It’s been a while since our last update, and we’re pleased to share some significant developments with you. Our team has been diligently working to enhance your experience with rpact, and we have several exciting announcements to make.
1. Release of rpact Version 4.2.0
We’re pleased to announce the release of rpact version 4.2.0, which brings lots of new features and improvements:
Enhanced Multi-Arm Trial Simulations: Functions like
getSimulationMultiArmMeans(),getSimulationMultiArmRates(), andgetSimulationMultiArmSurvival()now support thedoseLevelsparameter. This allows for the definition of dose levels inlinearorsigmoidEmaxdose-response relationships, offering greater flexibility in trial design.Support for Unequal Variances: The functions
getSampleSizeMeans(),getPowerMeans(), andgetSimulationMeans()now accommodate scenarios with unequal variances between two groups, enhancing the robustness of your analyses.Installation Qualification Report: The
testPackage()function now generates a comprehensive installation qualification report in both HTML and PDF formats, facilitating validation and compliance processes.New Utility Functions: We’ve introduced
setupPackageTests()to streamline the setup of package tests,saveOptions()to save current rpact options to a configuration file, andresetOptions()to revert to default settings, improving user convenience.Visualization Enhancements: Plots now support the display of futility boundaries and beta-spending functions, providing more comprehensive visual insights into trial designs.
For a detailed overview of all changes and enhancements, please refer to the official release notes.
2. Introducing RPACT Connect - Connecting you to insights, downloads, and premium support
We’re excited to unveil RPACT Connect, your central platform for accessing all resources related to the rpact package. RPACT Connect offers a unified dashboard where you can find documentation, tutorials, annual meeting slides and recordings, client specific training slides, and the latest updates—all in one place. Furthermore, at RPACT Cloud your customer-specific validation documentation for rpact version 4.2.0 is already available for download, along with the data required to perform the installation qualification on your corporate computers or servers. Registration is free and straightforward; simply use your corporate email address to sign up and gain immediate access to a wealth of resources designed to enhance your rpact experience. We are continuously developing and expanding the RPACT Connect platform. Recently, we published our first customer-exclusive vignette, and integrated a seamless connection to RPACT Cloud, which extends functionality to include features such as emailing reports and performing simulations with a higher number of iterations.
3. Launch of Our Newly Redesigned Company Website
In our continuous effort to improve user experience, we’ve completely overhauled our website using the open-source publishing system Quarto. The new design offers a more intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easier for you to navigate and find the information you need. We invite you to explore the new site at www.rpact.com and discover the enhanced features and content.
We believe these updates will significantly enhance your experience with rpact and provide you with the tools and resources needed for more efficient and effective clinical trial design and analysis. Your feedback is invaluable to us; please feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions as we continue to improve our offerings.