Intellectual Property (IP) at Aragen is bulwarked by four protective layers: philosophy, culture, technology, and the workplace.
Together, they give our partners the highest level of confidence that their information is secure.
Philosophy
We collaborate, not compete: all business at Aragen is service based, with no competing interest
We have no internal programs: we do not undertake our own discovery programs, nor have equity stake in other companies or assets
We are not pharma owned: our promoters have no other pharma facing business interests outside of Aragen
Culture
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), code of conduct: All employees are required to sign a NDA, and abide by a code of conduct that emphasizes the importance of IP
Training: Every employee receives regular training on IP and data integrity
NDA Renewal: NDA is renewed annually, serving as a yearly reminder of Aragen’s desired code of conduct
Technology
Forcepoint data leak prevention: Minimizes human-centric risk with visibility and control wherever the data resides
MDM solution: Eliminates data leaks through smart mobile devices
Highly Secure Datacenter: Automated systems and backups, ensure data integrity
Workplace
Access controlled laboratories: Dedicated laboratories for clients ensure that only staff working on the collaboration have access
Mobile free zones: Enforcement of pre-designated mobile free zones (example: laboratories) minimize risk of structural information being copied
E Lab Notebooks (ELNs): Using Aragen designed and/or customer recommended ELNs ensures minimal information present on paper, thereby protecting IP, and improving data integrity
eCule mobile app: Only company in India where structural information and orders can be exchanged through a highly secure, Aragen developed, eCule app, eliminating any email or paper trail
SAP system: All core operational functions are homogenized through a central ERP function