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Phoenix Data Systems (PDS), a subsidiary of Bio-Imaging Technologies (NASDAQ:BITI) and global provider of clinical data services including electronic data capture (EDC) and comprehensive eClinical data solutions, today announced industry veteran Chris Connor has been appointed to the newly created position of director of product development. In this position, Connor will guide the software development roadmap for PDS’ Express suite of eClinical technology products.

DALLAS (Business Wire EON) September 22, 2008 -- "Over the next five years, the major growth in EDC adoption will result from improvements in "clock-speed" and efficiency that are required to support earlier stage studies," said Connor. "PDS has consistently proven its ability to deliver the benefits of EDC to the entire marketplace, not only those late stage studies with very large budgets. No other supplier matches PDS' record in this area."

PDS' eClinical technology suite is the foundation that enables PDS to deliver high-quality clinical data services quickly and efficiently. As the director of product development, Connor will help define PDS' product strategy and services architecture.

"Chris has demonstrated an ability to identify technology and market trends well before they become apparent," said Mark Weinstein, CEO of Bio-Imaging Technologies. "It's this eye toward the future that establishes him as an industry thought leader. To state it simply, Chris just gets it. We're excited to have Chris join our team, and I expect PDS to accelerate its success as a premier provider of clinical data services."

Prior to joining Bio-Imaging Technologies, Connor was senior research analyst at Health Industry Insights, an IDC company. At Health Industry Insights, Connor managed the Clinical Development Strategy and Technology service where he provided resea
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