How do you foster collaboration and innovation in patient access schemes across the industry and academia?

2 Explore different types of PAS and evidence generation methods

Another step to foster collaboration and innovation in PAS is to explore different types of PAS and evidence generation methods that can suit the specific characteristics of the medicine, the disease, and the payer system. For example, you can consider whether a simple or complex PAS, such as a flat discount or a performance-based contract, would be more appropriate and acceptable for the product and the payer. You can also consider whether you need to generate additional evidence to support the value proposition and the PAS design, such as real-world data, patient-reported outcomes, or economic models. By exploring different options and methods, you can tailor the PAS to the specific context and needs of the stakeholders, and increase the likelihood of achieving a win-win outcome.

3 Leverage digital technologies and platforms

A third step to foster collaboration and innovation in PAS is to leverage digital technologies and platforms that can facilitate the design, implementation, and evaluation of PAS. For example, you can use digital tools and platforms to collect and analyze data, monitor and measure outcomes, manage contracts and payments, and report and share results. You can also use digital platforms to collaborate and communicate with other stakeholders, such as through online forums, webinars, or podcasts. By leveraging digital technologies and platforms, you can enhance the efficiency, transparency, and scalability of PAS, and overcome some of the practical and operational challenges that may arise.

4 Learn from best practices and case studies

A fourth step to foster collaboration and innovation in PAS is to learn from best practices and case studies from other countries, regions, or sectors that have successfully implemented PAS. For example, you can learn from the experiences and lessons of other pharmaceutical companies, payers, or HTA bodies that have developed and executed PAS for different products and indications. You can also learn from the best practices and standards of other sectors, such as information technology, finance, or engineering, that have adopted innovative approaches to contracting, pricing, or value creation. By learning from best practices and case studies, you can gain insights and inspiration on how to improve your own PAS strategies and processes.

5 Involve academia and research institutions

A fifth step to foster collaboration and innovation in PAS is to involve academia and research institutions that can provide independent, objective, and rigorous expertise and support for PAS. For example, you can partner with academia and research institutions to design and conduct studies, analyses, or evaluations related to PAS, such as clinical trials, observational studies, systematic reviews, or meta-analyses. You can also involve academia and research institutions to provide education, training, or consultancy on PAS-related topics, such as methodology, ethics, or policy. By involving academia and research institutions, you can enhance the quality, credibility, and relevance of your PAS evidence and proposals.

6 Encourage a culture of innovation and experimentation

A sixth and final step to foster collaboration and innovation in PAS is to encourage a culture of innovation and experimentation within your organization and among your external partners. This means being open to new ideas, approaches, and solutions that can address the unmet needs and challenges of PAS. It also means being willing to test, learn, and adapt from your successes and failures, and to share your feedback and findings with others. By encouraging a culture of innovation and experimentation, you can foster a continuous improvement and learning process that can drive the development and implementation of better PAS for patients.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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