Study goals
This study aims to analyze the implementation of an agile governance model with interdepartmental squads in the pharmaceutical industry, seeking to overcome chronic integration barriers, reduce delays in strategic projects, and strengthen regulatory compliance, thereby improving patient access to innovative medicines.
Relevance / originality
The study is relevant as it demonstrates how agile governance can address critical challenges in the pharmaceutical industry, reducing delays in strategic projects. Its results highlight gains in interdepartmental management, organizational efficiency, and faster patient access to innovative medicines.
Methodology / approach
This study is based on the implementation experience of an agile governance model in a multinational pharmaceutical company. The approach is characterized as a single case study, with the author’s direct participation, integrating observation, document analysis, and professional interaction.
Main results
The implementation of agile governance reduced strategic project timelines by an average of 32%, increased team engagement by 28%, and accelerated critical regulatory submissions. It also enhanced predictability, efficiency in approval processes, strengthened interdepartmental collaboration, and improved executive transparency.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
This report demonstrates the adaptation of Scrum to the pharmaceutical context, integrating agile governance and interdepartmental squads. Methodologically, it applies a single case study, using direct observation, document analysis, and professional interaction to understand organizational challenges and solutions.
Social / management contributions
The report demonstrates social benefits by reducing delays that hinder patient access to innovative medicines. For management, it shows how agile governance enhances interdepartmental integration, efficiency, transparency, and engagement, offering a replicable model for complex, highly regulated organizations.