Resources

Tools, books, and ideas that help us grow smarter — and lead boldly.

At ACG-Clinical, we believe growth comes from learning, experimentation, and curiosity.
This page highlights the books, frameworks, and tools that shape how we think, lead, and help our clients succeed across the clinical research ecosystem.

📚 Books & Thinkers That Inspire Me

These authors have shaped how we view leadership, communication, and purposeful growth.

⚙️ Frameworks and Ideas We Apply

These models reflect how we help clients align, execute, and grow — blending strategy with communication, clarity, and accountability.

💡 C.L.A.R.E.™ Framework — Communicate proactively, Listen across roles, Align on expectations, Respond quickly and clearly, Execute consistently.

⚙️ The Challenger Sale — Teaching for differentiation and reframing customer thinking.

💡 Golden Circle Framework — Start with “Why” to clarify mission and purpose.

🧩 Industry and Professional Resources

Trusted organizations, publications, and communities that keep us informed and connected to the research ecosystem.

  • ACRP — Association of Clinical Research Professionals
    Supporting clinical research excellence through training, standards, and community.

  • SCRS — Society for Clinical Research Sites
    Dedicated to representing and empowering research sites worldwide.

  • Research Revolution — Annual summit exploring the intersection of innovation, technology, and collaboration in clinical research, hosted by Florence Healthcare.

  • SOCRA — Society of Clinical Research Associates
    Advancing quality and professionalism in clinical research through education and certification.

  • AMRC — Association of Medical Research Charities
    Championing research charities and improving collaboration across the UK life sciences sector.

  • CISCRP — Center for Information & Study on Clinical Research Participation
    Promoting public understanding and trust in clinical research.

  • FDA — Regulatory guidance and updates for sponsors, CROs, and research sites.

⚙️ Tools We Use and Recommend

  • Devana Solutions — Purpose-built CRM and analytics platform for clinical research site networks, helping track study opportunities and performance across sites.

  • HubSpot — Scalable CRM for individual research sites and small vendors, enabling consistent tracking of sponsor and CRO outreach.

  • GlobalData — Industry intelligence and market analytics platform for monitoring sponsor portfolios, pipelines, and competitive trends.

  • ClinicalTrials.gov — Public registry for identifying active, planned, and completed clinical trials across

  • Microsoft 365 — Collaboration and productivity suite for seamless communication and documentation.

  • Squarespace — Website design and publishing platform that keeps messaging clear and cohesive.

  • Canva — Visual storytelling and design tool for presentations, blog images, and marketing assets.

  • Calendly — Simplified scheduling and client booking to streamline availability.

  • ChatGPT — AI assistant for research, content creation, strategic brainstorming, and drafting clearer, more effective communications.