Waters Enhances Alliance iS HPLC System Software, Setting a New Standard for End-to-End Traceability and Data Integrity | WAT Stock News

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Jun 17, 2025
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  • Waters Corporation (WAT, Financial) releases Alliance iS HPLC System Software version 2.0 with end-to-end traceability and enhanced security.
  • The software includes authenticated user access, reducing human errors by up to 40%.
  • The software, awarded with the ACT Ecolabels, will be available from August 2025.

Waters Corporation (WAT) has announced a significant update to its Alliance iS HPLC System Software with the launch of version 2.0. This new version is designed to enhance security and traceability in pharmaceutical industry applications, integrating seamlessly with Empower Software to provide authenticated user access directly on the system's touchscreen.

Key improvements in the software update include individual access control and comprehensive audit trails, which aim to reduce human errors by up to 40%. This makes a substantial contribution to data integrity and compliance in quality control laboratories. The integration with Empower Software is particularly noteworthy, as it ensures all user actions are identifiable and auditable, a critical need recognized by regulatory authorities such as the FDA.

Moreover, the Alliance iS HPLC System Software version 2.0 has earned Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency (ACT) Ecolabels from My Green Lab, acknowledging its sustainable manufacturing practices. This aligns with the increasing demand for environmentally sustainable solutions within the industry.

Scheduled for release in August 2025, this update comes at a crucial time, offering Waters Corporation the potential to influence sales during the latter half of the year. The system's empowerment of data integrity and traceability is expected to be a valuable addition to pharmaceutical laboratories facing regulatory scrutiny. Over 80% of novel drugs are already submitted to regulatory bodies using Empower Software, underscoring its pivotal role in the market.

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