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Labguru and Mosaic are coming together under a new brand: Cenevo.

Admin — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 15:04:03 GMT

Cenevo brings together leading lab management systems Labguru and Mosaic to unlock the full potential of labs and accelerate scientific discovery

London – July 30, 2025 - Titian Software and Labguru have rebranded as Cenevo, bringing together the two companies’ solutions, Labguru and Mosaic, under a new, unified brand, to enable further innovation and increased collaboration to accelerate scientific discovery. The combined organization specializes in lab management systems, automation, orchestration, data management and AI technology.

Cenevo software enables smart connected labs that are automated, data-centric and AI enabled, by combining Mosaic’s sample-centric lab operations with Labguru’s experimental-centric inventory, registration, ELN and LIMS technology. By doing so, scientists can more easily streamline lab operations, prevent data loss, and maximize efficiency and accuracy of research results, empowering them to do more science to deliver faster reproducible results, at a lower cost.

The merger marks a significant step forward by combining the strengths of Mosaic and Labguru in a single, scaled organization with greater economies of scale to deliver ever- expanding functionality, faster innovation such as AI, and a richer customer experience.

The Cenevo name – derived from “central” and “evolution” – underscores the company's central role in accelerating the next evolution of scientific research.

Lab operations are undergoing a profound transformation, driven by a combination of technological advancements, such as AI and robotics alongside increasing volumes of data, evolving research demands, and industry funding challenges.

Cenevo’s recent research shows that only 15% of labs are fully digitalized, while 50% still rely heavily on manual processes. Within the next two years, 45% of the 150+ labs surveyed intend to implement next-generation lab technologies such as AI and advanced robotics. These insights fuel the company’s strategy and product development, reinforcing Cenevo’s commitment to innovation and its mission to help labs overcome industry challenges such as data overload, funding pressures, and manual process inefficiencies and errors.

“Cenevo reflects both our heritage and our future vision. As the two companies come together as one, we unite behind shared values: deep expertise that elevates our customers, a spirit of curiosity that drives innovation, a collaborative mindset that powers scientific progress, and a commitment to authenticity that builds lasting trust,” says Keith Hale, Chief Executive Officer at Cenevo.

“Our focus moving forward is clear: Investment. Innovation. Customer Service. We will invest in what matters most to our customers, innovate boldly to stay ahead of the curve, deliver value-for-money, and strengthen how we engage with and support our diverse scientific customer community. The trusted Labguru and Mosaic solutions are and will continue to be a core part of our identity, both stand-alone or combined, depending on our customers’ needs and preferences. We are deeply committed to continued investment in these products - enhancing them and expanding their capabilities, as well as delivering innovative data and AI-enabled solutions,” he continues.

Cenevo is trusted by scientists, companies, and research institutions around the world. The global customer base ranges from academic institutions to early-stage biotech firms to leading biopharma giants, including 8 of the top 10 pharma companies and over 950 customers in total. More than 45,000 scientists rely on the company’s solutions, supported by an international team of over 200 staff across offices in the UK, US, Israel, and Poland. Cenevo combines deep scientific expertise with cutting-edge technology tailored to the specific needs of scientists.

Mosaic software offers a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize the efficiency and accuracy of sample tracking, management, and workflow automation across modalities – with over 150 device and system integrations to maximize efficiency, orchestration and accuracy. Labguru software provides a cloud-based multimodal laboratory data management research-to-production platform, combining ELN, LIMS, registry, inventory management and AI-based informatics tools – scientists utilize Labguru to plan, document, track, streamline, automate, and share their scientific research encompassing the full life cycle from research to production.

“Labs are under pressure to reduce costs, manage growing volumes of data, and accelerate scientific discovery across a wide range and increasingly complex set of modalities. At Cenevo, we believe smart, connected labs are the future. Connectivity is the foundation for both automation and AI adoption – but the current disconnect within many labs is holding back the intelligent use of data and limiting access to next-generation tools,” says Jonathan Gross, Chief Product Officer at Cenevo.

“Our solutions are designed to change that. Mosaic sets the standard in lab automation connectivity, offering unmatched off-the-shelf integration and control across liquid handlers, automated stores, and rack scanners - its unique superpower in the market. Labguru leads in lab data management by unifying essential lab functions into a single, holistic platform capturing critical experimental and operational data. Together, our scalable solutions sit at the heart of and support labs at every stage – from academia, to emerging biotechs to highly scaled biopharmas – enabling digital transformation, automation, and innovation across modalities. Together, these solutions are central to enabling reproducible, high-quality science at speed and scale.”

