Genomic Data Storage & Security
Cloud-Based Solutions for Genomic Data Storage
Learn how cloud-based genomic data solutions can store, process, and share large NGS and genomic datasets with greater speed, scalability, and security
Securely Store Genomic Data
As the uses and possibilities for next-generation sequencing (NGS) continue to expand, so does the need for scalable genomic data storage. Using genomic data cloud services, researchers can store, process, examine, and share large NGS and other genomic datasets with built-in speed and scalability.
Protecting the privacy of your genomic data is a foundational principle of Illumina's business. Our genomic data cloud-solutions are built with industry-leading global and local security standards and real-time access to the most up-to-date encryption technology.
Benefits of Cloud-Based Genomic Data Storage
With cloud-based genomic data solutions from Illumina, you can streamline your NGS data storage and analysis, increase productivity, and collaborate globally in a secure and cost-effective manner.
- Save time and money while scaling production
- Maintain existing infrastructure with seamless integration
- Keep your data protected with monitoring by security and compliance teams
- Easily share secure data in different work groups with user and team-specific access
- Access your NGS data remotely to look at run trends or keep projects moving
- Spend more time on research and less time on infrastructure upkeep with automated processes and user-friendly options
- Tap into massive processing power and scalability to analyze large NGS datasets
Cloud Data Security Best Practices
When evaluating genomics cloud providers, it’s important to carefully review and compare security features and requirements. Use the table below to review data security and compliance best practices:
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Cloud-Based Genomic Data Storage & Analysis Solutions
Illumina Connected Analytics
Illumina Connected Analytics is a cloud-based data platform for secure and scalable multi-omics data management, analysis, and exploration.
DRAGEN Bio-IT Platform
The DRAGEN Bio-IT Platform enables accurate, ultra-rapid sequencing data analysis in an on-premises or cloud environment. Our cloud solutions offer the security, cost savings, and intuitive interface of our software platforms.
TruSight Software Suite
TruSight Software Suite offers an integrated solution for genetic disease workflows. Perform rapid, yet comprehensive whole-genome sequencing analysis to reveal meaningful, interpretable results in rare disease cases.
BaseSpace Sequence Hub
BaseSpace Sequence Hub is a powerful, easy-to-use bioinformatics compute and storage environment designed to help you build a secure, compliant, and high performing genomic sequencing operation.
BaseSpace Correlation Engine
BaseSpace Correlation Engine mines over 23,000 (and growing) scientific studies to get data-driven answers for genes, experiments, drugs and phenotypes for your research.
BaseSpace Clarity LIMS
BaseSpace Clarity LIMS is a laboratory information management system that helps genomics labs track samples and manage workflows for an optimized and efficient lab.
Secure Instrument Support & Lab Management Solutions
Illumina Proactive Support
Illumina Proactive is a value-add service for remote instrument proactive support. Connected instruments get their tickets resolved faster. Connect your instrument to see your instrument health data at the Customer Dashboard.
MyIllumina Customer Dashboard
MyIllumina Customer Dashboard is a value-add account management platform that’s perfect for small to medium-sized labs. Connect your instrument and see your instrument health, product orders, support inquiries, and more—all through a personalized dashboard on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Scientists Discuss NGS Data Storage & Management
“Why Don’t We Just Use BaseSpace?”
When XING Cancer Care wanted to set up their bioinformatics pipeline, they were overwhelmed with NGS data storage and security needs. Rather than spend countless hours of valuable research time, XING Cancer Care relied upon products from Illumina to take care of everything, from pipeline setup to data security regulations compliance.
Cloud-Based Computing: Speed and Scalability in a Cost-Efficient Environment
Kyle Retterer, MS, Chief Technology Officer of GeneDx, discusses how their company used DRAGEN on Microsoft Azure to scale their computing and data storage. This evolution brought more data analysis speed, infrastructure security, risk management, and simplicity to their data management.
Case Study: Using Cloud Technology to Transform Sequencing Workflows
In this interview, you’ll hear how The Genomics Platform Group at UMCCR implemented Illumina Connected Analytics to simplify their entire workflow, accelerate turnaround time, and increase collaboration across labs.
Security and Scale in the Era of Genomics Data Discovery
In her talk, Susan Tousi, Chief Commercial Officer at Illumina, outlines the challenges of securely managing genomic data on a global scale and how Illumina is helping our customers address these challenges through data scaling across the entire informatics workflow.
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