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In the intricate world of cell-based R&D, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) laboratories, the stakes couldn't be higher—pioneering research and life-saving therapeutics stand as the pillar of achievements. Yet, the stakes are equally high in the realm of regulatory compliance. Stringent standards such as 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, ISO 27001, and GAMP 5, 2 ed. are not just demanding; they're the prerequisites for scientific veracity and patient safety.

The challenges facing cell-based laboratories are daunting, but the solutions are within reach. By harnessing the power of SaaS platforms designed with high-stakes cell cultures in mind, labs can not only mitigate these challenges but transform them into opportunities for enhanced efficiency and progress.

The deployment of SaaS solutions within cell-based laboratories represents a paradigm shift in operational management. By addressing the unique challenges faced by these institutions through digital transformation, SaaS equips them with the tools and framework they need to not only survive but to innovate and lead in the forefront of cellular research. Its ability to streamline knowledge management, upskill employees, optimize operations, manage turnover, and enhance collaboration marks a pivot toward a future where efficiency and efficacy go hand in hand.

Despite the challenges, adhering to FAIR data standards presents numerous benefits that can transform the way cell-based research is conducted and utilized.

In the intricate world of cell-based research, documentation serves as the reliable, indisputable chronicle of a lab's endeavors. A well-documented process is akin to a map that helps researchers retrace their steps or paves the way for others to follow, ensuring the solidity of scientific breakthroughs

In the intricate world of cell-based research and bioprocessing, precision and accuracy are paramount.

In the dynamic realm of cell-based research, reproducibility stands as the hallmark of robust scientific investigation. Yet, while the field continues to progress at a rapid clip, its practitioners often find themselves wrestling with reproducibility challenges.

Given the gravity of maintaining correctly passaged cells in culture, it's crucial to arm ourselves with strategies to prevent and, if need be, diagnose the issue.

Cell and gene therapies (CGTs) have emerged as revolutionary treatments for a wide range of diseases.

Cell culture labs today are struggling to handle intricate data streams produced from increasingly complex experimentation. The result: lab results that cannot be reproduced successfully.

When scaling from research to manufacturing, or passing down academic research from one group to another, enormous amounts of insights and findings must be shared without any data leakage– since even the smallest oversight could lead to a detrimental loss of science.

Due to the sensitive nature of cells, a seemingly harmless change in reagents, consumables, or materials used – whether the change is known or unknown i.e., caused by vendors or third parties – may cause unexpected results to the way cells behave. 

Beyond enabling quality control and auditors to successfully perform their duties, transparency in lab practices maintains the credibility and quality of research over time.

Whether it’s learning how to edit genes, culture cells, or handle lab equipment, the next generation of lab technicians must be properly trained in conducting cell-based operations, so that they can enter the workforce and contribute to your organization with confidence.

Developed through years of rigorous research and testing in life science laboratories and bioprocessing facilities, the leaders at CellPort have developed a framework that envisions how modern laboratories should function to meet ever-stringent requirements, while sustaining a culture of scientific excellence.

Introducing a new system or technology into your lab? Effective change management is the key to maximizing your ROI, especially when it comes to data. Whether it’s a technical lift or an organizational shift, implementing a data migration strategy helps your lab maximize the value of your new technology.In this blog, we’ll introduce data migration and the various use cases, strategies you can leverage in your data migration process, and the do’s and don’ts to making change stick in your organization.