Under the leadership of CEO Keith Hale, the company is guided by a seasoned executive team with deep expertise across biopharma, biotech, AI, and digital transformation. This experienced group brings decades of success across both scientific discovery and technology innovation, positioning the company for strong growth and impactful leadership in the AI era.

Cenevo is backed by Battery Ventures, a global technology-focused investment firm with deep domain expertise in life science informatics and laboratory automation. Titian received a significant investment from Battery in June 2022, with Labguru joining the group in April 2024.

About Cenevo

Cenevo specializes in lab management systems, automation, orchestration, data management and AI technology. We are trusted by scientists, companies, and research institutions worldwide, from small biotech to global pharma, with over 950 customers – including 8 out of the top 10 pharmas – and 45,000+ scientist users worldwide. Our team of more than 200 provides customers with global support from our offices in the UK, US, Israel, and Poland.

We enable connected labs that are automated, data-centric and AI enabled. Cenevo brings together Mosaic’s sample-centric lab operations with Labguru’s experimental-centric inventory, registration, ELN, and LIMS technology. We empower scientists to do more science to deliver faster reproducible results at a lower cost.

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Digital Lab Operations Insights & Challenges | Labguru

Admin — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:25:30 GMT

Enhanced Lab Data Management and AI Critical to Labs of the Future

London – June 12, 2025 - Data stands at the centre of transformation in today’s digital labs — both as a major obstacle and a driving force for innovation, according to a survey of more than 150 scientists from Titian and Labguru.

Data overload and management were identified as the most significant challenges impacting lab operations. This same data deluge offers a powerful opportunity: respondents cited AI’s potential to manage and extract insights from the vast volumes of data generated by experiments, instruments, and other sources as its most valuable future role. This duality highlights data as not just a pain point, but the foundation for unlocking the next wave of AI-driven advances in the lab.

Titian, which delivers the Mosaic sample management solution, and Labguru a leading lab LIMS, ELN, inventory, and data management platform, have released the results of their latest survey looking to the future of digital lab operations in the life sciences industry.

While machine learning and AI are expected to be major drivers of transformation in lab operations, the reality is that many labs aren't quite ready to fully harness its potential. Foundational issues remain, with inventory management and the automation of manual processes taking precedence. In fact, 65% of survey respondents identified inventory management—specifically of reagents and supplies—as the top technology they’re interested in adopting. A strong majority—77% of respondents—believe automation will be the primary driver of change by 2026, underscoring the urgent need to address manual processes before the broader adoption of AI and machine learning.

The results signal the pressing need to address operational inefficiencies before labs can scale into more advanced technologies. The results were consistent across every type of lab, from big pharma to start-up. Despite growing interest in next-generation tools like AI and robotics, only 15% of labs claim to be fully digitized, and half still rely heavily on manual processes.

While 45% of respondents plan to implement next-generation lab technologies like AI within the next two years, a significant portion—25%—have no near-term plans or anticipate needing more than five years. This gap highlights a critical period of transition, where foundational improvements must be prioritized before the full promise of AI can be realized.

AI’s greatest promise lies in making sense of the overwhelming volume and complexity of lab data. Nearly a quarter of respondents (24%) identified managing data from lab experiments and instruments as the most significant role AI will play in lab operations over the next five years. With 54% citing data overload and management as a key challenge driving change, the need is clear. It’s not just the quantity of data that’s straining labs—it’s the complexity across diverse modalities, creating added pressure around storage, automation, acquisition, compliance, and regulatory requirements.

The life sciences industry is poised for a major evolution, as AI moves from a promising concept to a practical necessity in digital lab operations.

While organizations widely recognize AI’s potential to improve efficiency, accelerate discovery, and make sense of complex data, digital maturity remains uneven—and barriers like data silos and scepticism around AI outputs persist.

“Labs today are generating more data than ever before, but without the right systems in place, that data becomes a burden instead of a benefit,” said Keith Hale, Group Chief Executive Officer at Titian Software and Labguru. “Better data practices and smarter sample and inventory management are essential not only for improving day-to-day operations but also for setting the stage for more advanced capabilities. AI cannot deliver real meaningful benefit without connected and well-managed data. That is where we come in. By helping labs streamline and structure their operations and data management today, we can enable the power of AI to transform the labs of tomorrow."

