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Dotmatics' LabArchives Achieves FedRAMP Authorization

In a significant step towards transforming scientific research collaboration within the United States, Dotmatics has announced that its LabArchives for Government solution has officially received authorization from the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). This milestone marks LabArchives as a reliable platform for the management of scientific research data across federal agencies, confirming its compliance with stringent federal security standards.

The announcement, made on April 30, 2025, highlights that LabArchives for Government, which is endorsed by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), is now recognized on the FedRAMP Marketplace. With this designation, federal entities can confidently utilize the various applications offered by LabArchives, including the Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), Inventory management tools, and Scheduler applications. This achievement is the culmination of a multi-year commitment to meet rigorous government security and compliance benchmarks.

"Achieving FedRAMP Authorization fulfills our long-standing promise to our federal partners, particularly the NCI, who has been instrumental throughout this journey," remarks Kiptyn Locke, President of LabArchives. He added, "From the beginning, we aimed to meet the highest standards established by the government for security and compliance. With an NIH-wide license already in effect and the FedRAMP Moderate Authorization achieved, we are now primed to support secure and compliant research across all federal agencies."

A Journey to Compliance

LabArchives has paved its path to FedRAMP compliance since 2019, improving its security posture through certifications including SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. Building on its success, LabArchives commenced a 1,000-user pilot license with the NCI in 2022, eventually leading to expanded licenses of 4,000 users in 2023 and 7,000 users in 2024. This series of successful collaborations has made LabArchives the first Electronic Lab Notebook solution licensed for agency-wide deployment at the NIH.

LabArchives for Government consists of applications aimed at simplifying research workflows while adhering to federal security protocols. These solutions include:

• - LabArchives ELN: A secure digital notebook that enhances collaboration and data management.
• - LabArchives Inventory: Tools designed to organize, track, and order lab inventory efficiently.
• - LabArchives Scheduler: Calendar and scheduling software for optimal management of laboratory equipment and resources.

All these applications operate within a FedRAMP Moderate Authorized environment, equipped with robust security measures such as government-grade encryption, comprehensive vulnerability scanning, and thorough third-party evaluations.

Supporting Federal Mandates

The recent developments underscore the growing emphasis from agencies such as the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, and the National Archives and Records Administration for secure electronic data management in federal research. LabArchives for Government aligns with these directives, facilitating data integrity, accessibility, and cooperative research endeavors across federal institutions.

LabArchives, now part of Dotmatics, is a suite of Software as a Service (SaaS) applications used by over 750,000 scientists to manage research data, inventories, and laboratory resources. Its products not only help in documenting research data but also assist in protecting discoveries while enabling secure collaboration. LabArchives is utilized in more than 500 prominent research organizations globally, spanning academic, commercial, and governmental sectors, making it a leading platform for research data management.

For Dotmatics, a frontrunner in scientific software solutions, this development reinforces its mission to connect science, data, and decision-making effectively, enhancing overall research efficiency and fostering innovation. Supported by Insight Partners, Dotmatics operates globally with over 800 dedicated professionals seeking to improve and streamline the scientific research landscape.

In conclusion, LabArchives' accomplishment as a FedRAMP Authorized service represents a pivotal advancement in ensuring that U.S. federal agencies can securely manage their scientific research. This initiative not only aligns with strict compliance requirements but fosters an ecosystem of enhanced collaboration among researchers, ultimately leading to groundbreaking advancements in various scientific domains.