Benchmark Study: Trends in Sample Storage & Management

Released By GenVault

October 16, 2025

The storage and management of samples and biological materials is a critical function across pharmaceutical, biotech, research, and healthcare sectors. Organizations face challenges balancing security, regulatory compliance, temperature control, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring rapid access to samples.

Contract Pharma’s survey of over 360 professionals reveals:

Off-site biorepositories are increasingly important, but reliability, security, and temperature monitoring remain the top decision factors.
Interest spans a wide range of storage capabilities, from ambient to LN₂, with 2–8°C and -80°C showing the highest demand.
Smaller organizations (<100 employees) form the largest share of respondents, indicating an opportunity for scalable, flexible storage solutions.

The findings highlight a strong opportunity for trusted, full-service biorepository partners to provide customizable, compliant, and secure storage solutions that meet the varied needs of different organizations.

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