Austin, Texas – September 22, 2026 -- Oracle has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Life Sciences R&D RWD/RWE for Data Platforms, Technology Solutions, and Consulting Services 2026 Vendor Assessment, according to a report published by IDC in August 2026 (Doc #US54122226).
IDC cites Oracle's four-decade track record in real-world data and evidence solutions
The MarketScape credits Oracle with delivering RWD/RWE solutions for over 40 years and aggregating real-world electronic health record data for nearly two decades through its health system network. Oracle expanded its RWD platform following its 2022 acquisition of Cerner and launched a next-generation AI-powered life sciences platform in 2026. The report states Oracle works with every major pharmaceutical company.
Oracle Learning Health Network supplies 122 million patient records across 255 health systems
Oracle Life Sciences Data Intelligence integrates customer-supplied data with Oracle Health Real-World Data, comprising more than 122 million de-identified, representative patient records generated through the Oracle Learning Health Network, which spans over 255 health systems. Data was pulled from Oracle Health Data Intelligence as of May 2026, using distinct person IDs and a multipoint match algorithm to remove duplicates within a single health system.
AI agents automate cohort identification, safety signal detection and regulatory submission support
The IDC report notes Oracle offers out-of-the-box and customizable AI agents for natural language querying, cohort identification, synthetic control arm generation, health economics and outcomes research, safety signal detection, and regulatory submission support. Dr. Nimita Limaye, research vice president for Life Sciences R&D Strategy & Technology at IDC, said Oracle brings together real-world data, technology, and scientific and regulatory expertise within an integrated offering that supports organizations across multiple stages of the research lifecycle.
Seema Verma, executive vice president and general manager of Oracle Health and Life Sciences, said the company's domain expertise combined with investments in AI and real-world data helps life sciences organizations make more informed decisions. The recognition coincides with the Oracle Health and Life Sciences Summit, held September 22-24, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.