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==Product details==
==Product details==
Since its original introduction in 2007, Exemplar has evolved into more than a [[LIMS]] solution. Sapio introduced its Workflow Engine in 2008, which enabled Exemplar customers to easily implement step by step, detailed processes in Exemplar that could track any workflow{{Citation needed|date=May 2013}}, with the goal of being able to address the [[electronic laboratory notebook]] market and eliminate paper based recording of lab process information.
Since its original introduction in 2007, Exemplar has evolved into more than a [[LIMS]] solution. Sapio introduced its Workflow Engine in 2008<ref name="Sapio2008">{{cite web |url=http://www.bio-itworld.com/2012/02/22/eln-excellence-new-lab-notebooks.html |title=ELN Excellence: The New Lab Notebooks |author=Proffitt, Allison |work=Bio IT World |publisher=Cambridge Healthtech Institute |date=22 February 2012 |accessdate=30 September 2013}}</ref>, with the goal of being able to address the [[electronic laboratory notebook]] market and eliminate paper based recording of lab process information.


Exemplar subsequently added a fully configurable data model which meant that Exemplar could now track virtually any data assuming reasonable constraints on volume.<ref name="SciComp40">{{cite web |url=http://www.scientificcomputing.com/Products-Sapio-Sciences-Exemplar-LIMS-4.0-061510.aspx |title=Sapio Sciences Exemplar LIMS 4.0 |publisher=Scientific Computing |date=15 June 2010 |accessdate=29 May 2013}}</ref> This has led to Exemplar being used as a [[scientific data management system]] (SDMS) where it is used to manage large volumes of targeted assay data. Statistics have also be implemented to perform detailed analysis of scientific data within the same environment.
Exemplar subsequently added a fully configurable data model which meant that Exemplar could now track virtually any data assuming reasonable constraints on volume.<ref name="SciComp40">{{cite web |url=http://www.scientificcomputing.com/Products-Sapio-Sciences-Exemplar-LIMS-4.0-061510.aspx |title=Sapio Sciences Exemplar LIMS 4.0 |publisher=Scientific Computing |date=15 June 2010 |accessdate=29 May 2013}}</ref> This has led to Exemplar being used as a [[scientific data management system]] (SDMS) where it is used to manage large volumes of targeted assay data. Statistics have also be implemented to perform detailed analysis of scientific data within the same environment.
==Role in biomarker discovery==
Sapio has made increasing inroads into biomarker discovery at large biotechnology and pharmaceutical firms with the introduction of its Exemplar Biomarker Discovery solution.{{Citation needed|date=May 2013}} This offering enables a single solution for managing clinical study data, treatment groups data, subject data, sample data and assay data from diverse assays such as immunohistochemistry, Western Blot, PCR, etc. This collective data warehouse can then be interrogated using Exemplar's built-in data mining tools to get answers to complex questions regarding the pharmacodynamics effects of a drug. Exemplar then integrates statistical analysis tools for doing common data processing such as data normalization, but also for doing exploratory analysis such as logistic regression, ANOVA and genetic algorithms for model building. The results of these analysis can lead to proper patient profiling for personalized medicine, and can mean the difference between success or failure for new or existing drugs.{{Citation needed|reason=This whole section needs a citation.|date=May 2013}}
==Role at molecular diagnostics companies==
Building on its success at leading molecular diagnostic companies, Sapio introduced the Exemplar Dx LIMS product. Exemplar Dx is used by MDx companies to implement a completely electronic process from test request to results. Physicians can be presented a web interface for test ordering, or test requests can be imported using the [[HL7]] format. Kit Providers and kit fulfillment can also be handled by Exemplar when needed. Once the sample is at the lab, Exemplar fulfills its normal role for sample management and protocol tracking with an emphasis on instrument integration with leading Dx platforms like Qiagen and Beckman Coulter. Importantly, the assay data is then managed in Exemplar and the Dx companies custom algorithms can be implemented to analyze the data and produce the diagnostic report automatically. This report, once electronically signed off, is then delivered via the web, secure fax, HL7 or secure email to the requesting physician.{{Citation needed|reason=This whole section needs a citation.|date=May 2013}}


