The Rise of Electronic Data Capture and its Greatest Obstacle

Advancement in healthcare-related technologies has resulted in a groundswell of information contained in patient health records. Electronic data abstraction systems have allowed medical professionals to analyze and apply vast bodies of information comprehensively. In the field of clinical trial management, electronic data capture (EDC) has become vital to this process. Over time, EDC yields benefits in cost, trial duration, and the capacity to utilize remote monitoring. However, EDC implementation can prove costly, and often causes temporary disruptions to workflow and productivity.