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In the simplest terms, scalability means that something can be changed in size or scale. When referring to a laboratory information management system (LIMS), scalability means the system doesn’t need to be redesigned to handle the increased workload. It can evolve with a laboratory as it has an uptick in concurrent users, the need for more storage capacity, increased sample…

It’s late in the evening and you’ve been working non-stop all day. You have one last sample to test so you can email the final report to your customer, but your screen is frozen. You know the drill. First, you try to refresh, but that only makes the screen turn black. Everyone else has gone home, so you can’t confirm…

With all that’s going on in the world and its economies today, there’s no better time for manufacturers to turn to robotics solutions. From labor shortages and inflated material costs to supply chain backups and a potential recession, manufacturers are faced with many challenges. Those manufacturers who must design, produce, and test their products in controlled laboratory environments are no…

As laboratories generate and manage more sensitive data than ever before, ensuring laboratory data privacy has become a mission-critical priority. Whether it’s patient health records, proprietary research, or regulatory compliance documentation, today’s labs are entrusted with information that must be protected at every stage—collection, storage, processing, and sharing. In an increasingly interconnected world, even a minor breach can lead to…

No matter where you stand on the impact of global warming, you can’t discount the shift in thoughts and actions to protecting the environment, addressing climate change, and pursuing sustainability. President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act on August 16, 2022, which allocates more than $300B to be invested in energy and climate reform. Not only are consumers giving…

Download PDF Cybercrime is so pervasive that new data breaches seem to scatter personal information across the internet every day. An attack can hit any organization at any time. Laboratories face a particular challenge as they balance security with collaboration. Should hackers breach a laboratory’s systems, the resulting data loss can have severe financial, legal, and reputational consequences. This guide…

In over two decades, we find the real consequences of cross-contamination in the food supply have added up. Note the following representative examples as published by Eat This, Not That!1: 1998: Fifteen million pounds of Sara Lee meat were recalled due to Listeria, infecting 101 people. This caused six miscarriages and 15 deaths. 2006: Natural Selection Foods saw bagged and…

Many research and development centers increasingly generate and process massive amounts of data. As such, because of the volume and processing of data, in addition to the advancement of technology, laboratories need to upgrade their laboratory management and technology strategies to improve operations and minimize costs. Within regulated labs, there has been a significant emphasis on data protection in recent…

Laboratory reporting is more than just data entry—it’s the cornerstone of decision-making in modern labs. Whether you’re delivering patient results, regulatory reports, or internal performance metrics, your reporting process must be fast, accurate, and audit-ready. This article explores how to optimize laboratory reporting using the latest tools, workflows, and strategies to meet the demands of today’s data-driven scientific environments. What…

Even the most experienced laboratory professionals make mistakes—but in high-stakes environments, small errors can lead to big consequences. From compromised data to regulatory violations and safety risks, human error in labs affects not only results but also reputation and compliance. Fortunately, with the right strategies and tools, reducing human error in labs is not only possible—it’s essential for long-term success.…