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Cut the Chat Life Science InsiderAuthor: Seuss
An informative podcast series designed quite literally cut the unnecessary talk and get straight to the point and heart of many life science and Biotech conversations that need to happen for our industry to evolve, innovate and get smarterfaster.Well facilitate the conversations youve been dying to hear and tackle the real crux of our industrys challenges while addressing the subjects of what we can do as life science leaders to be more successful in a shorter period of time, conversations that might actually help each other when we dare to open up.Hear directly from some visionary global biotech and life science leaders.Discover more about Seuss Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Life Sciences, Medicine, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Myth of Vendor Fit: How to Read RFPs Beyond the Polish
Episode 7
Monday, 15 December, 2025
A practical conversation on how biotechs can read RFPs differently, avoid the fluency trap, challenge assumptions, and choose vendors that can actually deliver.Every biotech faces this moment: the RFP looks perfect, polished, aligned, convincing. But does it actually signal readiness?In this episode, Seuss+ CEO Kieran Engels joins Julia Vassiliadou (F2G) to break down why a beautiful proposal can mislead sponsors, what real signals of vendor readiness look like, and how biotechs can tailor the selection process to avoid costly mistakes.Together, they unpack:Why we confuse polish with capabilityThe four signals that a vendor is genuinely readyHow to challenge assumptions during bid defensesWhy risk-based thinking (ICH E6 R3) should shape sponsor decision-makingHow governance, oversight, and setup determine long-term CRO successWhether you’re selecting your first CRO or refining your next vendor strategy, this conversation gives you the tools to see beyond the surface and choose smarter.🎧 Listen now and don’t let polish fool you.