About the Survey

In January 2025, Titian Software and Labguru surveyed the life sciences industry to understand the trends and innovations that matter most in digital lab operations. 155 people completed the survey. These findings represent the current state of automation and data management, the evolution of AI in life science and its potential impact in lab operations. Survey respondent breakdown by organization type:

26% from large pharma/biotech (>5,000 employees)
12% from mid-size pharma/biotech (500-5,00 employees)
29% from small (start up) pharma/biotech (<500 employees)
4% from CRO (Contract Research Organization)
21% from academic institution
8% from other organizations

Other organization types specified included: Research Lab for Manufacturing, Research and Consulting Lab, Chemical Company, small startup, carbon capture tech development and government.

About Titian Software and Labguru

Titian Software and Labguru (BioData Inc.) are two leading providers of laboratory data management solutions for life science research and industry. Following the recent acquisition of both companies by Battery Ventures, Labguru has joined forces with Titian Software to create a global organization delivering sample management, inventory management, electronic lab notebook (ELN) and laboratory information management system (LIMS) capabilities, as part of the goal to accelerate the future of digital lab operations. Together, the companies already serve more than 45,000 scientists and manage vast repositories of over one billion samples across 900+ companies and universities, including eight of the top 10 biopharma companies.

Keith Hale appointed as Group CEO | Labguru

Admin — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:35:35 GMT

London, January 23, 2025 – Keith Hale has been appointed as Group CEO of Titian Software and Labguru (BioData Inc.), two leading providers of laboratory data management solutions, as part of the goal to accelerate the future of digital lab operations.

A well-known fintech executive, Keith brings 33 years of growth-focused software and technology leadership. He previously co-founded Netik and was CEO of Multifonds. Most recently, as Executive Chairman and Group CEO, he led the creation of TrustQuay (now Quantios) in 2019 with the integration of Microgen and Touchstone, as well as the acquisition of Viewpoint in 2023.

As Group CEO, Keith will oversee a global organization combining the best of Labguru and Titian, delivering sample management, inventory management, Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) capabilities.

A robust, innovative, and intuitive technology platform for sample and inventory management, ELN, and LIMS will simplify lab automation, scientific data management, and orchestration. The combination of these leading technology solutions accelerates drug discovery and R&D particularly in the biopharma industry, enabling more than 900 customers and over 45,000 scientists to do more science.

Titian’s product Mosaic is a comprehensive sample management platform deployed by major pharmaceutical corporations worldwide including eight of the top 10. Mosaic integrates with most major laboratory equipment, including automated stores and liquid handlers. The software maximizes the efficiency and accuracy of sample management, empowering laboratories to efficiently manage vast repositories of more than a billion samples, including compounds, biological materials, and clinical specimens.

The Labguru platform is a cloud-based laboratory data management research-to-production platform combining an ELN, LIMS, inventory management, and AI-based informatics tools. The solutions are found in R&D and QC labs from academia to biotech, from global pharma to cutting-edge startups.

“Keith has a proven track record of leveraging companies’ strengths to deliver digital innovation and drive growth,” says Jesse Feldman, general partner of Battery Ventures and board member of Titian Software. “Under Keith’s leadership, I’m convinced Labguru and Titian will further enable their clients’ adoption of lab automation, scientific data management, and orchestration as well as AI.”

“As a highly experienced management team combining technology and biopharma industry expertise, we will be focusing on building a digital lab operations industry leader to accelerate drug discovery in biopharma for example, integrating the innovative capabilities of the Labguru and Titian platforms.” said Keith. “As I have seen in other industries, the future lies in digital transformation. I expect the labs that embrace digitalization and AI will lead the way in innovation and scientific discovery.”

Titian and Labguru’s technology leaders will work together with Keith to ensure continued operational consistency and product-driven focus.

“First, I would like to thank Ariel Yarnitsky for his diligent work over the years and his successful efforts in bringing Labguru to where it is today,” says Jonathan Gross, Labguru founder, now Chief Product Officer of the group. “I look forward to working with Keith to ensure that our combined technology simplifies ever more complex scientific data management, lab automation, and orchestration and frees researchers to research, not perform clerical tasks.”

