Florence eISF
What is Florence?
Florence is a secure, web-based platform for managing electronic Investigator Site Files (eISFs). It enables research teams to store, manage and access essential study documents throughout the study lifecycle.
Florence supports effective collaboration, document control, sponsor oversight and inspection readiness, while reducing reliance on paper Investigator Site Files.
How do I get started with Florence?
If you are new to Florence, follow these steps:
- Complete the required training
Complete the Florence training relevant to your role and responsibilities. - Contact your local Florence Champion
Send your training certificate to your Champion. Your Champion will create your account and assign the appropriate permissions. - Upload your required documents
Once you have access, upload your Florence training certificate, current CV, latest GCP certificate, Florence Attestation, and Signature and Handwriting Credentials form to the appropriate Training and Education binder folder.
What training do I need?
All new Florence users must complete training relevant to their role and responsibilities before access can be granted.
Training is available for:
- Study staff who upload and manage documents
- Principal and other investigators
- Monitors
- Florence Champions
What can I use Florence for?
Florence helps you manage your study documents securely, from study setup to close-out and archiving.
You can use Florence to:
- maintain your electronic Investigator Site File (eISF)
- file essential study documents
- manage document versions
- share documents with authorised study team members
- maintain delegation logs and training records
- support monitoring, audits and inspections