PHARMSOFT joins CERTANIA group
Experienced specialist for pharmacovigilance software and services strengthens CERTANIA’s life science portfolio
Dortmund/Munich, 18th September 2025 — PHARMSOFT Dr. B. Rodust GmbH, a well-established provider of pharmacovigilance databases and services, today announced its integration into the CERTANIA Group – a dynamically growing network focused on Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) as well as scientific, laboratory-based, and compliance services. This step marks an important milestone for PHARMSOFT and enhances the company’s ability to provide fully compliant pharmacovigilance solutions to an even broader client base.
For more than 30 years, PHARMSOFT has supported small and mid-sized pharmaceutical companies, primarily in German-speaking markets, with essential regulatory pharmacovigilance services and its validated pharmacovigilance database saphëus®. The solution enables legally robust management of drug safety data and complies with international standards such as E2B(R2/R3). Its modular service approach covers case processing (ICSRs), literature monitoring, preparation of regulatory reports (e.g., PSURs, DSURs), and authority submissions.
PHARMSOFT’s strong market position is underlined by its close collaboration with the industry association ‘Pharma Deutschland’ and by its exceptionally loyal customer base. A large share of revenues comes from recurring SaaS income – a forward-looking and scalable business model.
As part of its integration, PHARMSOFT will work closely with SocraMetrics GmbH, another CERTANIA company. This collaboration brings together a wide range of software solutions and pharmacovigilance services under one roof, unlocking synergies in technology, data management, and regulatory expertise.
Dr. Barbara Rodust, founder and long-time Managing Director of PHARMSOFT, commented: “We are delighted to have found strong partners in CERTANIA and SocraMetrics who share our values and will continue to provide our customers with the highest quality. This step secures a sustainable future for PHARMSOFT – technologically, organizationally, and professionally."
Juliana Brudel, Managing Director of SocraMetrics, emphasizes: “The close collaboration with PHARMSOFT and our pharmacovigilance team represents a significant step forward – both professionally and technically. Saphëus® perfectly complements our range of services and creates real added value for our customers.’
Karsten Xander, CEO and founder of CERTANIA, welcomed the integration: ‘By joining forces with PHARMSOFT, the CERTANIA Group gains a highly specialized company with deep regulatory expertise in drug safety. The collaboration with our Group company SocraMetrics is a natural fit. It combines proven software solutions with an expanded team of experts, creating a comprehensive platform for modern pharmacovigilance. This strengthens our life sciences segment strategically and enables us to deliver even more comprehensive solutions to our clients."
About PHARMSOFT
PHARMSOFT Dr. B. Rodust GmbH, headquartered in Dortmund, is a leading provider of pharmacovigilance software and services. With over 30 years of experience, PHARMSOFT supports especially mid-sized pharmaceutical companies with the validated PV database saphëus® as well as modular, fully compliant solutions for drug safety. For more information, visit www.pharmsoft.com.
About SocraMetrics
Founded in 2007, SocraMetrics GmbH is a specialized service provider for data-driven solutions in clinical research and drug safety. With an interdisciplinary team of experts in biometrics, pharmacovigilance, and clinical data management, SocraMetrics supports pharmaceutical and biotech companies in the planning, execution, and evaluation of clinical trials. Its portfolio also includes a proprietary, fully web-based eCRF and eDiary system. For more information, visit www.socrametrics.com.
About CERTANIA
Under the umbrella of CERTANIA Holding GmbH, a new global market player is created in the field of Testing, Inspection & Certification as well as scientific, laboratory and compliance services. This group offers medium-sized partners a sustainable home for their life’s work. CERTANIA enables entrepreneurs and owners to further develop their companies with like-minded people, while continuing to preserve their entrepreneurial roots, corporate culture, brand, and values. For more information, visit www.certania.com.
