Case Studies

Human Arc is built on transformation work delivered by Benjamin Tilly within global pharmaceutical organisations.

The following examples illustrate the types of programmes, frameworks and outcomes that now form the foundation of the Human Arc approach

Case Study 1: Global Omnichannel Transformation

Context

A global pharmaceutical organisation operating across multiple markets with inconsistent approaches to customer engagement. Teams were working in silos, primarily using multichannel tactics without a coordinated omnichannel model.

Transformation Readiness
Assessed the organisation’s ability to adopt a new omnichannel approach across markets.

Key focus areas:

  • Variation in maturity across affiliates

  • Limited alignment between global and local teams

  • Lack of shared frameworks and planning approaches

  • Inconsistent use of data, CRM and digital channels

Outcome:
Identified structural and capability gaps that would prevent consistent adoption at scale.

Human-Centred Transformation Design

Designed a global omnichannel methodology that could be adopted consistently across markets.

This included:

  • Structured omnichannel planning frameworks

  • Standardised customer journey and engagement design approaches

  • Integration of CRM and digital engagement models

  • Clear linkage between strategy, content and channel execution

  • Alignment between global strategy and local market execution

Outcome:
A repeatable engagement model that moved the organisation from fragmented multichannel activity to coordinated omnichannel engagement.

Capability Architecture & Leadership Advisory

Enabled adoption across markets through structured capability development and leadership alignment.

This included:

  • Development of playbooks, templates and planning tools

  • Training programmes across brand and commercial teams

  • Leadership engagement to reinforce the shift in ways of working

  • Ongoing support to embed the methodology into planning cycles

Outcome:
Widespread adoption of a consistent omnichannel approach across affiliates, with improved coordination and effectiveness of customer engagement.

Result

The transformation resulted in a fundamental shift in how the organisation designed and delivered customer engagement.

Key outcomes included:

  • Global consistency with local flexibility
    A single omnichannel methodology adopted across affiliates, enabling consistent planning while allowing markets to tailor execution to local needs.

  • From channel execution to structured engagement design
    Teams moved away from isolated digital and field activities toward coordinated engagement journeys linked to clear objectives and outcomes.

  • Improved cross-functional alignment
    Stronger integration between marketing, sales, digital and analytics teams, supported by shared frameworks and planning processes.

  • Increased utilisation of CRM and digital platforms
    More structured and consistent use of CRM, data and digital channels as part of integrated engagement strategies rather than standalone tools.

  • Embedded ways of working
    The methodology became integrated into brand planning cycles, supported by tools, templates and capability development.

  • Foundation for scalable growth
    Established a platform for more advanced capabilities, including AI-enabled engagement and next-best-action approaches.

Case Study 2: Omnichannel Enablement in Medical Affairs

Context

Medical Affairs teams were exploring how to adopt omnichannel approaches but lacked a structured model aligned with existing commercial capabilities.

There was a need to define how omnichannel could be applied within a Medical Affairs context while ensuring alignment with commercial teams and organisational governance.

Transformation Readiness

Assessed the readiness of Medical Affairs to adopt omnichannel approaches.

Key focus areas:

  • Differences in ways of working between medical and commercial teams

  • Lack of clarity on how omnichannel applied to scientific engagement

  • Capability gaps in planning, content and channel coordination

  • Governance and compliance considerations

Outcome:
Clear understanding of the organisational, capability and governance barriers to adoption.

Human-Centred Transformation Design

Designed a Medical Affairs-specific omnichannel engagement approach aligned with broader organisational models.

This included:

  • Adaptation of omnichannel frameworks for scientific engagement

  • Integration with existing commercial engagement models

  • Definition of engagement journeys relevant to Medical Affairs

  • Alignment with compliance, governance and medical strategy

  • Incorporation of digital, field and scientific interaction models

Outcome:
A tailored omnichannel model that enabled Medical Affairs to operate in a more structured and coordinated way.

Capability Architecture & Leadership Advisory

Built the capability and alignment required to embed new ways of working.

This included:

  • Development of training materials and enablement programmes

  • Cross-functional workshops to align medical and commercial teams

  • Leadership engagement to support adoption

  • Practical tools and frameworks to support execution

Outcome:
Improved alignment between Medical Affairs and commercial teams, with increased confidence and capability to deliver coordinated engagement.

Result

The programme enabled Medical Affairs to move from exploratory omnichannel activity to a more structured and scalable engagement model.

Key outcomes included:

  • Clear role for omnichannel within Medical Affairs
    Defined how omnichannel applies to scientific engagement, moving beyond ambiguity to a structured and accepted approach.

  • Alignment between Medical and Commercial teams
    Created a more consistent way of working across functions, reducing fragmentation and enabling coordinated engagement strategies.

  • Increased confidence and capability within Medical Affairs
    Teams developed the skills and frameworks required to design and execute omnichannel engagement in a compliant and effective way.

  • Integration of digital, field and scientific engagement
    Moved from disconnected activities toward a more cohesive engagement model aligned with stakeholder needs.

  • Stronger governance and compliance alignment
    Ensured that new approaches were compatible with regulatory and organisational requirements, reducing barriers to adoption.

  • Foundation for ongoing evolution
    Established a base for future development, including more advanced analytics, personalisation and AI-enabled engagement.