==Product architecture==
==Product architecture==
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==Target markets==
==Target markets==
The general framework and adaptable nature of Exemplar has made it applicable to a broad spectrum of accounts, ranging from large pharmaceuticals to university R&D departments. Exemplar is also being used in highly regulated environments such as part 11, GLP, and CLIA laboratories.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bio-itworld.com/issues/2008/oct/exonhit.html |title=ExonHit Bets on Sapio LIMS |author=Russell, John |publisher=Bio-IT World |date=8 October 2008 |accessdate=29 May 2013}}</ref> The Exemplar family of products are focused on supporting non-profit research labs, commercial entities engaging in the discovery of biomarkers, and commercial companies applying ready-for-market molecular based diagnostics.{{Citation needed|date=May 2013}}
The general framework and adaptable nature of Exemplar has made it applicable to a broad spectrum of accounts, ranging from large pharmaceuticals to university R&D departments. Exemplar is also being used in highly regulated environments such as part 11, GLP, and CLIA laboratories.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bio-itworld.com/issues/2008/oct/exonhit.html |title=ExonHit Bets on Sapio LIMS |author=Russell, John |publisher=Bio-IT World |date=8 October 2008 |accessdate=29 May 2013}}</ref> The Exemplar family of products are focused on supporting non-profit research labs, commercial entities engaging in the discovery of biomarkers, and commercial companies applying ready-for-market molecular based diagnostics.<ref name="40Brochure">{{cite web |url=http://www.sapiosciences.com/download/LIMS4.0_press_release.pdf‎ |format=PDF |title=Sapio Sciences Exemplar LIMS 4.0 Released |publisher=Sapio Sciences, LLC |date=17 May 2010 |accessdate=30 September 2013}}</ref>


====Features====
====Features====

Revision as of 18:04, 30 September 2013

Sapio Sciences, LLC
Type Limited Liability Company
Industry Laboratory informatics
Headquarters Inner Harbor Center
400 E. Pratt Street
Suite 800
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Area served U.S.
Products
Website SapioSciences.com

Sapio Sciences, LLC develops and distributes laboratory informatics software solutions.


History

Sapio Sciences is a software vendor that develops and markets the Exemplar product line. Exemplar is a versatile software tool that encompasses laboratory information management, electronic laboratory notebook, molecular diagnostics, biomarker discovery, and data management in a single framework.[1]

Corporate history

Sapio Sciences was originally founded in 2004 to develop software tools to address the growing genotyping need for tools to assist in analyzing genetics data, particularly in relation to Genome Wide Association Studies. Sapio's first product was Exemplar Analytics, which ultimately incorporated over 50 different algorithms and was utilized in numerous published papers in prestigious journals.[2][3][4][5][6] Sapio's was subsequently approached by several customers to develop a LIMS solution that would provide a greater level of flexibility and configurability than traditional LIMS solutions on the market. This led to the development of Exemplar LIMS and its introduction in early 2007.[7]

Technology and products

Product details

Since its original introduction in 2007, Exemplar has evolved into more than a LIMS solution. Sapio introduced its Workflow Engine in 2008[8], with the goal of being able to address the electronic laboratory notebook market and eliminate paper based recording of lab process information.

Exemplar subsequently added a fully configurable data model which meant that Exemplar could now track virtually any data assuming reasonable constraints on volume.[9] This has led to Exemplar being used as a scientific data management system (SDMS) where it is used to manage large volumes of targeted assay data. Statistics have also be implemented to perform detailed analysis of scientific data within the same environment.

Product architecture

Exemplar is an n-tier product that offers both Java and web-based clients. Multiple databases are supported for data storage including MySQL and Oracle.

Target markets

The general framework and adaptable nature of Exemplar has made it applicable to a broad spectrum of accounts, ranging from large pharmaceuticals to university R&D departments. Exemplar is also being used in highly regulated environments such as part 11, GLP, and CLIA laboratories.[10] The Exemplar family of products are focused on supporting non-profit research labs, commercial entities engaging in the discovery of biomarkers, and commercial companies applying ready-for-market molecular based diagnostics.[11]

