OpenCryo offers an open-standard platform that manages the full lifecycle of cryogenic specimen operations, from client intake and digital agreements to payment processing, inventory control, and long-term storage. The system provides chain‑of‑custody tracking, inter‑facility transfers, and detailed audit logs, enabling organizations to maintain secure, compliant handling of biological samples.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
Laboratories and logistics providers handling cryogenic specimens often rely on fragmented tools and manual processes for client onboarding, agreements, payments, inventory tracking, chain‑of‑custody documentation, and inter‑facility transfers, leading to regulatory risk, errors, and inefficiency.
Solution
OpenCryo offers an open‑standard software platform that unifies the entire cryogenic specimen lifecycle. Clients access dedicated portals to submit digital agreements and process payments, while the system records each intake event and maintains a hierarchical inventory of tanks, canisters, and individual specimens. Real‑time chain‑of‑custody tracking logs every movement and handoff, ensuring audit‑ready traceability. The platform also supports secure inter‑facility transfers, automatically updating inventory and custody records across sites. By providing a single, compliant, and auditable environment, OpenCryo reduces manual workload, minimizes compliance gaps, and improves operational transparency for all stakeholders.
Target Audience
Primary users are biobanks, research laboratories, and cryogenic logistics companies that need end‑to‑end management of specimen storage, tracking, and compliance.
Features
- Web‑based client portals for onboarding, digital agreements, and payment processing
- Hierarchical inventory management covering tanks, canisters, and individual specimens
- Automated chain‑of‑custody logging with audit‑ready verification and timestamps
- Secure inter‑facility transfer workflow that synchronizes inventory and custody data across locations
- Role‑based access control and permission management for laboratories and logistics partners
- Integrated reporting and export tools for regulatory compliance and audit preparation