About Titian Software
Titian Software is a leading provider of sample management software solutions, catering to the unique needs of research laboratories, biobanks, biotech and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Titian's Mosaic Sample Management Software encompasses a comprehensive suite of tools for sample tracking, inventory management, and workflow automation. Mosaic empowers laboratories to efficiently manage vast repositories of samples, including compounds, biological materials, and clinical specimens while ensuring data integrity and traceability throughout the sample lifecycle. https://www.titian.co.uk/

About Labguru
Labguru serves over 750 global customers, including national research institutes, academia, global pharma, and innovative startups. Worldwide, scientists utilize Labguru to plan, document, track, streamline, automate, and share their research and production. Labguru is a secure, cloud-based data management platform offering a comprehensive solution for life science research and other sectors. It encompasses an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), LIMS, and an informatics platform, along with molecular biology and chemistry tools to facilitate lab automation. Customizable experiment templates, protocol integration, SOPs, and other advanced features enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and reduce costs. Labguru is accessible on desktops and mobile devices via the cloud. https://www.labguru.com

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New NetSuite Integration for Lab Inventory Management | Labguru

Admin — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:52:05 GMT

BOSTON, October 22, 2024 -Labguru (Biodata Inc.), a leading provider of lab data management solutions, has integrated with NetSuite to create a smoother connection between Labguru’s inventory module and the broader business management system. Labguru’s mission is to simplify and optimize lab operations for the biopharma and life science industries worldwide

With this new functionality, lab managers can effortlessly add items to their shopping lists in Labguru, automatically creating and submitting sales orders in NetSuite. This streamlined process reduces manual intervention and the risk of errors, ensuring that labs always have the materials they need when they need them.

Customization is the key to improving lab processes. With Labguru’s automation tools users can tailor the process to their specific needs, utilizing webhooks and Python scripts to automate order creation and communication with NetSuite. Once the order is approved in NetSuite, Labguru immediately updates the inventory records, providing real-time accuracy.

When supplies arrive, they can be cross-referenced with the original order, further minimizing discrepancies.

“At Labguru, we’re focused on making our clients’ work more efficient and stress-free," said Gal Haase, VP Product of Labguru. "By integrating with NetSuite, we’re ensuring that labs can maintain consistent inventory levels and avoid costly disruptions, helping labs run smoothly and focus on what matters most—scientific discovery”

This integration aligns with Labguru’s ongoing efforts to provide a comprehensive lab data management solution, acting as a central hub for managing lab data from research to production, including electronic lab notebook (ELN), laboratory information management system (LIMS), inventory, and automation.

By reducing administrative tasks and improving data accuracy, Labguru continues to empower labs to operate at their best.

About Labguru
Labguru, the flagship product of BioData, recently acquired by Battery Ventures, is a trusted provider serving over 750 global customers, including national research institutes, academia, global pharma, and innovative startups. Worldwide, scientists utilize Labguru to plan, document, track, streamline, automate, and share their research and production. Labguru is a secure, cloud-based data management platform offering a comprehensive solution for life science research and industry. It encompasses an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), LIMS, and an informatics platform, along with molecular biology and chemistry tools to facilitate lab automation. Customizable experiment templates, protocol integration, SOPs, and other advanced features enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and reduce costs. Labguru is accessible on desktops and mobile devices via the cloud. To learn more: www.labguru.com

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K2 Global Communications
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Labguru Secures SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance for Data Security

Admin — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:25:05 GMT

Accomplishment Demonstrates Labguru's Dedication to Data Security, Privacy, and Client
Data Protection

BOSTON, August 13, 2024 - Labguru (Biodata Inc.), a leading provider of lab data management solutions, has successfully completed the System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type 2 examination.

Full compliance aligns with Labguru's mission to support scientific innovation through reliable and secure lab management solutions and its unwavering commitment to the highest standards of information security, privacy protection, and confidentiality.

Meeting these standards reinforces Labguru's position as a trusted partner for laboratories worldwide, ensuring their critical data is managed with the highest levels of integrity and protection.

SOC 2 Type 2 is a rigorous auditing standard developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) that evaluates an organization’s information systems security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. It involves a comprehensive technical audit and confirmation that information security policies and procedures are documented and followed. Conducted by Frank, Rimerman + Co. LLP, the audit affirms that Labguru’s information security policies, procedures, practices, and operations meet the SOC 2 standards.

