Informed consent is more than a signature – it's a promise of understanding. At RWS, we help clinical trial sponsors and CROs transform complex, technical documents into clear, accessible, and culturally appropriate materials that empower participants to make truly informed decisions.

Whether you're navigating global regulations, translating into multiple languages, or striving to meet plain language standards, RWS is your trusted partner. Our expert linguists, medical writers, and regulatory specialists work together to ensure your informed consent forms (ICFs) are accurate, compliant, and participant-friendly – every time.

Free resources to support your ICF strategy

We’re offering three essential resources to help you create better informed consent experiences. Download them now to learn how to simplify your content, engage participants, and stay ahead of evolving regulations.

Discover how AI, automation, and plain language are transforming the future of informed consent.

Informed eConsent Forms – Revolutionizing Clinical Trial Administration

This comprehensive eBook explores the next generation of eConsent—from digital platforms and multimedia enhancements to the ethical use of AI in clinical trials. Learn how RWS helps sponsors streamline processes, improve patient comprehension, and meet global compliance standards.
 
Key topics include:
  • The role of AI in eConsent and translation
  • Enhancing patient engagement through plain language
  • Meeting EU and FDA expectations for lay summaries
  • Building inclusive, multilingual consent strategies
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Your practical guide to creating participant-friendly informed consent forms.

The RWS Toolkit for Easy ICFs

This hands-on toolkit is packed with best practices for writing, formatting, and translating ICFs. It includes checklists, layout tips, terminology guidance, and translation quality controls—all designed to help you simplify your documents without sacrificing accuracy.

What you’ll find inside:

  • Plain language principles and readability tips
  • Layout and formatting do’s and don’ts
  • Terminology simplification strategies
  • A comprehensive translation checklist
  • How RWS supports every step of the ICF lifecycle
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How RWS Connects Clinical Science with Patients Worldwide.

Plain Language, Global Impact

This thought leadership piece explores the growing importance of Plain Language Summaries (PLS) in clinical research. It outlines how RWS helps sponsors meet regulatory requirements while building trust and transparency with patients through clear, culturally adapted communication.

Highlights include:

  • Why plain language is now a regulatory and ethical imperative
  • How to balance clarity with scientific accuracy
  • The challenges of multilingual PLS and how RWS solves them
  • The role of patient feedback in improving comprehension
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Why RWS?

  • 98% translation accuracy
  • 99% on-time delivery
  • Trusted by 9/10 top CROs and 19/20 top pharma companies
  • ISO-certified and ICH-GCP trained
  • 30+ years of life sciences experience
  • 60+ global locations


Ready to take your informed consent strategy to the next level?

Our team of ICF and plain language experts is here to understand your challenges, answer your questions, and help you launch a safe and successful clinical trial.

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Frequently asked questions

RWS combines deep life sciences expertise with cutting-edge technology and a global network of native-speaking linguists. We offer end-to-end support—from plain language writing to translation, validation, and regulatory compliance.
Yes. Our medical writers can author ICFs using plain language principles, ensuring readability at a 5th–8th grade level. We also offer editing and review services for existing documents.
We use native-speaking, medically trained linguists, supported by translation memories, glossaries, and rigorous quality assurance processes—including back translation and linguistic validation when required.
Absolutely. We translate and adapt content for eConsent platforms, ensuring accessibility, interactivity, and compliance with global regulations.
Our scalable workflows and global teams allow us to meet even the most demanding timelines. We build translation into your process early to avoid last-minute delays.
We support over 200 languages and dialects, with specialized expertise in life sciences terminology and cultural adaptation.
Yes. We offer full PLS services – from writing and translation to patient validation and regulatory review—aligned with EU CTR and other global standards.
Our regulatory experts stay up to date with global requirements and work closely with local reviewers to ensure your documents meet all necessary standards.

Want to know more about our full suite of clinical trial solutions?

Go to our Clinical Trial Solutions page for more information.