Getting Started
Cycle Time
Understanding project timelines, communication protocols, and progress tracking
Cycle Time
Clear communication and realistic timeline expectations are essential for successful protein development projects. Adaptyv Bio provides transparent project management with regular updates and proactive communication throughout your project lifecycle.Standard Timeline Overview
Typical Project Timeline: 3 Weeks
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Week 1: Project Setup & DNA Synthesis
Days 1-2: Project Confirmation
- Final sequence review and validation
- Experimental parameter confirmation
- DNA construct design and optimization
- Project timeline communication
- Gene synthesis with codon optimization
- Quality control and sequence verification
- Construct preparation for expression
- Initial progress update
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Week 2: Protein Expression & Purification
Days 8-10: Expression
- Cell-free protein expression
- Expression level assessment
- Quality control analysis
- Expression status update
- Protein purification and concentration
- Final quality assessment
- Assay preparation
- Pre-assay progress update
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Week 3: Assay Execution & Analysis
Days 15-17: Assay Execution
- Binding assay execution
- Real-time data monitoring
- Quality control assessment
- Initial data review
- Comprehensive data analysis
- Quality control review
- Report generation
- Results delivery and discussion
Communication Protocols
Proactive Updates
Automated Notifications- Email notifications at key project milestones
- Real-time status updates in the Foundry Portal
- Automated alerts for any delays or issues
- Progress tracking dashboard access
- Weekly progress calls for large projects
- Milestone review meetings
- Regular email updates on project status
- Quarterly business reviews for ongoing partnerships
Direct Access
Dedicated Support- Assigned project manager for each project
- Direct email and phone contact
- In-portal messaging system
- Emergency escalation procedures
- Access to senior scientists for technical questions
- Results interpretation support
- Experimental design consultation
- Troubleshooting assistance
Timeline Factors
Project Complexity
Standard Projects (3 weeks)
Standard Projects (3 weeks)
Characteristics:
- Established protein formats (VHH, scFv, Fab)
- Standard binding assays
- Available targets from our library
- Routine experimental conditions
- Binding screening campaigns
- Affinity characterization studies
- Standard stability assessments
Complex Projects (4-6 weeks)
Complex Projects (4-6 weeks)
Characteristics:
- Novel protein formats
- Custom assay development
- Customer-provided targets requiring validation
- Non-standard experimental conditions
- Custom target protein production
- Novel assay development
- Complex experimental designs
- Large-scale optimization (500+ variants)
Research Projects (6+ weeks)
Research Projects (6+ weeks)
Characteristics:
- Method development requirements
- Multiple assay types
- Extensive optimization needs
- Research collaboration components
- Platform capability extensions
- Multi-parameter optimization
- Research collaborations
- Proof-of-concept studies
External Dependencies
Customer Dependencies- Sequence submission timing
- Final experiment confirmation
- Target protein delivery (if customer-provided)
- Response to technical questions
- DNA synthesis vendor capacity
- Specialized reagent availability
- Target protein sourcing
- Custom equipment requirements
Managing Expectations
Timeline Communication
Project Kickoff- Detailed timeline with key milestones
- Identification of potential delay factors
- Communication schedule establishment
- Emergency contact procedures
- Regular milestone updates
- Early warning of potential delays
- Mitigation strategies for timeline risks
- Revised timeline estimates when needed
Quality vs. Speed
Quality First Approach- Never compromise data quality for speed
- Transparent communication about quality issues
- Repeat experiments when necessary
- Clear explanation of quality control measures
- Priority processing for urgent projects
- Parallel processing when possible
- Resource allocation optimization
- Fast-track options for pilot projects
Communication Best Practices
Customer Responsibilities
Timely Responses- Respond to technical questions promptly
- Confirm experimental parameters quickly
- Provide required information completely
- Communicate changes or concerns early
- Specify urgency levels and deadlines
- Provide complete context for requests
- Use established communication channels
- Document important decisions and changes
Adaptyv Bio Commitments
Proactive Communication- Regular status updates without prompting
- Early warning of potential issues
- Clear explanation of any delays
- Transparent discussion of challenges
- Same-day response to urgent issues
- Regular business hours availability
- Emergency escalation procedures
- Technical expertise readily available
Special Circumstances
Expedited Projects
Rush Processing- 2-week delivery available for standard projects
- Additional fees may apply
- Subject to capacity availability
- Advance coordination required
- Dedicated resource allocation
- Accelerated review processes
- Enhanced communication frequency
- Real-time status monitoring
Large Project Management
Phased Delivery- Interim results for large batches
- Progressive data delivery
- Milestone-based reviews
- Adaptive timeline management
- Multiple stakeholder communication
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Regulatory timeline considerations
- Integration with customer workflows
Getting Started
To ensure smooth project execution:- Establish communication preferences during project setup
- Provide complete information at project submission
- Review timeline expectations with your project manager
- Set up portal access for real-time tracking
- Identify key contacts for different types of communication
Our team is committed to transparent, proactive communication. Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns at any point during your project.