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Overview:

LabDrive is LabLynx’s collaborative Scientific Data Management System (SDMS), hosted within the LabLynx Next‑Generation Informatics Platform. It provides secure, end‑to‑end encrypted storage, version control, file locking, and collaborative editing—all designed for scientific workflows.

Deployment Options

  • Cloud-based Office: Secure multi-tenant SaaS—HIPAA‑, GDPR-, SOC 2 Type 2‑compliant
  • On‑premises: Host LabDrive internally per lab IT policies



5. Integration Context
LabDrive is a core SDMS application in the LabLynx Platform alongside solutions such as LIMS, ELN, instrument integration, and analytics. It seamlessly integrates with ELN workflows, LIMS document management, and LabVia instrument processes—creating a unified informatics ecosystem.

6. Compliance & Security

7. Deployment & Support

  • Hosted in global data centers with redundancy, backups, and disaster recovery
  • Backed by LabLynx’s expert support: implementation, training, 24/7 tech assistance, and custom onboarding packages



Key Features


Content & Version Control

Automatic versioning and file-locking to prevent conflicts

  • Change tracking with full audit trails, enabling effective document change control

Real-Time Collaboration

  • Multi-user simultaneous editing on any document or data entry
  • Integrated messaging enhances team discussions without leaving the workspace

Project Sharing & Access Management

  • Share files, folders, or entire project workspaces with internal or external collaborators
  • Customize access levels (view/edit/admin) and revoke access at any time

User Experience & Accessibility

  • Personalizable dashboards for quick overview of tasks, projects, or recent documents
  • Full accessibility from Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices
  • Use of customizable templates for forms, workflows, and data entry
  • Advanced search filters and metadata tagging for efficient retrieval

Workflow & Task Management

  • Task assignment & progress tracking: Assign tasks, track statuses and completion
  • Kanban Boards: Visual workflow management—from experiment planning to results
  • Workflow Templates & Milestones: Standardize recurring processes and monitor milestones
  • Time Tracking: Record effort on tasks or experiments for accountability and reporting





Security & Compliance

____________ are built with data security and compliance in mind. ______ meets GDPR requirements for data protection. All communications are encrypted using HTTPS, and user authentication can be configured with advanced options like LDAP and SSO, standard with LabLynx OpenSocial.

With the choice between local or cloud deployment, labs can maintain full control over their data infrastructure and access policies. And with LabLynx secure cloud hosting, you can rest assured that all data are fully backed up regularly and your IT infrastructure is fully secure and maintained.


  • Fully encrypted file storage
  • Audit trails, version history, and change control align with regulatory requirements
  • Works in tandem with identity & access controls of LabLynx (SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO 27001)

Add-On Apps available from LabLynx to Complement your _______

You always have the option to upgrade to the LabLynx ________, which offers several other applications that can be combined with your _________ to meet even more of your lab's data management needs:

sciCloud Favicon.png sciCloud.net - Secure & Compliant application hosting platform (comes standard with ________)

OpenSocial Favicon.png OpenSocial - Enterprise Single Sign-on (SSO) & Identity Access Management (IAM) (comes standard with ______)

LabDrive Favicon.png LabDrive - Collaborative Scientific Data Management System (SDMS) (comes standard with _______)

LabVia Favicon.png LabVia - Laboratory Automation, Integration & Laboratory Execution System (LES)

LabVista Favicon.png LabVista - Laboratory Reporting, Analytics & Data Visualization Dashboards (BI)

LabServer Icon 72dpi.png LabServer - On premise deployment

LiMShelp Favicon 72dpi.png LiMShelp - Services & Support Platform



Technical Specifications

_______LabDrive runs on a web-based platform and is compatible with all major operating systems through a modern web browser. It supports multilingual user interfaces. Whether deployed in a local LabServer or in LabLynx's SSO, secure, professionally maintained, backed-up managed cloud environment, ___________LabDrive offers scalability, flexibility, and reliability.


Benefits

__________LabDrive provides numerous advantages for all laboratory environments:

  • Centralization of lab data in a secure digital notebook
  • Enhanced collaboration through shared access and live updates
  • Improved reproducibility thanks to templated protocols and version tracking
  • Simplified compliance with electronic signatures and audit trails
  • Reduced waste and overhead via efficient inventory tracking and organization

Use Cases

LabLynx ___________LabDrive is suited for a wide range of labs, including:

  • Academic Labs: Manage student projects, publish reproducible research, and collaborate across departments.
  • Pharmaceutical and Biotech Companies: Ensure compliance, protect IP, and streamline your lab's unique workflows.
  • Clinical Research Organizations: Maintain regulatory documentation and protocols.
  • Materials and Environmental Science Labs: Track complex experiments and manage diverse inventories.

Licensing & Support

Our LabLynx ___________LabDrive is based on an annual subscription which includes unlimited users. There are no charges based on number of reports or submissions. LabLynx provides professional support services directly, including training on functions and features, installation assistance, and custom development.


Get Started Today

Discover how ___________LabDrive can transform your lab’s communicationdata withand yourfile clients.management, planning, and collaboration. Whether you're looking to increasedigitalize efficiency,forms, automate file backups, ensure compliance,compliance or streamline communications,audits, ___________LabDrive offeroffers the tools toyou modernize your lab.need.

Contact us at sales@lablynx.com to start planning for your new ____________today!LabDrive today!