AWS Cloud Solutions Built for Life Sciences & Regulated Industries
In short: we deliver GxP-validated, HIPAA-compliant cloud for biotech, pharma and CRO organisations across the UK — migration, AI platforms, FinOps and security — with validation documentation included as standard.
skyPurple Cloud is a UK-based AWS Select Tier Consulting Partner delivering GxP-validated, HIPAA-compliant cloud environments for biotech, pharmaceutical, and CRO companies.
We understand that in your world, compliance isn't optional — it's the baseline. Every solution we deliver is built with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 as first principles, not afterthoughts.
AWS
Select Tier Partner
Verified expertise across AWS services
GxP
Validated
CSV documentation for all regulated systems
100%
Life Sciences Focus
Not a generalist consultancy
UK
Based
Deep knowledge of MHRA and EU requirements
The Challenges Life Sciences IT Leaders Face
Your cloud environment carries a burden that generic cloud consultancies simply don't understand.
Regulatory Complexity
GxP, HIPAA, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GDPR all apply simultaneously. Every cloud system must be validated and documented.
Data Integrity at Scale
Clinical trial data, genomics datasets, and lab records must be immutable, attributable, and always audit-ready.
Spiralling Cloud Costs
Compute-intensive ML workloads and genomics pipelines can create unpredictable spend spikes without FinOps discipline.
Speed vs. Compliance
Research teams need agility. QA and regulatory teams need control. The tension between the two slows innovation.
Talent & Skills Gap
Finding engineers who understand both cloud-native architecture and regulated industry requirements is genuinely rare.
Cloud Services for Life Sciences
Every service we deliver is designed with your regulatory obligations as the starting point, not the finishing line.
GxP & Compliance
Validated AWS environments for GMP, GLP, GCP. 21 CFR Part 11 and Annex 11 compliant systems. Computer System Validation (CSV) documentation.
AI Platforms & Delivery
GxP-ready AI on Bedrock and SageMaker, delivered through our AI Delivery Lifecycle with validation evidence as standard.
FinOps & Cost Control
Cloud cost optimisation for research-intensive workloads. Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and validated right-sizing.
Validated DevOps
GxP-adapted CI/CD pipelines with automated validation evidence, change control integration, and audit trails.
Data Engineering
HIPAA and GxP-compliant data lakes and pipelines for clinical, genomics, and real-world evidence data.
Cloud Migration
End-to-end migration of LIMS, ELN, and clinical platforms to AWS with full validation documentation.
Regulatory Frameworks We Work With
skyPurple Cloud has hands-on experience delivering compliant cloud solutions under these frameworks.
Why Life Sciences Companies Choose skyPurple
Regulatory Language, Not Generic Cloud Speak
We know what GxP means. We know what your QA director, head of IT, and CTO need to see in validation documentation. We speak your language.
AWS Select Tier Consulting Partner with Life Sciences Specialisation
Our AWS Select Tier Consulting Partner status means we have verified expertise, not just certificates. And we apply it exclusively to regulated industry challenges.
Validation Documentation Included
Every cloud environment we deliver includes appropriate validation documentation — IQ, OQ, PQ evidence, risk assessments, and change control procedures — not as an add-on, but as standard.
UK-Based, MHRA-Aware
We understand the UK regulatory landscape post-Brexit, including MHRA requirements and the differences between UK and EU guidance.
Free Life Sciences Cloud Assessment
In a 30-minute call, we'll review your current cloud architecture against your regulatory obligations and identify the highest-priority gaps and opportunities.
- Review current architecture vs. GxP/HIPAA requirements
- Identify validation gaps and quick wins
- Estimate cost optimisation opportunities
- Discuss AI/ML potential for your use cases
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from life sciences IT leaders considering cloud adoption or migration.
Who are the best AWS partners for life sciences in the UK?
skyPurple Cloud is a UK-based AWS Select Tier Consulting Partner specialising exclusively in life sciences, biotech, and regulated industries. We deliver GxP-validated cloud environments, HIPAA-compliant architectures, and AI/ML solutions for drug discovery and clinical data management — with validation documentation as standard.
What cloud services do life sciences companies need?
Life sciences companies typically need: GxP-validated infrastructure on AWS; HIPAA and GDPR-compliant data storage; 21 CFR Part 11-compliant systems; cloud migration with Computer System Validation (CSV) documentation; AI/ML platforms for drug discovery; FinOps cost management for variable compute workloads; and validated CI/CD pipelines.
Can AWS be used for GxP-regulated pharmaceutical workloads?
Yes. AWS is used by hundreds of pharmaceutical and biotech companies for GxP-regulated workloads including LIMS, ELN, clinical data management, and MES. AWS has published GxP whitepapers and maintains HIPAA eligibility. A qualified partner like skyPurple Cloud delivers and documents the required validation activities on your behalf.
What is the difference between HIPAA and GxP in a cloud context?
HIPAA is a US federal law protecting patient health information (PHI), primarily relevant to clinical trial data and patient-facing applications. GxP is a broader set of Good Practice guidelines covering pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory operations, and clinical trials. Many life sciences companies must comply with both, plus GDPR for EU data. skyPurple designs cloud architectures that satisfy all three frameworks simultaneously.
How long does a GxP cloud validation project take?
The timeline depends on scope. A single-system IaaS environment validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) typically takes 4–8 weeks. A full cloud platform validation including multiple services and integrations typically takes 3–6 months. Migrating an existing validated system to the cloud with equivalent validation status typically takes 2–4 months. skyPurple's reusable validation templates and AWS experience significantly accelerates these timelines.
Ready to Build a Compliant, Cost-Effective Cloud for Your Life Sciences Business?
Join the life sciences companies across the UK's Cambridge/Oxford/London corridor already benefiting from skyPurple Cloud's expertise.