"Our clients rely on Labguru's comprehensive solutions to manage their planning, documentation, and retrieval of the sensitive data generated during their scientific experiments,” stated Simon Weil, VP of Research & Development of Labguru. “This milestone reflects our focus on operational excellence and reinforces their confidence in our solutions."

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Integration of Labhandy Mobile App Announced | Labguru

Admin — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:45:55 GMT

BOSTON, July 23, 2024 - Labguru (Biodata Inc.), a leading provider of laboratory data management solutions, has integrated its Labhandy mobile app with Brady Corp, a world leader in high-performance identification solutions. This strategic collaboration transforms on-the-go labeling for lab professionals, offering the ability to print labels anytime and anywhere, enhancing precision and efficiency.

Labhandy’s mobile app complements Labguru's lab data management platform by enabling users to seamlessly manage lab procedures from any location. This enhancement ensures continuous lab operations, even when working remotely. The app allows users to manage stocks, record data, report findings, and submit actions using structured protocols, all while digitizing handwritten table data effortlessly at the bench.

“Our cooperation streamlines yet another aspect of lab management,” stated Dustin Stumpf, Sr. Global Product Manager with Brady. “This integration will improve inventory control, increase efficiency, and minimize potential errors.”

Key features and benefits of this integration include:

Accurate Sample and Material Tracking: The ability to print labels on demand ensures precise identification of samples and materials. Future capabilities will include equipment and storage management. This feature maintains up-to-date inventory tracking even in remote settings and eliminates errors caused by manual labeling or outdated information.
Streamlined Processes and Increased Efficiency: The integration seamlessly incorporates labeling into existing workflows and protocols, reducing the time spent on manual labeling tasks. This leads to faster turnaround times and fewer errors and rework, improving overall operational efficiency.
Flexible and Mobile Labeling: Labhandy’s mobile app provides accurate identification and tracking from any location, including remote or hard-to-reach areas. This mobility enhances productivity by eliminating the need to return to a central workstation for labeling.

"Our partnership with Brady elevates Labhandy’s capabilities, delivering an integrated solution that offers unparalleled convenience and accuracy," stated Jonathan Gross, CTO and founder of Labguru (Biodata, Inc.). "This integration underscores our commitment to advancing lab operation through innovative, user-friendly technology."

About Brady
A global leader in safety, identification, and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces, Brady is just about everywhere you look. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room, companies around the globe trust Brady because of their deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications. Powered by world-class manufacturing capabilities, Brady is constantly pushing for better – making better products, exploring better ways to solve customer problems, and improving the environments where people work. Their latest technological advances are helping design the future of RFID, safety, identification, printing, materials, and more.
Learn more at BradyID.com

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New Distribution Partnership for ELN in Life Sciences | Labguru

Admin — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:01:45 GMT

New distribution agreement with Thermo Fisher Scientific allows Thermo Fisher to offer Labguru’s cutting-edge Electronic Lab Notebook module together with Thermo Fisher’s renowned suite of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and lab operations software solutions, amplifying Labguru’s ELN capabilities.

BOSTON, June 26, 2024 - Labguru (BioData) announces an agreement with Thermo Fisher Scientific to enable the distribution of its state-of-the-art Labguru Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) module alongside Thermo Fisher’s suite of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and lab operations software solutions.

With these complementary products, Thermo Fisher customers will address research management needs through enhanced digital lab connectivity, improving cross-functional collaboration and benefiting from a digitally enabled pathway to research-based innovation.

Thermo Fisher opted to provide the Labguru ELN module to customers after utilizing the powerful solution in its own internal labs.

Thermo Fisher provides an extensive array of capabilities, including innovative laboratory instruments, reagents, and consumables offered through a scaled e-commerce platform, clinical research services, bioproduction solutions, and pharmaceutical manufacturing services across all modalities.

The incorporation of the Labguru ELN module into the Thermo Fisher ecosystem delivers a comprehensive Electronic Lab Notebook enabling seamless data exchange, traceability, streamlined workflows, collaboration capabilities, comprehensive data analysis, and easier regulatory compliance.

