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Lab automation has revolutionized workflows, driving efficiency and reducing manual errors. While the benefits are clear, these advancements also introduce new challenges around maintaining robust data integrity. Gaps in system integration, cybersecurity risks, and regulatory compliance obstacles can compromise the accuracy and reliability of your lab’s critical data. Inconsistent system connections can disrupt the flow […]

Improving your lab’s quality control involves incorporating both quality and operational excellence. The quality of results is crucial for ensuring accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance, while operational excellence emphasizes the optimization of workflows and maximizing efficiency. Both aspects are essential for a well-functioning lab, requiring a thoughtful and comprehensive approach. To achieve this, integrating automation […]

According to the United Nations, over 400 million tonnes of plastic are produced each year. Out of that number, life science labs are responsible for about five million tonnes of plastic, or around 1.8% of the yearly plastic produced. Unfortunately, the implication paints a startling picture of the future. However, plastic has been the industry-wide […]

Automation as a solution may feel like a hassle. However, one study published by the National Institute of Health (NIH) found that 89% of articles featured a manual protocol with an automated alternative. Additionally, more labs have caught onto the efficiency of automation, as publications citing robotics or automation as a resource have risen 25 […]

With increasingly complex processes and escalating productivity demands, labs can’t afford to make mistakes. Automation solutions are key to reducing lab errors, minimizing wastage and turnaround times, and helping labs keep running smoothly in a competitive environment. So, how exactly does automation prevent errors in laboratories? Common Types of Laboratory Errors First, let’s be clear […]

The modern lab is an interconnected place. This is, in no small part, due to the availability of robust orchestration software. These systems enable lab managers to automate data transfer between instruments while centralizing device control and monitoring. The benefits depend on the extent and effectiveness of your integration. But it is a tried-and-tested method […]

Is your laboratory working at peak efficiency? Given the number of activities involved, lab workflows can be difficult to fully optimize from end to end. This is especially true if you are considering efficiency retroactively. In an ideal scenario, lab workflow management begins during experimental planning and runs throughout experiment execution. This minimizes data errors, […]

Automation is a core part of the modern lab, accelerating experimental processes, enabling cost savings, reducing errors, and more. Achieving these benefits requires investment, not just in implementation costs, but also in the integration of various instruments, software, and protocols. While scheduling focuses on optimizing tasks within individual workcells, lab orchestration plays a pivotal role […]

Managing a laboratory can be a complex and challenging task. The effectiveness of laboratory operations hinges on optimal resource utilization, adherence to quality control and safety procedures, and efficient data management. A laboratory information management system (LIMS) is a pivotal tool for handling these aspects precisely. It helps in organizing data, managing samples, automating workflows, […]

Lab automation has revolutionized the way scientific research and diagnostics are conducted. By integrating sophisticated tools and software, this technology streamlines workflows, improves accuracy, and enhances laboratory efficiency. Automated systems handle repetitive tasks, allowing researchers to focus on experimental design, data interpretation, and collaboration. In diagnostics, automation enables faster and more precise results, benefiting patients […]