:
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A defined Medical Strategy aligned with broader business goals
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A Scientific Communication Strategy
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A Medical Education Plan
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Stakeholder Engagement strategy
These missing components were crucial to informing operations and budget planning.
Solution & Approach
To build a fully integrated and actionable iMAP, the following steps were undertaken:
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Strategic Alignment & Planning
- Facilitated cross-functional workshops to define Medical Affairs strategic pillars in
alignment with the commercial strategy.
-Revised and expanded the Scientific Platform to uncover evidence gaps and ensure
alignment with the medical narrative.
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Stakeholder Mapping & Engagement
-Identified and prioritized key external stakeholders (e.g., KOLs, guideline contributors).
-Developed and implemented engagement plans, including targeted advisory boards to:
1. Validate product positioning and role in the treatment landscape.
2. Review available scientific evidence and identify data gaps to inform
the Evidence Generation plan and future Medical Education activities.
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Scientific Communication Development
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Built a comprehensive Scientific Platform including lexicon, key messages, and
evidence summaries.
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Created the Scientific Communication Plan to guide both Medical and Commercial
messaging.
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Supported development of promotional materials by providing aligned scientific
content.
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Internal Readiness & Education
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Designed and delivered training for both Medical and Commercial teams focused on:
-Disease state education
-Product mechanism of action
-Deep dives into current scientific evidence
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Results & Impact
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Successfully completed and delivered the full iMAP, including:
-Scientific Communication Strategy & Platform
-Medical Education Plan
-Stakeholder Engagement Strategy
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Enhanced cross-functional alignment, ensuring that Medical, Clinical, and Commercial
strategies were integrated and business-aligned.
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Established tactical action plans for the Medical Affairs team—especially Field
Medical—mapped to each strategic pillar.
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Enabled timely launch readiness, with Medical Affairs well-prepared to support scientific engagement, education, and communications.
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