Overview
Mendeley Data, an integral component of the Elsevier Research Intelligence ecosystem, is a cloud-native repository designed to facilitate the storage, sharing, and publication of research datasets according to FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable) principles. As of 2026, it has evolved into a sophisticated platform leveraging machine learning for automated metadata enrichment and intelligent cross-referencing with global academic literature via Scopus and ScienceDirect. The technical architecture supports a wide array of scientific file formats, providing researchers with permanent Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) for their datasets, ensuring long-term citability and compliance with global funding mandates. Its market position is unique, serving both as a free tool for individual researchers and a robust 'Data-as-a-Service' (DaaS) solution for institutions that require enterprise-grade governance, private collaborative environments, and comprehensive data management planning (DMP) integration. The platform's ability to handle multi-terabyte datasets while maintaining high availability and rigorous security standards makes it a cornerstone for modern data-driven scientific discovery and institutional audit readiness.