About Shafi Consultancy
Experienced People. Trusted Programming. Quality You Can Rely On.
At Shafi Consultancy Limited, we help pharmaceutical companies, Contract Research Organisations (CROs), and biotechnology companies turn complex clinical trial data into reliable, submission-ready outputs. From clinical statistical programming, CDISC dataset development and Tables, Listings and Figures, to independent validation and PK/PD programming, we provide specialist support that helps clinical development teams work with greater confidence.
In clinical research, data quality matters: errors, inconsistencies, and delays in preparing clinical datasets and reports can create costly rework and put pressure on regulatory submission timelines. Our role is to help reduce these risks through careful programming, independent quality checks, and a clear understanding of the data behind every deliverable.
Our Story: Built on Experience
Shafi Consultancy was founded in the UK in 2001 by Shafi Chowdhury, drawing on his experience working with leading pharmaceutical companies and CROs. In 2006, we established our Bangladesh operation, building a dedicated team and expanding our ability to support clients internationally with the same team year in year out.
Over the years, we have grown our expertise in clinical statistical programming, CDISC standards, PK/PD datasets, NONMEM preparation, and independent programming validation. Our history reflects a commitment to technical excellence, long-term client relationships, and the people behind the work.
Today, we combine the experience of senior statistical programmers with a focused, collaborative team and purpose-built web applications that help streamline programming workflows. This approach allows us to provide specialist support without the unnecessary complexity that can come with larger delivery structures.
The Values Behind Our Work
Our values guide how we work with clients and with one another.
Teamwork
We collaborate closely to achieve shared goals.
Creativity
We look for practical ways to improve processes and solve problems.
Integrity
We communicate honestly and act responsibly.
Diversity
We respect different perspectives and experiences.
Quality
We take care in every program, dataset, and deliverable.
Commitment
We remain focused on our clients’ needs and agreed responsibilities.
Our Distinctive
Strengths
- Our leadership team and expert teams of programmers have decades of experience in creating efficient clinical analytics solutions.
- We invest in standardised programs and efficient macros to produce work more quickly and cost-effectively while retaining industry-leading quality.
- Our low staff turnover ensures exceptional knowledge retention, and we always aim to retain the same team for clients.
- A streamlined customer-focused project delivery process ensures Quality by Design.
- We design our templates and documents to minimise the time for review and mitigate the client oversight burden.
- Our longstanding track record of excellence in specialist NONMEM and CDISC programming enables us to navigate the challenges of these often-complex deliverables.
- We maintain a ‘bench’ of programmers to allow us additional flexibility and capacity for fast turn-around projects.
What Makes Us Different
We believe quality starts with understanding—not simply following a specification. Our team works to understand the data, the requirements, and the intended clinical outputs before developing and reviewing programs.
We support clients with:
Clinical Statistical Programming
Tables, listings, figures (TLFs), and analysis datasets.
CDISC Services
SDTM and ADaM development, conversion, and traceability.
PK/PD and NONMEM Support
Fit-for-purpose datasets and validation for pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic analyses.
Independent Validation and QC
Double programming and systematic reviews against specifications and shells.
Programming Support and Training
Practical expertise that helps teams strengthen their capabilities and delivery.
Training & Knowledge Transfer
Practical SAS training for pharmaceutical companies, CROs and clinical research professionals, delivered online and onsite.
Our focus is on getting things right, identifying discrepancies early, communicating clearly, and taking responsibility for the quality of our work.
A Specialist Partner for Your Clinical Programming Needs
We understand the pressure clinical development teams face when timelines are tight and accuracy is essential. Shafi Consultancy brings together experienced people, a quality-focused approach, and practical technology to provide dependable statistical programming support.
Whether you need additional programming capacity, CDISC expertise, PK/PD dataset preparation, or independent QC, we are ready to discuss how we can support your team.
Let’s talk about your next project
Contact Shafi Consultancy to explore a practical, reliable approach to your clinical statistical programming needs.