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IDBS E-WorkBook
Woking, UK
What it is
IDBS E-WorkBook is software for research and development that brings together an electronic lab notebook, laboratory execution system and LIMS capabilities. Its ELN records experimental data and supports searches across structured or unstructured content, tagging, comments, dashboards and collaboration on projects. Workflows are designed for consistency and repeatability, while the Instrument Reader can capture measurements from networked balances, pH meters, pipettes and callipers. Chemistry tools cover compound and reaction drawing, reagent lookup, amount calculations, product registration and compound or substructure searches. Version control, audit trails, approval workflows and multi-step electronic signatures support 21 CFR Part 11 and GxP requirements. E-WorkBook is offered through cloud or on-premise deployment, with browser access and APIs for systems and instruments. Inventory tracking, external collaboration and sample requests are included. Pricing is on request. IDBS was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Woking, UK.
For and against
For
- Combines ELN, LES and LIMS capabilities
- Supports audit trails and electronic signatures
- Chemistry tools include compound and reaction search
- Cloud and on-premise deployment options
- Instrument Reader captures networked measurements
Against
- Pricing is available only on request
- Requires JavaScript for browser sign-in
- Designed primarily for larger regulated organizations
The verdict
E-WorkBook covers experimental records, laboratory execution, data management and compliance in one system. Its deployment choices and integration options support organizations with varied infrastructure, while pricing requires a direct inquiry.
Who it suits
It suits research and development organizations that need electronic experiment records, laboratory workflows and LIMS capabilities. Its compliance, chemistry, inventory and collaboration tools are relevant to regulated teams and larger companies.
On the record
- Browser access
- The E-WorkBook ELN help page says users sign in by entering their organization's E-WorkBook host URL in a web browser, and that JavaScript must be enabled.help.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Chemistry
- The chemistry capability lets users draw molecules and reactions, calculate stoichiometry, and record procedures, parameters, associated data and outcomes.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Cloud deployment
- E-WorkBook Cloud is a SaaS service accessible through browsers or devices with an internet connection, including desktop and mobile devices.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Company
- IDBS says it was founded in 1989 and joined Danaher’s Life Sciences platform in 2017.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Compliance
- IDBS states that its E-WorkBook offering is 21 CFR Part 11 and GxP compliant.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Compliance features
- The ELN supports version control, auditing and multi-step digital signature workflows for GxP use.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Deployment
- IDBS describes E-WorkBook as available in cloud and on-premise deployments.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Experimental data
- E-WorkBook ELN captures and manages experimental data.help.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Experimental records
- The ELN is the core engine for capturing experimental data, with workflows intended to support consistency and repeatability.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- External collaboration
- The product page describes secure collaboration with external partners and sample requests that can be tracked as work is fulfilled.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Instrument capture
- The Instrument Reader can capture measurements from networked balances, pH meters, pipettes and callipers directly into the electronic lab notebook.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- IDBS says instruments and equipment can connect through pre-built connectors, configurable interfaces and programming interfaces.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- IDBS describes E-WorkBook as having a long history with top pharmaceutical companies and other large companies in adjacent sectors.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Inventory
- The inventory capability tracks equipment and raw material use across experiments.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- On-premise availability
- IDBS said it would continue offering on-premise solutions alongside its SaaS offering.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Product
- IDBS describes E-WorkBook as software combining electronic lab notebook (ELN), laboratory execution system (LES) and laboratory information management system (LIMS) capabilities.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Product scope
- E-WorkBook combines electronic lab notebook, laboratory execution system and LIMS capabilities for research and development.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Request service level
- E-WorkBook Request is described as a fully managed SaaS environment with a guaranteed 99% uptime.idbs.com · read 7 Oct 2026