Features

The following feature list(s) is/are derived solely from public, freely-available online information the vendor provides. A lack of a "Y" does not necessarily mean that the product doesn't have that feature. The lack of a "Y" could mean:
  • the vendor chose to not put relevant feature information online despite its existence in the product.
  • the vendor chooses to make the feature information available only to those who create an account or call/e-mail.
  • the feature information exists online to the public, but a URL could not be found to cite the existence of the feature.
  • the feature does not exist for the product.
A vendor's product may receive more confirmed features with the addition of more public information to the vendor's site and/or by providing a URL to a page or document that can act as a citation for the existence of the feature. Prospective buyers are highly recommended to contact the vendor directly to verify features as this list isn't authoritative, and product upgrades and changes happen rapidly in some cases.
Product: Exemplar Biomarker
Discovery
Sample, inventory, and data management
Sample login and management?Y[12]
Sample tracking?Y[12]
Sample and/or result batching?Y[12]
Task and event scheduling?
Option for manual result entry?
Multiple data viewing methods?
Data and trend analysis?Y[12]
Data and equipment sharing?
Customizable fields and/or interface?
Query capability?Y[12]
Import data?
Internal file or data linking?
External file or data linking?
ELN support or integration?Y[12]
Export data to MS Excel?
Raw data management?
Data warehouse?
Deadline control?
Production control?
Project and/or task management?
Inventory management?
Document creation and/or management?Y[12]
Case management?
Workflow management?
Specification management?
Customer and supplier management?
Billing management?
Quality, security, and compliance
Regulatory compliance?Y[12]
QA / QC functions?
Performance evaluation?
Audit trail?
Chain of custody?
Configurable roles and security?
Data normalization?Y[12]
Data validation?
Data encryption?
Version control?
Automatic data backup?
Environmental monitoring?
Reporting, barcoding, and printing
Custom reporting?
Report printing?
Label support?
Barcode support?Y[12]
Export to PDF?
Export to MS Word?
Export to HTML and/or XML?
Fax integration?
Email integration?
Base functionality
Administrator management?
Modular?
Instrument interfacing and management?
Mobile device integration?
Alarms and/or alerts?
Work-related time tracking?
Voice recognition system?
External monitoring?
Messaging?
Multilingual?
Network-capable?
Web client or portal?
Online or integrated help?
Software as a service delivery model?
Usage-based cost?
Industries served
biotechnology, clinical research, life sciences, pharmaceutical
Product: Exemplar Dx LIMS
Sample, inventory, and data management
Sample login and management?Y[13]
Sample tracking?Y[13]
Sample and/or result batching?Y[13]
Task and event scheduling?
Option for manual result entry?Y[13]
Multiple data viewing methods?
Data and trend analysis?
Data and equipment sharing?
Customizable fields and/or interface?
Query capability?
Import data?
Internal file or data linking?
External file or data linking?
ELN support or integration?Y[13]
Export data to MS Excel?
Raw data management?
Data warehouse?
Deadline control?
Production control?
Project and/or task management?
Inventory management?
Document creation and/or management?
Case management?
Workflow management?Y[13]
Specification management?
Customer and supplier management?
Billing management?Y[13]
Quality, security, and compliance
Regulatory compliance?Y[13]
QA / QC functions?
Performance evaluation?
Audit trail?
Chain of custody?
Configurable roles and security?
Data normalization?
Data validation?
Data encryption?
Version control?
Automatic data backup?
Environmental monitoring?
Reporting, barcoding, and printing
Custom reporting?
Report printing?
Label support?
Barcode support?
Export to PDF?
Export to MS Word?
Export to HTML and/or XML?
Fax integration?
Email integration?
Base functionality
Administrator management?
Modular?
Instrument interfacing and management?Y[13]
Mobile device integration?
Alarms and/or alerts?
Work-related time tracking?
Voice recognition system?
External monitoring?
Messaging?
Multilingual?
Network-capable?
Web client or portal?
Online or integrated help?
Software as a service delivery model?
Usage-based cost?
Industries served
life sciences
Product: Exemplar
Research LIMS
Sample, inventory, and data management
Sample login and management?Y[14]
Sample tracking?Y[14]
Sample and/or result batching?Y[14]
Task and event scheduling?
Option for manual result entry?
Multiple data viewing methods?
Data and trend analysis?
Data and equipment sharing?
Customizable fields and/or interface?Y[14]
Query capability?Y[14]
Import data?Y[14]
Internal file or data linking?
External file or data linking?
ELN support or integration?Y[14]
Export data to MS Excel?
Raw data management?
Data warehouse?
Deadline control?
Production control?
Project and/or task management?
Inventory management?
Document creation and/or management?Y[14]
Case management?
Workflow management?Y[14]
Specification management?
Customer and supplier management?
Billing management?
Quality, security, and compliance
Regulatory compliance?Y[14]
QA / QC functions?
Performance evaluation?
Audit trail?
Chain of custody?
Configurable roles and security?Y[14]
Data normalization?
Data validation?
Data encryption?
Version control?
Automatic data backup?
Environmental monitoring?
Reporting, barcoding, and printing
Custom reporting?
Report printing?Y[14]
Label support?Y[14]
Barcode support?Y[14]
Export to PDF?
Export to MS Word?
Export to HTML and/or XML?
Fax integration?
Email integration?
Base functionality
Administrator management?Y[14]
Modular?
Instrument interfacing and management?Y[14]
Mobile device integration?
Alarms and/or alerts?
Work-related time tracking?
Voice recognition system?
External monitoring?
Messaging?
Multilingual?
Network-capable?
Web client or portal?
Online or integrated help?
Software as a service delivery model?
Usage-based cost?
Industries served
life sciences

