Celebrating Global Partnerships: Apotech Consulting Expands to South Korea Partnering With Consulting BARO Inc.
At Apotech Consulting, international coverage has been part of our DNA since day one. Our mission has always been to support clients wherever they operate, combining global reach with local expertise. This is why we are proud to share the news of our latest partnership with South Korea–based Consulting BARO Inc.
Founded in 2024, Consulting BARO Inc. has quickly earned recognition for its excellence in Clinical Quality Assurance. With proven expertise across GCP, GCLP and GCMP audits, from investigator site and process/vendor audits to supporting secondary packaging vendors and IP depots, Consulting BARO Inc. strengthens our ability to deliver compliant, high-quality and agile support to life sciences companies worldwide.
Together, we are building a bridge across continents to provide broader and deeper support to our clients, and we’re excited for the journey ahead.
Introducing Consulting BARO Inc.
Consulting BARO Inc. was co-founded in 2024 by clinical trial quality assurance experts, Se-ryeon Kim and Jeong-ah Lee. Despite being a young company, it has already established itself as a trusted partner in Clinical Quality Assurance, with expertise spanning GCP, GCLP and GCMP audits. Their team provides support ranging from investigator site audits and process/vendor audits to secondary packaging vendors and investigational product depots.
With this strong technical foundation and a reputation for precision and agility, Consulting BARO Inc. is well positioned to complement Apotech Consulting’s global expertise and strengthen our reach in Asia.
The story behind the partnership
This collaboration began with a shared commitment to delivering excellence in clinical quality and compliance. From our first discussions, it was clear that Apotech and Consulting BARO Inc. both place strong emphasis on rigour, adaptability and client-centred solutions.
To formalise our collaboration, Apotech and Consulting BARO Inc. have signed a Master Service Agreement (MSA), providing a solid foundation for long-term cooperation across multiple projects.
By combining Apotech’s international experience with Consulting BARO Inc.’s in-market expertise, we recognised an opportunity to provide even greater value to life sciences companies working across continents.
Why this partnership matters
Life sciences companies today need more than regulatory expertise — they need partners who understand both the global framework and the local specificities. South Korea is a dynamic and rapidly growing market in clinical research and pharmaceutical development. By joining forces with Consulting BARO Inc., Apotech clients gain access to:
- On-the-ground expertise in Asia, delivered by a team already recognised for excellence in Clinical Quality Assurance
- Broader audit capabilities, covering GCP, GCLP, and GCMP across investigator sites, vendors, packaging facilities, and depots
- Stronger compliance and agility, ensuring projects move forward with speed and confidence
A step further in our global journey
This partnership is not an isolated initiative; it is part of a broader strategy. Since our founding, we have worked to establish a network of trusted partners in key regions. From Europe to the Americas, and now with a strengthened presence in Asia, our goal remains the same:
Deliver the same high-quality, Apotech-standard support everywhere our clients operate.
With Consulting BARO Inc., we are one step closer to that vision. Together, we are proud to serve life sciences innovators worldwide with the care, expertise, and agility they deserve.
Shared values and goals
Our organisations share a common vision to deliver innovation and agility while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance. Both teams are dedicated to inclusive ways of working, sustainable growth and building trusted partnerships with our clients.
This collaboration lays the foundation for long-term progress, ensuring that together we can meet the changing needs of a complex, rapidly developing industry.
Benefits for our clients and community
For our clients, this partnership offers direct benefits:
- Stronger on-the-ground support in South Korea
- Deeper insight into local and regional regulations
- Seamless access to a wider network of expertise
By combining resources, we will be able to respond quickly, anticipate challenges earlier and deliver solutions that are both practical and compliant.
Beyond client projects, our collaboration represents a commitment to strengthening the global clinical research community. Together, we aim to promote high standards, foster knowledge exchange and encourage collaboration that drives innovation across borders.
What’s next in our collaboration
In the coming months, Apotech and Consulting BARO Inc. will begin joint initiatives designed to provide immediate value, from targeted audits and advisory projects to developing opportunities for knowledge-sharing and cross-training.
Looking further ahead, this is just the start of a long-term journey. Together, we are committed to building a partnership that supports not only our clients’ success but also the advancement of quality assurance across the global life sciences industry.
If you’d like to learn more about how Apotech Consulting can support your organisation with tailored clinical Quality Assurance services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.