Labguru, the all-encompassing cloud-based lab data management solution, is designed to streamline scientific research. With features including a robust ELN, LIMS, state-of-the-art workflow automation, and more, Labguru offers scientists a powerful arsenal to enhance their research. Additionally, Labguru provides advanced data-depth capabilities, such as AI and ML, positioning it at the forefront of digital transformation for the life-sciences industry.

“We are elated to embark on this journey with Thermo Fisher Scientific,” said Ariel Yarnitsky, CEO, Labguru. “This partnership showcases our shared vision to empower researchers and scientists with the most advanced tools and solutions to streamline their workflows while enhancing the quality of their work. Thermo Fisher’s collaboration with Labguru marks an important milestone, bringing our digital offerings together to set a new standard for research and scientist support.”

“Scientists today are taking on global, collaborative research projects, and as a result, are in pursuit of more sophisticated yet streamlined information management systems,” said Richard Milne, VP and General Manager, Digital Science, Thermo Fisher Scientific. “At Thermo Fisher, we’re similarly focused on the future of data management and ensuring our digital ecosystem meets these expanding data optimization needs. We look forward to working with Labguru to offer a streamlined and scalable approach to data management.”

About Labguru
Labguru, the flagship product of BioData, recently acquired by Battery Ventures, is a trusted provider serving more than 750 global customers, including national research institutes, academia, global pharma, and innovative startups worldwide. Scientists utilize Labguru to plan, document, track, streamline, automate, and share their research and production. Labguru is a secure, cloud-based data management platform offering a comprehensive solution for life science research and industry. It encompasses an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), LIMS, and an informatics platform, along with molecular biology and chemistry tools to facilitate lab automation. Customizable experiment templates, protocol integration, SOPs, and other advanced features enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and reduce costs. Labguru is accessible on desktops and mobile devices via the cloud. For more information, visit www.labguru.com.

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Titian Software | Battery Ventures Life Science Platform

Admin — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:05:46 GMT

Labguru will combine forces with Titian Software to create a global tier-1 lab-management and sample-management platform

BOSTON, April 17, 2024 - Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm, announced the acquisition of Labguru (BioData), the life-science laboratory-data platform from Holtzbrinck Digital. Terms were not disclosed.

Labguru provides a comprehensive laboratory data management hub for planning and tracking; documenting experiments; streamlining lab logistics; and sharing results across teams and organizations. Labguru’s easy-to-use, cloud-based, research-to-production life-science platform combines an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and a set of informatics tools to enable and enhance research and production. Labguru is trusted by hundreds of thousands of scientists across the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and advanced-industry segments, as well as researchers at global academic and research institutions.

Labguru will join Battery’s Titian Software to create a global organization that offers an end-to-end solution across life sciences and laboratory applications from research to production, spanning the entire workflow from ELN to inventory and sample management, research, testing, and QC workflows.

“Together Titian and Labguru will use the investment by Battery to further support organic growth as well as shape the direction of the group’s future acquisitions in fulfilling the group vision to become the one-stop shop of the global life-science software market,” said Battery General Partner, Jesse Feldman.

“We are excited to bring together Titian and Labguru and to work with the companies’ leaders to provide an integrated laboratory and sample-management offering to researchers,” Feldman said. “The two companies already serve researchers across multiple disciplines at the forefront of science, and we look forward to expanding how we serve our customers.”

Labguru’s executive team, including CEO Ariel Yarnitsky and founder and CTO Jonathan Gross, will remain in their current roles, working alongside the Titian executive team following the transaction.

“We’re excited to join forces with Battery, a long-standing investor with domain expertise across life-science informatics and laboratory automation and leverage their vast experience during Labguru’s next growth phase,” said Yarnitsky. “Specifically, Labguru’s mission to build a leading solution catering to the broad needs of scientists in one coherent and easy-to-use platform becomes even more exciting by joining hands with Titian and with the strong support of Battery. Between the additional capital from Battery and the product and cultural fit with Titian, we could not think of a more suitable partner to propel Labguru forward.”

Founder Gross added: “Partnering with Battery and Titian will accelerate our ability to leverage technology, experience, and insights to effectively widen the scope of our platform, benefiting science and scientists. This is an important and dramatic step in Labguru’s journey. Further, with Battery Ventures’ long-standing experience investing in data and AI companies, we have found a valuable partner to help shape our vision as we continue building on Labguru’s suite of artificial intelligence tools.”

