# Clinical Research Management Software & Tools > Streamline research management by connecting work to goals, simplifying processes, and tracking real-time progress. Source: https://asana.com/uses/clinical-research-management #### Connect research goals to ongoing work Ensure everyone knows how they’re making an impact. #### Standardize every process Streamline workflows while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. #### Get real-time visibility into progress Get an instant snapshot of ongoing research to identify risks and bottlenecks. Organize complex projects across research teams - Track key metrics and study attributes with custom or AI-generated labels.   - See dependencies in one view to keep teams on track and accountable. - Keep everyone up-to-date by adding a single task to multiple projects. - [Custom fields](/features/project-management/custom-fields) - [Project views](/features/project-management/project-views) - [Portfolios](/features/goals-reporting/portfolios) Share updates on every study in an instant - Use AI to create and share status updates faster - Track progress of ongoing studies in real time with reporting dashboards   - Protect sensitive information with clear permissions and access level controls - [Smart status](/product/ai) - [Reporting dashboards](/features/goals-reporting/reporting-dashboards) - [Data security](/trust) Manage data and documents in one place - Locate all of your documentation easily with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 integrations - Use proofing to work together on reports before publishing - [Projects](/features/project-management/projects) - [Tasks](/features/project-management/tasks) #### Bring research teams together With hundreds of app integrations, you can connect data, documents, and feedback in one place. - [Explore all apps](/apps?category=all-apps ) - [Explore all apps](/apps?category=all-apps ) #### Box The Box file picker is built into the Asana task pane, so you can easily attach Box files directly to Asana tasks. - [See integration](/apps/box) #### Dropbox Easily attach Dropbox files to a task from the task pane, and use Asana rules to automatically upload files to a Dropbox folder. - [See integration](/apps/dropbox) #### Sharepoint Easily attach Sharepoint files directly to tasks. - [See integration](/apps/sharepoint) #### Google Drive Easily attach Google Drive files to tasks in Asana, and receive comment notifications to keep teams and work connected. - [See integration](/apps/google-drive) #### Box Attach files to your Asana tasks and automatically upload them to Box. - [See integration](/apps/box) #### Dropbox Easily attach Dropbox files to a task from the task pane, and use Asana rules to automatically upload files to a Dropbox folder. - [See integration](/apps/dropbox) #### Sharepoint Easily attach Sharepoint files directly to tasks. - [See integration](/apps/sharepoint) #### Google Drive Easily attach Google Drive files to tasks in Asana, and receive comment notifications to keep teams and work connected. - [See integration](/apps/google-drive) #### Bring research teams together - [Explore all apps](/apps?category=all-apps ) #### Clinical research management templates #### Cross-functional project plan Coordinate with teams across your organization to turn a vision into action. - [See template](/templates/cross-functional-project-plan) #### Work requests template Prioritize and manage all the requests your team receives in one place. - [See template](/templates/work-requests) Housing tasks in multiple projects is a game changer. It’s really helpful that I can have a task that lives in both the research project and the editors’ project, so we can both access it. #### Got questions? We’ve got answers. #### Frequently asked questions #### Can I try clinical research management with Asana for free? Yes, you can. Learn about [pricing](https://asana.com/pricing), or [try Asana Advanced](https://asana.com/create-account) for free, no credit card required. #### Why do I need software for clinical research management? Conducting clinical research is complex. You need a platform to track regulatory compliance, coordinate between teams, and ensure timely and accurate documentation. Asana can assist with all of this, while organizing, tracking, and streamlining the entire clinical research process to ensure success. #### How should I choose a tool to manage clinical research? Look for software that prioritizes compliance and security, customization and flexibility, and documentation management. The best way to know if a clinical research tool is right for you is to try it. That’s why anyone can try Asana for free. [Try Asana today](https://app.asana.com/0/billing/pricing?_gl=1*sjzujd*_ga*MTYyNjQxMTk5NC4xNzE2OTI0MjIx*_ga_J1KDXMCQTH*MTcxNjkyNDIyMS4xLjEuMTcxNjkzMTA5MS4wLjAuMTY5NTgwMzAzNQ..*_fplc*cmhDQTVXZmE2eGVZQUFJZiUyQmNXWDNsWVRLZnp0Nk1SWEFyRHJSSU9DcUpYZm1RQ2klMkJoRldPRCUyQks2V2RuWXR6Q0Rud2lqNW81SFRYZG5LQjAxaGRJYmxKTThXR0lsV2VVWmI5d0RRa1pFSFJFMk5reDE2SVRsOVQ0JTJCcHJSZFElM0QlM0Q.). #### Which Asana plans support clinical research workflows? Clinical research workflows are supported on Starter, Advanced, or Enterprise plans where cross-functional research can be managed via custom workflows and integrations. #### How can I standardize study protocols? Study protocols can be standardized by using Templates with custom fields and AI-generated labels to maintain compliance and consistency. #### Can we track dependencies between studies? Yes, dependencies between studies can be tracked by using Timeline and Dependencies to keep research projects accountable and on schedule. #### How do we collect study data? Study data can be collected by using custom fields or AI-generated fields to capture metrics and study attributes. #### Can I link tasks to multiple studies? Yes, tasks can be linked to multiple studies as a task can be multi-homed across relevant research and editorial projects. #### How do we share study progress? Study progress can be shared by using AI-driven status updates and reporting dashboards for real-time visibility. #### Can I control access to sensitive data? Yes, access to sensitive data can be controlled by using project-level permissions to secure study details and regulatory compliance. #### How can we manage regulatory documents? Regulatory documents can be managed by integrating with Google Workspace, Box, or SharePoint to track and collaborate on documents. #### Can teams manage risks and bottlenecks? Yes, teams can manage risks and bottlenecks through status updates, portfolios, and reporting dashboards that identify real-time bottlenecks and mitigate risks. #### How do I coordinate cross-site research? Cross-site research can be coordinated through Portfolios and shared project structures that enable coordination across locations and teams. #### Can I try clinical research management with Asana for free? Yes, you can. Learn about [pricing](https://asana.com/pricing), or [try Asana Advanced](https://asana.com/create-account) for free, no credit card required. #### Why do I need software for clinical research management? Conducting clinical research is complex. You need a platform to track regulatory compliance, coordinate between teams, and ensure timely and accurate documentation. Asana can assist with all of this, while organizing, tracking, and streamlining the entire clinical research process to ensure success. #### How should I choose a tool to manage clinical research? Look for software that prioritizes compliance and security, customization and flexibility, and documentation management. The best way to know if a clinical research tool is right for you is to try it. That’s why anyone can try Asana for free. [Try Asana today](https://app.asana.com/0/billing/pricing?_gl=1*sjzujd*_ga*MTYyNjQxMTk5NC4xNzE2OTI0MjIx*_ga_J1KDXMCQTH*MTcxNjkyNDIyMS4xLjEuMTcxNjkzMTA5MS4wLjAuMTY5NTgwMzAzNQ..*_fplc*cmhDQTVXZmE2eGVZQUFJZiUyQmNXWDNsWVRLZnp0Nk1SWEFyRHJSSU9DcUpYZm1RQ2klMkJoRldPRCUyQks2V2RuWXR6Q0Rud2lqNW81SFRYZG5LQjAxaGRJYmxKTThXR0lsV2VVWmI5d0RRa1pFSFJFMk5reDE2SVRsOVQ0JTJCcHJSZFElM0QlM0Q.). - [Start your free trial](/create-account) Try Asana for free. 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