IQVIA Holdings Inc (IQV)

Overview

IQVIA Holdings Inc. is a cutting-edge company providing a suite of analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services tailored for the life sciences sector. Operating globally, including the Americas, Europe, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific regions, IQVIA stands at the forefront of facilitating healthcare advancements. The company is organized into three main segments: Technology & Analytics Solutions, Research & Development Solutions, and Contract Sales & Medical Solutions, catering to a diverse range of needs within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and diagnostic, and consumer health industries. Originally known as Quintiles IMS Holdings, Inc., it underwent a rebranding to IQVIA Holdings Inc. in November 2017. With its headquarters in Durham, North Carolina, IQVIA continues to foster collaborations, including a notable partnership with argenx SE, to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes in healthcare.

Products and Services

• Technology & Analytics Solutions

This segment offers a plethora of cloud-based applications coupled with implementation services designed explicitly for life sciences and healthcare providers. It helps in generating real-world evidence for healthcare decision-making and enhancing patient outcomes. Among these services are strategic and implementation consulting, encompassing advanced analytics and commercial processes outsourcing. Moreover, IQVIA provides critical metrics related to pharmaceutical sales, prescribing trends, medical treatments, and various promotional activities, not to mention detailed sales or prescribing data at different geographical levels.

• Research & Development Solutions

This division supports the full spectrum of clinical trial and research development, including project management, clinical monitoring, and patient-centric solutions. It assists in strategic planning and design for clinical trials, central laboratory services, genomic, bioanalytical, ADME (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion), discovery, and vaccine and biomarker laboratory services, thereby accelerating the journey from early-stage research to market-ready products.

• Contract Sales & Medical Solutions

Focused on enhancing engagement with healthcare providers and patients, this segment delivers comprehensive services spanning from health care provider engagement to scientific strategy and medical affairs. These solutions aim to optimize interactions between the medical community and the industry to foster a deeper understanding and adoption of advanced healthcare solutions and treatments.