AssurX QMS vs POMSnet Aquila MES
AssurX QMS
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POMSnet Aquila MES
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| Figure | AssurX QMS | POMSnet Aquila MES |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 0 |
| Spec score · Life Sciences Software | 8.6 (#4) | 7.2 (#12) |
| Core modules | The platform includes audit, CAPA, complaint, document, training, risk, change, deviation, nonconformance and supplier-quality processes. | The system includes recipe and specification, materials, equipment, production order, recipe execution, electronic batch record, and device history functions. |
| Deployment | The same software is offered as SaaS or on-premises, and the vendor says customers can migrate between them. | Customers can deploy Aquila on-premises or use a SaaS cloud delivery model. |
| Headquarters | Reno, Nevada, United States | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| Integrations | The vendor says its open API supports CRM, ERP, LIMS and MES integrations, naming Salesforce, Tableau, SAP, Power BI and ServiceNow. | POMS says Aquila has standard integration tools for ERP, LIMS, CAPA, training, document management, and asset management systems, plus connectors for devices and process control systems. |
| Purpose | AssurX is configurable quality management and regulatory compliance software for organizations in regulated environments. | POMSnet Aquila is a web-based manufacturing execution system for GMP-regulated pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturing. |
| Support | Technical support is available to designated customer contacts by phone, fax, or email, with same-day responses during regional business hours. | POMS says customer support centers are available 24/7 and lists portal, email, and toll-free contact options. |
Plans
AssurX QMS
- AssurX Cloud QMSPrice not published
- AssurX QMSPriced on request
- Custom AssurX subscriptionPriced on request
In their own words
AssurX QMS
AssurX QMS is configurable quality management and regulatory compliance software for organizations in regulated environments. It automates electronic workflows that can include tasks, alerts, escalations and approvals. Listed functions cover audit, CAPA, calibration, change, complaint, document, risk, supplier quality, training and validation management. Dashboards, real-time KPIs, trending and analytical tools support review of quality activity. The software can be deployed as cloud software or on-premise, including in air-gapped environments, and is described as mobile-friendly on iOS and Android. AssurX offers web services and an open API for integration at no charge. The maker lists experience connecting with ERP, PLM, MES, LIMS, CRM, CMMS, SAP, Salesforce, Oracle and PTC/Windchill. AssurX states that it is ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified and SOC 2 compliant, and that it encrypts data in transit and at rest with 256-bit encryption. Technical support is available to designated customer contacts by phone, fax or email, with same-day responses during regional business hours. Pricing is on request.
POMSnet Aquila MES
POMSnet Aquila MES is a web-based manufacturing execution system for GMP-regulated pharmaceutical and life sciences production. It is designed for pharmaceutical, biotech, and cell and gene therapy processes. Core functions include recipe and specification management, materials and equipment management, production orders, recipe execution, electronic batch records, and device history. Specification Management includes more than 100 S88 phases for recipe construction, while the system provides more than 50 standard cGMP reports for production, quality, audits, and regulatory review. Quality Management supports 21 CFR Part 11 electronic signatures and records, FIFO or FEFO policies, expiry and retesting workflows, and lot disposition controls. Aquila supports two-way batch traceability and lot tracking. Customers can deploy it on premises or through SaaS cloud delivery. Its HTML5 interface is mobile-ready and touch-enabled. Integration tools cover ERP, LIMS, CAPA, training, document management, asset management, devices, and process control systems. Pricing is available on request.