Pricing

Additional information

References

  1. ↑ "Sapio's Laboratory Information Management (LIMS) Solutions". Sapio Sciences, LLC. http://www.sapiosciences.com/lims_products.php. Retrieved 29 May 2013. 
  2. ↑ Shiels, A; Bennett, TM; Knopf, HL; Maraini, G; Li, A; Jiao, X; Hejtmancik, JF (2008). "The EPHA2 gene is associated with cataracts linked to chromosome 1p". Molecular vision 14: 2042–55. PMC 2582197. PMID 19005574. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/2582197. 
  3. ↑ Davila, Sonia; Hibberd, Martin L.; Hari Dass, Ranjeeta; Wong, Hazel E. E.; Sahiratmadja, Edhyana; Bonnard, Carine; Alisjahbana, Bachti; Szeszko, Jeffrey S. et al. (2008). Gojobori, Takashi. ed. "Genetic Association and Expression Studies Indicate a Role of Toll-Like Receptor 8 in Pulmonary Tuberculosis". PLoS Genetics 4 (10): e1000218. doi:10.1371/journal.pgen.1000218. PMC 2568981. PMID 18927625. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/2568981. 
  4. ↑ Mattapallil, MJ; Sahin, A; Silver, PB; Sun, SH; Chan, CC; Remmers, EF; Hejtmancik, JF; Caspi, RR (2008). "Common genetic determinants of uveitis shared with other autoimmune disorders". Journal of Immunology (Baltimore, Md. : 1950) 180 (10): 6751–9. PMC 2493541. PMID 18453595. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/2493541. 
  5. ↑ Burgner, David; Davila, Sonia; Breunis, Willemijn B.; Ng, Sarah B.; Li, Yi; Bonnard, Carine; Ling, Ling; Wright, Victoria J. et al. (2009). Gibson, Greg. ed. "A Genome-Wide Association Study Identifies Novel and Functionally Related Susceptibility Loci for Kawasaki Disease". PLoS Genetics 5 (1): e1000319. doi:10.1371/journal.pgen.1000319. PMC 2607021. PMID 19132087. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/2607021. 
  6. ↑ Horvath, Anelia; Boikos, Sosipatros; Giatzakis, Christoforos; Robinson-White, Audrey; Groussin, Lionel; Griffin, Kurt J; Stein, Erica; Levine, Elizabeth et al. (2006). "A genome-wide scan identifies mutations in the gene encoding phosphodiesterase 11A4 (PDE11A) in individuals with adrenocortical hyperplasia". Nature Genetics 38 (7): 794–800. doi:10.1038/ng1809. PMID 16767104. 
  7. ↑ "Sapio Sciences Announces Top 5 Pharma Licenses Exemplar LIMS". LIMSfinder.com. 23 April 2007. http://www.limsfinder.com/BlogDetail.aspx?id=32034_0_3_0_C. Retrieved 29 May 2013. 
  8. ↑ Proffitt, Allison (22 February 2012). "ELN Excellence: The New Lab Notebooks". Bio IT World. Cambridge Healthtech Institute. http://www.bio-itworld.com/2012/02/22/eln-excellence-new-lab-notebooks.html. Retrieved 30 September 2013. 
  9. ↑ "Sapio Sciences Exemplar LIMS 4.0". Scientific Computing. 15 June 2010. http://www.scientificcomputing.com/Products-Sapio-Sciences-Exemplar-LIMS-4.0-061510.aspx. Retrieved 29 May 2013. 
  10. ↑ Russell, John (8 October 2008). "ExonHit Bets on Sapio LIMS". Bio-IT World. http://www.bio-itworld.com/issues/2008/oct/exonhit.html. Retrieved 29 May 2013. 
  11. ↑ "Sapio Sciences Exemplar LIMS 4.0 Released" (PDF). Sapio Sciences, LLC. 17 May 2010. http://www.sapiosciences.com/download/LIMS4.0_press_release.pdf‎. Retrieved 30 September 2013. 
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 12.6 12.7 12.8 12.9 "Exemplar Biomarker Discovery". Sapio Sciences, LLC. http://www.sapiosciences.com/exemplar_biomarker_discovery.php. Retrieved 29 May 2013. 
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 13.5 13.6 13.7 13.8 "Exemplar Dx LIMS - The MDx Labs Technology Foundation". Sapio Sciences, LLC. http://www.sapiosciences.com/exemplar_dx_lims.php. Retrieved 29 May 2013. 
  14. ↑ 14.00 14.01 14.02 14.03 14.04 14.05 14.06 14.07 14.08 14.09 14.10 14.11 14.12 14.13 14.14 14.15 "Exemplar Research LIMS". Sapio Sciences, LLC. http://www.sapiosciences.com/exemplar_research_lims.php. Retrieved 29 May 2013. 
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