Titian Software Founder and Chief Product Officer Edmund Wilson added, “We are delighted to partner with Labguru. Our companies share a common commitment to providing state-of-the-art solutions to the life sciences community, delivered by staff who offer tremendous domain expertise.”

Holtzbrinck Digital played a crucial role in Labguru's development and success. Their vision and support have been instrumental in the company's fast growth and positioning as a tier-1 lab-management software company. "We are extremely happy with Labguru's development over the last years and are proud of the strides we've made together. Finding a partner like Battery, who shares our commitment to innovation and excellence, marks a thrilling next chapter for Labguru," said Marc-Orell Dedorath, head of group M&A at Holtzbrinck.

“We are thrilled to unite two major forces in a market that's only beginning to realize its vast potential,” added Justin Rosner, a principal at Battery. “We look forward to working with the Labguru and Titian teams as we embark on this journey together."

About Labguru

Labguru (BioData) was founded in 2007 and is the developer of a secure, cloud-based laboratory data management platform for life science research and industry. Labguru is an all-in-one platform that streamlines laboratory operations by recording and managing data and inventory, offering molecular biology and chemistry tools, enabling lab automation, and providing data-driven, AI-assisted insights for increased efficiency. As a trusted tool for more than 120,000 scientists worldwide, we empower the digitalization efforts of customers ranging from start-ups to global life science organizations. To learn more about Labguru, visit www.labguru.com.

About Titian Software
Titian Software was founded in 1999 and is a leading provider of sample management software solutions, catering to the unique needs of research laboratories, biobanks, and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Titian's Mosaic Sample Management Software encompasses a comprehensive suite of tools for sample tracking, inventory management, and workflow automation. Mosaic empowers laboratories to efficiently manage vast repositories of samples, including compounds, biological materials, and clinical specimens while ensuring data integrity and traceability throughout the sample lifecycle. www.titian.co.uk

About Battery Ventures
Battery partners with exceptional founders and management teams, developing category-defining businesses in markets including software and services, enterprise infrastructure, online marketplaces, healthcare IT, and industrial technology. Founded in 1983, the firm backs companies at all stages, ranging from seed and early to growth and buyout, and invests globally from six strategic locations: Boston; San Francisco and Menlo Park, Calif.; Tel Aviv; London; and New York. Follow the firm on Twitter @BatteryVentures, visit our website at www.battery.com, and find a complete list of Battery Portfolio companies.

About Holtzbrinck Digital
Holtzbrinck Digital manages the investments of the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group in digital startups in the science and education sector, as well as other areas of strategic importance. Holtzbrinck Digital supports them in their development with expertise, resources, and a long-term commitment, enabling the companies to achieve the best possible development.

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K2 Global Communications

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Titian Software

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AI-Powered Chatbot Launched | Labguru Assistant

Admin — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:05:30 GMT

Boston, April 3, 2024 - Today Labguru (BioData Inc.), a pioneer in lab data management platforms, announced the launch of its latest innovation, the Labguru Assistant - an advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbot designed to revolutionize scientific research. Based on open AI or in-house LLM, Labguru Assistant is seamlessly integrated into every page of the Labguru application where it is set to become an indispensable tool for scientists and researchers, addressing the intricate challenges faced by scientists daily, ranging from complex experimentations, and navigating vast datasets, to fostering collaborative projects. By providing real-time assistance and enabling dynamic conversations, Labguru Assistant functions as a partner in scientific endeavours.

Labguru Assistant boasts an array of key features designed to revolutionize the research process.

Immediate Experimental Troubleshooting: Swiftly addresses unexpected issues to reduce delays and boost progress.

Expert Guidance and Protocol Optimization: Provides suggestions to optimize experimental protocols, ensuring efficient and reliable outcomes.

Advanced Data Analysis Support: Assists in navigating complex datasets, selecting appropriate statistical methods, and interpreting results accurately.

Real-time Decision Support: Facilitates informed decision-making during experiments and data analysis, crucial for research success.

Efficient Onboarding Experience: Guides new team members step-by-step, promoting quick adaptation to lab protocols and software systems.

Data Integrity and Compliance: Offers reminders and guidance to adhere to regulatory standards, upholding the quality and credibility of research findings.

