About Carlson Project Management Consulting, LLC
As a veteran of many large-scale projects in the biopharmaceuticals industry, I actively listen to your challenges and develop a structured approach that envisions the end state you desire. I then roll up my sleeves and work side-by-side with you, whether in the executive suite or on the shop floor, to design and implement the optimal solution. I am results-driven and that’s exactly what I deliver.
Kenneth Carlson, MS, MBA, PMP
Principal – Carlson Project Management Consulting, LLC
I would be happy to meet with you to discuss how my skills and experience could be applied to helping your organization move forward. I am a proven leader and project management professional with over 35 years of experience in the biopharmaceuticals industry. I have led large-scale change projects, line functions and cross-functional teams. I have a strong technical background in systems and process design. I am PMP and Six Sigma certified.
Competencies with a focus on biopharmaceuticals
• Project Management
• Change Management
• Project & Resource Management Systems
• Drug Development Operations
• Process Design
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
“My greatest professional fulfillment comes from providing a positive impact to the organization I am supporting.”
Selected Examples of Biopharmaceuticals Industry Experience
Having led large-scale change projects, line functions and cross-functional teams over 35 years of expierence. I have a strong technical background in systems and process design. I am PMP and Six Sigma certified.
Project/Function
Redesign of the regulatory submission process for a large pharmaceutical firm.
My Role
Program manager for an organizational wide change initiative comprised of five projects conducted in parallel
Impact
- Significantly shortened the cycle time required to assemble submissions
- Improved data quality
- Increased efficiency
Project/Function
Implementation of a project and resource management system to support drug development at a large pharmaceutical firm
My Role
Led the effort to transition cross-functional drug development and study planning from a MS Project-based tool to Planisware
Impact
- Configured the Planisware tool
- Trained 50+ colleagues on the new tool
- Moved hundreds of plans from one system to the other, on time and on budget
Project/Function
Corporate wide project to improve the data quality and regulatory compliance associated with the clinical trial processes.
My Role
Program manager of a number of parallel projects.
Impact
- Implementation of a number of data quality and regulatory compliance improvements projects to address audit findings
- Increased efficiency of the clinical trial processes
- Increased efficiency
Project/Function
Project Planning (scheduling)
My Role
Leadership of a team of project planners (schedulers) who supported cross-functional drug development and study planning
Impact
- Support the drug development portfolio of a large pharma firm
- Mentoring and coaching of the next generation of leaders of the organization
Collaborators
I collaborate with world-class professionals and organizations to deliver results. The team of collaborators is customized to meet the needs of the clients. Examples include:
Kevin W Freiert, MBA
Kevin is a seasoned drug developer with outstanding people skills. He has a passion for helping people see the “bigger picture” so that they can achieve their most important goals. During his 30-year career with Pfizer, Kevin held many varied roles that have given him a broad and deep understanding of the Drug Discovery and Development Process. Kevin is a proven leader able to move seamlessly between strategic and tactical discussions to move projects forward.
In addition to his business knowledge, Kevin has developed strong skills and expertise in creative thinking, change management, knowledge management, team effectiveness, and training. During much of his career he has educated colleagues and others about pharmaceutical R&D, including establishing and running Pfizer Research University. Kevin is known for his ability to help people understand each other’s perspectives so that they can work together more successfully.
i2e Consulting
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OUR VISION
Our Vision is to provide the best experience to our customers through our specialized team of consultants who understand the best practices and ways to utilize Project solutions, Enterprise Mobility, SharePoint, and Innovations to enable solutions that will boost your organization’s ability to manage information and increase productivity.