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Momentum workflow and scheduling software was introduced in 2009. Thermo Fisher Scientific has provided laboratory automation and integrated workflow solutions for more than 25 years, including earlier scheduling platforms such as Polara.
Yes, some customers use Momentum software across shared automation platforms and multiple laboratory sites to support standardized workflows and distributed laboratory operations.
Yes, Momentum software can be deployed across enterprise and multi-site laboratory environments. User access, workflow permissions, and external system integrations can be managed using Momentum security features and Unite configuration tools to support enterprise-level workflow management and data exchange.
Instruments that are not currently supported may still be integrated into Momentum software depending on the technical requirements and integration scope. Custom integrations and driver development may be available using the Momentum Software Developers Kit or through Thermo Fisher Scientific integration services.
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers multiple support models for Momentum software environments, ranging from fully integrated solutions to à la carte software and hardware support options for customers managing their own integrations.
Momentum software validation activities can include communication testing with integrated devices, workflow verification, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT). Driver capabilities and supported functionality are documented within the Momentum Laboratory Automation Help Resource. IQ/OQ documentation may also be available based on the agreed project scope.
Yes, Momentum software is compatible with GxP-regulated environments. Thermo Fisher Scientific can support customers with workflow assessment, system integration, data integrity considerations, and validation-related activities based on customer requirements and deployment scope.
Yes, the Momentum Support Utility includes configurable tools for backing up and restoring Momentum databases, workflows, and configurations. Customer-managed IT backup tools can also be used to back up Momentum host systems and associated software environments.
Documentation availability depends on the selected integration and service level. Typical documentation packages can include configuration and design specifications, API interface specifications, user and administration manuals, training materials, and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) documentation.
Yes, custom instrument integrations can be developed using the Momentum Software Developers Kit. This allows users to create custom device drivers for instruments that are not currently supported within the standard driver library.
The Momentum software audit trail captures time-stamped records of workflow execution, user actions, system events, workflow changes, instrument operations, and error-handling activities. Audit records support traceability by documenting what actions occurred, when they occurred, and which user or system initiated them. Audit and operational log files can be exported to various formats (PDF, JSON, CSV, and Excel) and can include workflow metadata, variables, container attributes, and user annotations to support data integrity and regulated workflows.
Yes, Momentum software supports external user management through LDAP integration when the integrated security feature is enabled. User permissions can be assigned through operator, expert, and administrator roles to control access to workflow execution, workflow editing, system configuration, and security settings. Momentum software also supports environments requiring 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
Momentum software allows users to configure automated error-handling actions directly within workflows. Depending on the event or error condition, the software can retry operations, return containers to storage, notify operators, or trigger alternative workflow paths. In unattended operation, the software selectively applies error-handling routines that do not require user intervention while maintaining traceability through logs, work unit messages, and audit records.
Yes, Momentum software includes a dashboard interface that allows users to monitor workflow activity, run status, system activity, and container processing in real time. Users can track queued, active, and completed work units and review system status information through a streamlined interface designed for routine operational tasks. The dashboard also supports touchscreen operation for laboratory environments.
Yes, Momentum software supports integration with external systems including LIMS, ELN, LIS, SDMS, ERP, and other laboratory or enterprise platforms. The software includes a RESTful API and the Unite module for bidirectional data exchange, workflow communication, and data transformation. Unite supports technologies including REST APIs, SOAP, SQL Server, .NET binaries, and custom integrations. Data can be transformed into formats required by connected systems or instruments, including CSV, JSON, and user-defined formats.
Momentum software uses event-driven scheduling and configurable workflow logic to control process execution. Users can create decision-based workflows using the built-in Expression Builder and Expression Editor, which support mathematical operators, variables, templates, and conditional logic. Workflow execution can be controlled at both the plate and well level using process variables, container attributes, and real-time system conditions.
Yes, Momentum software is designed to execute multiple workflows in parallel to help improve system utilization and throughput. Users can organize workflows into processes, experiments, and campaigns while defining dependencies, resource reservations, and execution priorities. The software supports parallel operations, conditional branching, repeated operations, and dynamic workflow execution based on system conditions and workflow logic.
Momentum software allows users to build automation workflows using a drag-and-drop flowchart interface without requiring scripting. Users can configure device operations, assign labware, and create workflows directly within the workflow canvas. Custom scripts, applications, and macros can also be incorporated using the Application Launcher driver when advanced workflow logic or external integrations are required. The software supports more than 500 Thermo Fisher Scientific and third-party instrument drivers and includes a simulation mode for workflow testing and development without using samples.