Life sciences industry focus
Purpose-built for pharma, biotech, medTech
A complex platform made to meet the diverse needs of various regulated industries, but not specifically built for the life sciences
Core QMS functionalities
Full suite: Document Control, Training, CAPA, Change Control, Risk, Audits, Supplier, Equipment, KPIs, Design & Development and more
Covers core QMS modules (Document, Training, CAPA, Change, Audits, etc.,) but lacks Equipment Management
Regulatory compliance
FDA 21 CFR Part 11 & 820, EU Annex 11, ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 210/21, ISO 9001, GAMP 5, MDR/IVDR, GMP, GDP, GCP, GvP
FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU GMP Annex 11, US and EU GMP regulations, ISO standard, GAMP 5
User experience
Modern, intuitive, minimal learning curve that ensures seamless adoption from Product, R&D, to Quality teams
Many users find the interface intuitive for document control and daily tasks. However, others mention it can feel dated and less dynamic
Scalability and fit
Flexible for SMEs and scale-ups, licensing adapts as company grows with tiered plans. Ideal for large organizations that want to keep their processes streamlined and simple
Enterprise-capable, multi-site deployments are used. Not a suitable option for start-ups or SME companies
Validation ease
Out-of-the-box GAMP 5 package, re-validation after updates, three environments (test/validation/production)
The system is validated according to GAMP 5. However, full validation is provided to customers at an extra cost. Customizations and complex setups require extensive validation activity
Integration capabilities
Integrations possible with Microsoft Office, API, Azure AD/Entra ID, Power BI, Tableau, Okta, and more
Integrates with Microsoft Office, ERP, CRM, LIMS, and other systems
Platform security
Secure virtual private cloud (AWS) with EU/US data residency, strong encryption, and hassle-free managed updates
Secure / enterprise-grade; Ideagen emphasizes compliance, security, and modular deployment
Onboarding and implementation ease
Fast implementation with an onboarding manager and customer success experts
Some reviews report lengthy configuration, steep setup, and training burdens with a steep learning curve
Level of customer support
Dedicated customer success managers, 1:1 technical support, and internal chat
Mixed: Some praise excellent customer support, but others cite delays or lack of progress for support tickets
Quality community and learning
Rich ecosystem with training videos, knowledge base, monthly webinars, and Scilife Academy with courses and certifications, all for free
Provides a basic free E-Learning package with limited training content and functionality. Companies seeking deeper training must upgrade to a paid professional version
Clear pricing model
Transparent tiered plans (Essential, Core, Core+) that adapt as you grow - robust enough for SMEs, scale-ups, and larger organizations
Pricing models are not clearly public; you have to contact sales to request quotes
Return on investment
Faster ROI with lower upfront costs, free plan, and quick onboarding
For large enterprises with complex needs, ROI can be strong. But smaller organizations may find the cost, paid add-ons implementation time, and support price slow their ROI
Free trial
Yes! Includes:
No free plan available
Scilife offers rapid onboarding, tiered plans (Essential, Core, Core+), and even a free plan, helping you achieve compliance faster and realize measurable returns sooner without heavy budgets or lengthy implementations. We cater to organizations of all shapes and sizes.
Scilife includes a complete GAMP 5 validation package for every module. Teams save time and resources by starting with pre-validated systems that re-validate automatically after each update, keeping compliance effortless and audit-ready without extra cost.
“In the implementation phase, the system is ready. It's really off the shelf. You can review the validation documentation and do some validation tests in your own environment. You get a Scilife test environment, and you get a validation environment, but you can also run tests in your own environment.”
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"Before implementing Scilife, everyone had their own somewhat fragmented local practices. The implementation of Scilife has helped standardize global workflows and provided a platform for the implementation of best practices."
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“The user-friendliness and the intuitive character of Scilife mean our employees who are using it as a useful tool that helps them to perform better and more consistently at their job, rather than something that they must include in their day-to-day work as a hassle.”
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