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A pharmaceutical information manager's viewpoint on R & D information resource management
Journal of Chemical Information and Computer Sciences
|May 1, 1983
Summary
Effective information resource management in pharmaceutical R&D requires focusing on usefulness and efficiency. Proactive delivery of information supports scientists and managers in problem-solving and decision-making for enhanced productivity.
Area of Science:
- Pharmaceutical Research and Development
- Information Resource Management
- Organizational Science
Background:
- The pharmaceutical R&D environment presents unique challenges for information resource management.
- Current practices often overlook the integration of functional organizational preferences and specialized employee roles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the information resource management landscape in pharmaceutical R&D.
- To highlight key considerations for optimizing information flow and utilization.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of the information resource management environment.
- Discussion of organizational factors, employee selection, automation, and team dynamics.
Main Results:
- Challenges exist in maintaining the effectiveness of innovative information tools.
- Success hinges on balancing usefulness (effectiveness) with proficiency (efficiency).
Conclusions:
- Proactive delivery of targeted information packets is crucial for problem-solving and decision support.
- Effective information resource management directly impacts productivity in pharmaceutical R&D.