Beyond “Clunky” Code: Why 100% Configuration is the Future of RTSM

For years, the life sciences industry has been stuck in a cycle of "clunky" legacy systems. We’ve all heard the word "configuration" touted by providers, but true configurable RTSM is rarely delivered. When you peel back the layers, the reality is often disappointing. Many legacy RTSM (Randomization and Trial Supply Management) providers offer what is essentially a revamped interface sitting on top of outdated, rigid code.

At Atreo, we are changing the conversation. When we say our RTSM system and Studio configuration tool are 100% configurable, we mean it—and that distinction is a sea change for clinical trials.

The Myth of "Configurable RTSM" Legacy Systems

Most legacy providers operate on a spectrum of configuration, usually hovering anywhere from 10% to 75%. They might allow you to tweak the user interface, but the underlying engine remains a tangled web of custom code.

The danger of this "custom-built" approach is hidden risk. If a developer writes a specific piece of code for your protocol that has never been used before, it might work today. But will it work for a complex scenario 12 months down the road? In a custom environment, you are essentially the "guinea pig" for your own software.

The Power of Pre-Validated "Switches"

The Atreo difference lies in our multi-tenant codebase. We currently have 50 to 60 systems running on a single platform, on the same version, using the same proven code.

Think of our system as a series of pre-validated switches. When we flip "Switch A," "Switch B," and "Switch C," we already know they work together perfectly because they have been tested and validated as a cohesive unit.

• Validated Together: Unlike "reusable code chunks" that aren't pre-tested for compatibility, our components are built to integrate.
• Non-Developer Friendly: Our Studio tool allows a non-developer to configure incredibly complex systems for every trial protocol without writing a single line of new, unproven code.
• Robust & Tried: We would much rather provide you with tried, tested, and robust software than a "bespoke" solution that lacks a track record.

Speed at the Speed of Science

In clinical trials, urgency is the baseline. Because our configurable RTSM solutions are pre-validated, we can "drop in" configurations at a day’s notice.

Legacy providers simply cannot move at this speed. Their outdated processes for setting up IRT (Interactive Response Technology) systems lead to delays and frustrations for biotech and pharmaceutical companies. By removing the need for bottom-up coding, we remove the bottlenecks.

Experience How Easy IRT Can Be

Our clients are witnessing firsthand that IRT doesn't have to be a struggle. By moving away from the outdated, custom-coded models of the past and embracing a 100% configurable RTSM, multi-tenant platform, you gain more than just speed—you gain the peace of mind that your system is built on a foundation that works every single time.

It’s time to stop settling for "mostly" configurable. It’s time for a system that is 100% ready for the future of your trial.