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A Laboratory Information Management System helps food safety labs reduce contamination risk by standardizing workflows, enforcing chain of custody, tracking consumables and instruments, and providing auditable data for regulatory compliance. This guide explains how a LIMS supports contamination control and offers practical steps to implement it well. Reading time: 9 to 12 minutes Table of Contents Why Cross Contamination Matters…

When environmental disasters strike, laboratories are among the first and most vital lines of defense. From chemical spills and oil leaks to train derailments and industrial accidents, environmental disaster response labs play a crucial role in assessing damage, guiding cleanup efforts, and protecting public health. These specialized labs operate at the intersection of emergency response and science, providing rapid, accurate…

Every day, pharmaceutical laboratories generate staggering amounts of data from research, development, manufacturing, and quality assurance activities. This information is crucial for ensuring drug safety, regulatory compliance, and market competitiveness. However, the sheer volume and complexity of pharmaceutical data make it difficult to interpret using traditional methods. While a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) provides a structured way to collect,…

Laboratory operations across industries vary greatly, and it’s evident that a single solution won’t work for everyone. Whether it’s clinical research, pharmaceutical development, chemical testing, or food and beverage quality assurance, each sector has its own unique requirements for managing workflows, ensuring compliance, and optimizing productivity. A Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that offers customization becomes crucial in helping labs…

Animal feed quality control testing is a critical component of global food safety and agricultural productivity. The quality of animal feed directly impacts livestock health, growth rates, and productivity, and ultimately influences the safety and nutritional value of the meat, dairy, eggs, and other products consumed by people. Contaminated or nutritionally imbalanced feed can lead to disease outbreaks, reduced production…

Laboratories generate and rely on enormous volumes of data—sample records, experimental notes, test results, inventory logs, and compliance documentation. Yet many labs still manage this critical information with outdated tools, from pen-and-paper records to scattered spreadsheets. While these older methods may feel familiar, they introduce significant inefficiencies, errors, and compliance risks. Modern solutions like Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and…

In the world of gold mining, operational efficiency is paramount. Massive capital investment in equipment, harsh environmental conditions, and the remote nature of mining operations make downtime not just a nuisance, but a significant financial liability. Among the most promising tools in the predictive maintenance arsenal today is AI-powered oil analysis, a technology that offers insight into machine health long…

As laboratories face increasing pressure to do more with less—less time, fewer resources, and tighter compliance standards—investing in laboratory informatics has become not just a strategic advantage, but a business imperative. From pharmaceutical labs to environmental testing facilities, the return on investment (ROI) for laboratory informatics solutions such as Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs), and integrated…

Laboratories are vital to scientific and industrial advancement, yet many lab operations are surprisingly resource-intensive. According to the University of Calgary’s Sustainable Labs program, laboratories can use up to 10 times more energy and four times more water than typical office spaces of the same size. When multiplied across thousands of labs worldwide, the environmental cost is staggering. As sustainability…

What is a LIMS and ELN, and how do you know which to use? Laboratory automation expert Joe Liscouski reviews the two informatics applications and delves into discussion on which to use when.…