waters_connect Software Solutions

waters_connect Informatics

Accelerate your scientific and business outcomes with scalable, flexible informatics built for advanced data integrity and security.

Accelerate your scientific and business outcomes with scalable, flexible informatics built for advanced data integrity and security.

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Innovative informatics solutions that advance science through connected and accessible data



Lab Informatics Platform  |  Scientific Analysis Software  |  Lab and Data Management Software


A scalable, secure, compliant-ready platform built to accelerate outcomes


waters_connect is a scalable, secure, and compliant –ready platform design to help analytical laboratories optimize data exploration and utilization. Our platform accelerates scientific and business outcomes by facilitating faster and more robust analyses.



Experience the future of quantitation


Reducing time spent on data review and processing large sample batches more quickly and easily is a priority, but that can be a challenge. Your laboratory can do all this and more with the future of quantitation, the waters_connect quantitative analysis software for mass spectrometry, available on our core Xevo tandem quadrupole family of mass spectrometers.



Accelerate biopharmaceutical analysis


waters_connect for biopharmaceuticals provides the compliant-ready, networked informatics platform and streamlined biopharmaceutical workflows to unite LC-MS systems across an organization. From product and process characterization to more targeted attribute monitoring and release assays, the journey from sample to actionable result has never been faster or more assured.



Reduce complexity and increase speed to results


Maximize your productivity with compliant-ready solutions for the analysis of compounds such as pesticides, drugs of abuse, metabolites, impurities, extractables, and leachables. waters_connect for Small Molecule Workflows reduces the complexity of accurate mass analysis with end-to-end, “from vial to file”, workflows through the UNIFI application.



Simplify your clinical data review


Process LC-MS data with ease and benefit from the unique Exception Focused Review (XFR) and PanoGramic Display functionality in waters_connect for IVD. Experience shorter turnaround time (TAT) and improved efficiency through structured workflow, reduced manual input, and the simultaneous view of multiple chromatograms, calibrations, and quality control (QC).



Streamline your forensics, toxicology, and clinical research quantitative analyses


Easily process forensics, toxicology, and clinical research LC-MS data with waters_connect for RIL that uniquely delivers Exception Focused Review (XFR) and PanoGramic Display, enabling shorter turnaround time (TAT) and improved efficiency through structured workflow, reduced manual input, and the simultaneous view of multiple chromatograms, calibrations, and quality control (QC).



Increase lab productivity and data management efficiency


To improve the productivity and efficiency of your laboratory, waters_connect includes essential lab and data management software products such as system and data management, analytics, and concurrent collaboration, all aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of your laboratory ecosystem. 


Application Spotlight:
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

Data review can create bottlenecks in routine laboratory environments. waters_connect for Quantitation is designed to enable ease of use, reduce training burden, and streamline data review, improving your productivity and confidence in PFAS analysis.



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waters_connect Software Solutions

The waters_connect software platform from Waters Corporation revolutionizes the way analytical laboratories operate, enhancing scientific and business outcomes through advanced informatics. Designed to cater to the dynamic needs of labs, scientists, and their extended teams, waters_connect provides a robust, scalable informatics platform that integrates workflows across a variety of instruments and applications, including quantitation, biopharmaceutical analysis, and other accurate mass-based analyses.

This platform is built on Waters' strong legacy of excellence in software innovation and is tailored for high data integrity, compliance, security, and easy sharing and accessibility of information. It enables the creation of scalable ecosystems that incorporate new capabilities and are compatible with existing Waters software workflows and partner software, tackling complex laboratory challenges effectively.

waters_connect enhances laboratory efficiency by automating processes and incorporating intelligence and guidance through features like SMART instrument health checks and Exception Focused Review. This automation reduces the complexity of operations and minimizes manual errors, ultimately speeding up the time to outcomes and reducing the need for extensive training due to its modern, streamlined user interface.

The platform ensures compliance with electronic records and built-in data integrity controls, which are essential for traceability, review, and validation of computerized systems. It meets the stringent requirements of regulatory guidelines such as 21 CFR Part 11, making it an ideal choice for regulated environments. Remote access capabilities allow for an autonomous laboratory environment that is less reliant on physical presence, enhancing flexibility and responsiveness.

For quantitative analysis, particularly with tandem quadrupole mass spectrometry, waters_connect reduces data review time significantly through its Exception Focused Review functionality. It facilitates the processing of large sample batches and enhances method development processes, ensuring data integrity and ease of use for all laboratory personnel.

In biopharmaceutical applications, waters_connect addresses challenges in attribute characterization and monitoring with app-based integrated workflows. It streamlines data acquisition, processing, review, and reporting, which accelerates decision-making processes and reduces time to results. This is particularly beneficial when screening large numbers of biomolecules, such as synthetic peptides and oligonucleotides.

The platform offers solutions for accurate mass analysis, simplifying the complexity associated with analyzing compounds like pesticides, drugs of abuse, metabolites, impurities, extractables, and leachables. From vial to file, the workflows are designed to provide confident reporting on the presence and absence of components in complex matrices, supporting discovery and routine analyses.

waters_connect allows for a highly customizable environment that can integrate both Waters and third-party instruments and software. This flexibility is essential for labs looking to enhance their productivity and adapt to evolving analytical demands. The platform supports an extended range of applications, automating workflows and providing new capabilities that ease general and administrative tasks.

For laboratories, waters_connect represents a transformative approach to laboratory informatics, enabling more efficient, precise, and collaborative scientific work. By harnessing the full potential of this platform, laboratories can not only enhance their operational capabilities but also push the boundaries of what is possible in scientific analysis and business intelligence.

FAQs about Waters Connect software

Can Waters Connect software be integrated with other laboratory equipment and software?
Yes, Waters Connect software is designed to be compatible with a wide range of laboratory equipment and software, allowing for seamless integration and data sharing.

How user-friendly is the Waters Connect software for scientists and lab technicians?
Waters Connect software is designed with a user-friendly interface, making it easy for scientists and lab technicians to navigate and utilize its features effectively.

Can Waters Connect software be customized to meet specific research needs and requirements?
Yes, Waters Connect software offers customization options, allowing scientists and lab technicians to tailor the software to their specific research needs and requirements.

What kind of data analysis and visualization tools are available in Waters Connect software?
Waters Connect software offers a variety of data analysis and visualization tools, including advanced algorithms and interactive graphs, to help scientists and lab technicians analyze and interpret their data effectively.

Is technical support available for users of Waters Connect software?
Yes, Waters provides technical support for users of Waters Connect software, ensuring that scientists and lab technicians have access to assistance and troubleshooting when needed.