Challenging the status quo

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About Us

At The Knowlogy, we are your trusted Quality Assurance partner, dedicated to providing unparalleled expertise and support in GLP, GCP, GCLP, CSV, and ISO standards. With a comprehensive suite of services—including auditing, consultancy, training, and mentoring—we empower your organisation to exceed regulatory expectations and achieve excellence in the Life Sciences sector.

Challenging the Status Quo

In a rapidly evolving industry, we believe in pushing the boundaries of quality assurance. Our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation sets us apart as the premier choice for consultancy and quality assurance. At The Knowlogy, we don’t just meet standards; we redefine them, driving your organisation towards unparalleled success. Join us in challenging the status quo and elevating your quality assurance practices to new heights.

Our Promise

The Knowlogy will never offer a one-size fits all solution. As an agile company, we provide bespoke services, from single solutions to comprehensive suites, to support your unique situations. Every engagement is fuelled by a single unifying ambition – to provide value for our client’s investment, by ensuring knowledge is shared.

We don’t just tick boxes – we empower your team with knowledge through our unique See-Share-Do approach. Our auditors explain, guide, and mentor, to help you understand processes, avoid pitfalls, and confidently manage future audits – even independently. This knowledge sharing fosters excellence, transforming audits into opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainable success.

Why The Knowlogy?

Supporting Academic Institutions, NHS, Not-For-Profit’s, BioTech Start-Up’s, Pharmaceutical, Contract Research Laboratories.

Experienced International Consultants

Our team is comprised of experienced international consultants with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in research and the life sciences industry. We have worked with clients across the globe and have a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and best practices in the research industry.

Comprehensive Services

We offer a wide range of services, including auditing, computer system validation, training, QA support, quality systems, inspection readiness, and mentoring. This means you can rely on us to provide a comprehensive solution for all of your research and life sciences industry needs.

On-demand Services

Our services are available on-demand, meaning you can access our expertise and support whenever you need it. Whether you require ad hoc support or ongoing consultancy, our team is available to provide the guidance and assistance you need.

Customised Solutions

At The Knowlogy Group, we understand that every organisation is unique, with its own set of challenges and requirements. That’s why we offer customised solutions tailored to meet your specific needs and objectives.

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Meet Our Team

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Cate Ovington
Founder & Managing Director

Cate’s career in the regulatory industry started in the Quality Control laboratory for a veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturer. Before moving into quality assurance in 2000.

Cate has worked in quality assurance R&D for diverse organisations; BAS Analytics, Sequani, University of London, Covance Laboratories, Smith and Nephew, and latterly as a consultant with Tower Mains, before starting a new venture at the beginning of June 2021, with The Knowlogy.

With over 20-years in Good Laboratory Practice, Good Clinical Practice specialising with laboratories, Computer Systems Validation, UK Human Tissue Act, and ISO Standards as an auditor, internal and external and implementing quality management systems.

She is a member of the Research Quality Association (where she serves on the Northern Regional Forum Committee and the GLP Committee) and the Society for Quality Assurance, from whom she has been certified as a Registered Quality Assurance Professional in GLP (RQAP-GLP). She is a qualified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Assessor and ISO 17025.

Outside of work, Cate is a keen campanologist and cyclist. She is also a charity trustee and on committees managing events to support local causes.

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Stuart Ovington
Company Director

A seasoned and strategic business leader with an extensive background in delivering remarkable results across diverse sectors such as warehouse racking, marine, wholesale, safety equipment, and retail. Stuart’s career is marked by a strong track record in formulating and executing strategic plans, driving business transformations, achieving significant sales growth, and leading team development.

Recent achievements have involved a 46% sales increase within two years, along with significant market share expansion for an industrial company and for another, streamlining operations from the merger of two companies while launching new revenue-generating innovations.

Stuart enjoys giving back to the community through my role as a volunteer mentor for The Help to Grow program. My personal interests include long-distance running, woodworking, and spending quality time with my grandson, which keep me grounded and provide a balanced perspective on life and work.

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Elaine McLachlan
Quality Consultant

Elaine has broad experience across quality assurance, especially Quality Management Systems (QMS), having worked as a quality assurance supervisor at a leading global genomic service provider. With a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences and a Master’s degree in Genomic Medicine.

Elaine career as a Molecular Biology scientist at a genomic service provider and soon took responsibility in the laboratory as part of the management team.
Leading the design, documentation and implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) in the laboratory, to comply with the requirements of ISO 17025:2017, the Human Tissue Act (HT Act), and GCLP.

Elaine is a keen musician, a singer and a pianist, passionate about classical music and musical theatre.

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About Cate’s Journey

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Cate’s career in the regulatory industry started in the Quality Control laboratory for a veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturer, before moving into quality assurance in 2000. Cate has worked in quality assurance R&D for diverse organisations; small, medium and global contract research organisations (CROs), academia, medical device R&D and start-up biotechs.

As a seasoned coach and mentor, Cate is committed to helping individuals and organisations achieve their goals through a focus on personal and professional development. She is an active member of several industry organisations, including the memberships of Research Quality Assurance (RQA) and Society of Quality Assurance (SQA), Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society and the Institute of Directors.

Cate has over 20-years in Good Laboratory Practice, Good Clinical Practice specialising with laboratories, Computer Systems Validation, UK Human Tissue Act, and ISO9001, ISO17025, ISO15189, ISO13485 standards as an auditor internal and external and implementing systems. Cate is also a member of the Research Quality Association (where she serves on the Northern Regional Forum Committee and the GLP Committee) and is the Principal Tutor for QA for GLP Course and a Tutor on The Auditing Course. QA for GLP, and the Society for Quality Assurance, from whom she has been certified as a Registered Quality Assurance Professional in GLP (RQAP-GLP). Cate is also a qualified ISO 9001 Lead Assessor and an internal auditor for ISO 17025.