Labguru Assistant stands out as a multifaceted solution, streamlining the intricacies of the research process to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Its capacity for facilitating swift data retrieval through natural language queries empowers researchers to access the information they need without the hassle of navigating through intricate menus. Its proficiency in handling comprehensive queries across different modules fosters a holistic understanding of the data, bridging gaps between disparate pieces of information. For new users, the Labguru Assistant serves as a valuable ally, simplifying training and onboarding with interactive guidance, thereby reducing the learning curve and integrating them more effectively into the research environment. Additionally, the Assistant's customized reporting feature allows for the generation of tailored reports directly within the chatbox, meeting specific research needs and facilitating documentation and analysis.

The provision of immediate and precise responses to user inquiries significantly elevates the overall Labguru experience, making it a more user-friendly platform.

Ariel Yarnitsky, Labguru’s (BioData) CEO said: “Labguru Assistant is more than just a feature; it represents a paradigm shift in scientific research methodologies. Its integration into Labguru underscores our commitment to empowering scientists with cutting-edge tools that enhance productivity, foster innovation, and streamline research workflows.”

About Labguru (BioData)
Labguru, the flagship product of BioData, a subsidiary of the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group, is a trusted provider serving over 750 global customers, including national research institutes, academia, global pharma, and innovative startups. Worldwide, scientists utilize Labguru to plan, document, track, streamline, automate, and share their research and production. Labguru is a secure, cloud-based data management platform offering a comprehensive solution for life science research and industry. It encompasses an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), LIMS, and an informatics platform, along with molecular biology and chemistry tools to facilitate lab automation. Customizable experiment templates, protocol integration, SOPs, and other advanced features enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and reduce costs. Labguru is accessible on desktops and mobile devices via the cloud.

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SAP Partnership | Provides Lab Data Management Solution | Labguru

Admin — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:35:20 GMT

BOSTON, September 19, 2023 - BioData today revealed that Labguru, its all-encompassing Lab Data Management solution, is now accessible on SAP® Store, the digital marketplace for SAP and Software Partner Providers. The addition to the SAP store will increase the ease with which customers can access Labguru, ensuring more life science companies can streamline lab operations and increase collaboration.

Labguru is compatible with SAP S/4HANA and SAP Quality Management. Labguru's integration with the SAP Quality Management module will introduce a comprehensive research-to-production life science activities, sample management, and automation layer, enabling the streamlining of processes, reducing complexities, and eliminating the need for multiple tools/integrations.

"Providing an end-to-end life science research to production experience can be quite daunting. As a pioneering solution on the SAP store, Labguru empowers businesses utilizing SAP technologies for their life science research and production," stated Ariel Yarnitsky, BioData CEO. "Collaborating with SAP marks a significant milestone in Labguru's rapid global expansion, catering to a diverse range of life science customers."

Labguru enables life science organizations to optimize research and drive productivity forward in essential QA/QC processes by leveraging Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Modules, combined with sample management, workflow automation, instrument management, and integrations, as well as advanced data depth capabilities, including ontologies, AI, and ML.

"Ecosystem innovations are vital to SAP's vision, particularly for our life science customers," said Mandar Paralkar, VP, Head of Life Sciences Industry Business Unit at SAP. "We are thrilled to welcome Labguru to the SAP store. Partners like Labguru help us deliver cloud-first strategies with integrated innovations proven to create value while addressing critical science and business challenges."

SAP Store, available at store.sap.com, offers a seamless and connected digital customer experience for discovering, trying, purchasing, and renewing over 2,300 solutions from SAP and its partners. Here, customers can explore the SAP solutions and SAP-validated solutions required to grow their businesses. Additionally, for each purchase made through the SAP Store, SAP will plant a tree, reflecting its dedication to environmental sustainability.

About Labguru

Labguru, the flagship product of BioData, a subsidiary of the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group, is a trusted provider serving over 650 global customers, including national research institutes, academia, global pharma, and innovative startups. Worldwide, scientists utilize Labguru to plan, document, track, streamline, automate, and share their research and production. Labguru is a secure, cloud-based data management platform offering a comprehensive solution for life science research and industry. It encompasses an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), LIMS, and an informatics platform, along with molecular biology and chemistry tools to facilitate lab automation. Customizable experiment templates, protocol integration, SOPs, and other advanced features enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and reduce costs. Labguru is accessible on desktops and mobile devices via the cloud. For more information, visit www.labguru.com.

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