SciNote Lab Management Software: Enterprise-Grade Security and Compliance for Modern R&D IT
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Your scientists need a Lab Management Software. Your IT department needs peace of mind.
When 100,000+ scientists at organizations including the FDA and USDA trust SciNote with their critical research data, they’re not just choosing an ELN, LIMS or data management system—they’re choosing an ISO 27001:2022 certified software vendor that builds on security-first principles that IT departments can confidently approve.
As the guardian of your organization’s data security and compliance posture, you need more than promises. You need proven security architecture, transparent compliance documentation, and a partner who understands that protecting research data is as critical as the research itself. SciNote delivers on all fronts, with a comprehensive security framework validated by independent auditors and trusted by federal agencies.
Built for security, designed for compliance
Industry-leading certifications you can verify
SciNote security is validated and awarded certification through rigorous third-party reviews and continuous monitoring. Visit our Trust Portal at trust.scinote.net to access real-time compliance documentation, including:
- ISO 27001:2022 Certification: Our Information Security Management System meets the latest international standards for comprehensive security controls
- 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance: Full compliance matrix available, with immutable audit trails, electronic signatures, and complete data integrity
- Cyber Essentials Certification: UK government-backed validation of protection against common cyber threats
- GDPR & CCPA Compliance: Privacy by design with comprehensive data protection measures
Every certificate, every report, every compliance document—available transparently through our Trust Portal, powered by SafeBase. No sales calls required to verify our security posture.
Architecture that scales securely
Enterprise infrastructure on AWS
SciNote leverages Amazon Web Services, the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, ensuring:
- Geographic redundancy across data centers in North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania
- Single-tenant architecture for Premium clients, providing complete data isolation
- 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data in transit
- Enterprise-grade encryption for all data at rest
- Automated backups to geographically separate locations (Dublin, Ireland, EU)
Our cloud-first approach means no infrastructure burden on your IT team while maintaining the security controls you require.
Access control that IT departments love
Identity management done right
Stop worrying about password spreadsheets and shadow IT. SciNote provides:
- Single Sign-On (SSO) integration with your existing identity providers
- 2-factor authentication (2FA) enforcement capabilities
- Role-based access control (RBAC) with granular permissions
- IP whitelisting/blacklisting for location-based access control
- Centralized user management with bulk provisioning capabilities
- Session management with configurable timeout policies
Your existing identity infrastructure becomes stronger, not more complex, with SciNote’s enterprise authentication options.
Compliance without the complexity
Audit-ready from day one
SciNote transforms compliance from a burden to a built-in feature:
- Immutable audit trails capturing every user action with timestamps
- Electronic signatures that are legally binding and 21 CFR Part 11 compliant
- Automated compliance reporting for internal and external audits
- Version control maintaining complete document history
- Data integrity controls ensuring research data remains unaltered
- Change tracking with user attribution for every modification
One system, multiple compliance frameworks—reducing your audit preparation time by up to 70%.
Integration that respects your IT ecosystem
Your systems, connected securely
SciNote understands that isolated systems create security risks. Our platform integrates seamlessly:
- RESTful API with comprehensive documentation and security controls
- Pre-built integrations with Ganymede.bio, protocols.io, Microsoft Office, and 200+ lab instruments
- Webhook support for real-time data synchronization
- LDAP/Active Directory compatibility for user synchronization
- Enterprise system connectivity with LIMS, ERP, and CRM platforms
- Rate limiting and API security protecting against abuse
Every integration point is secured, documented, and designed to maintain your security perimeter.
Data sovereignty and exit strategies
Your data, your control, always
Vendor lock-in is a security risk. This is why SciNote provides:
- Complete data portability with one-click full export capabilities
- Multiple export formats including HTML, Excel, and native file formats
- API-based migration support for custom data extraction
- Human-readable exports maintaining data structure and relationships
- No proprietary formats—your data remains accessible forever
- Migration assistance from our customer success team
Exit freedom is security freedom—and we build it into every deployment.
Reliability that meets enterprise standards
Uptime you can count on
Built on AWS infrastructure and backed by operational excellence:
- 24/7 system availability with geographic failover capabilities
- Multiple daily backups with point-in-time recovery options
- Disaster recovery procedures tested and documented
- Change management protocols preventing unauthorized modifications
- Continuous security monitoring with automated threat detection
- Regular penetration testing with reports available on request
Your research never stops, and neither does our commitment to availability.
The CIA triad in action
Confidentiality, integrity, and availability—proven
Transparent and trustworthy security
See for yourself at trust.scinote.net
Unlike vendors who hide behind NDAs, SciNote publishes:
- Current compliance certificates updated in real-time
- Penetration testing reports from independent security firms
- Security policies and procedures demonstrating our practices
- Incident response documentation showing our preparedness
- Business continuity plans ensuring operational resilience
- Regular security updates keeping you informed
Transparency is security—and we practice it every day.
Support that speaks your language
Technical teams supporting technical teams
When you need answers, you get them from people who understand:
- Dedicated customer success managers for all Premium accounts
- Technical documentation written by engineers for engineers
- API support with code examples and best practices
- Security-focused onboarding addressing your specific requirements
- Compliance consultation helping you meet your regulatory needs
- 24/7 infrastructure monitoring with proactive issue resolution
98% customer satisfaction is more thana metric—it’s a commitment to excellence.
Proven by those who matter most
Trusted by federal agencies and global enterprises
When the FDA and USDA choose SciNote for their research needs, they’re validating our security architecture. Join:
- 100,000+ scientists in 100+ countries
- Federal agencies with stringent security requirements
- Pharmaceutical companies meeting GxP compliance
- Biotechnology firms securing proprietary research
- Academic institutions protecting intellectual property
Your peers have already validated our security—now it’s your turn to experience it.
Ready to see our security in action?
Three ways to verify our capabilities today
- Visit trust.scinote.net to review our compliance documentation immediately
- Download our security whitepaper for detailed technical architecture
- Schedule a security-focused demo with our technical team
No marketing fluff. No evasive answers. Just transparent, verifiable security you can trust.
Download the new SciNote Security and Compliance Whitepaper (PDF):
Download our newly updated Security and Compliance White Paper, featuring detailed insights on encryption, user roles and permissions, servers, 21 CFR Part 11, GDPR, GLP & GMP compliance, ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certifications, exporting data from SciNote, and much more.
SciNote: Where world-class research meets enterprise-grade security. Because in today’s threat landscape, good science demands great security.
For immediate security documentation access, visit trust.scinote.net
For technical inquiries, contact our security team at security@scinote.net
