https://www.limsforum.com The Global Laboratory, Informatics, Medical and Science Professional Community Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:49:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.10 https://s3.limsforum.com/www.limsforum.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-LIMSforum-Fav-32x32.png https://www.limsforum.com 32 32 https://www.limsforum.com/trends-and-future-developments-in-cloud-lims-evolution-of-laboratory-data-management/108634/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trends-and-future-developments-in-cloud-lims-evolution-of-laboratory-data-management https://www.limsforum.com/trends-and-future-developments-in-cloud-lims-evolution-of-laboratory-data-management/108634/#respond Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:31:56 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=108634 A Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is software designed to efficiently manage samples and associated data in laboratories. It enables workflow automation, integration with instruments, and centralised access to quality control data. By tracking and managing samples, LIMS improves efficiency and accuracy in producing reliable results. Key tasks supported by LIMS include workflow automation, centralized quality control data storage, compliance support, reagent and lot tracking... [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/trends-and-future-developments-in-cloud-lims-evolution-of-laboratory-data-management/108634/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/the-eln-selection-process-decoded-choosing-an-electronic-lab-notebook-in-2023/108535/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-eln-selection-process-decoded-choosing-an-electronic-lab-notebook-in-2023 https://www.limsforum.com/the-eln-selection-process-decoded-choosing-an-electronic-lab-notebook-in-2023/108535/#respond Wed, 19 Jul 2023 19:36:30 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=108535 An Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) serves as a digital replacement for traditional paper laboratory notebooks, specifically designed to streamline the documentation of research, experiments, and procedures in scientific and engineering labs. In the ever-evolving landscape of laboratory management, the selection and implementation of an electronic lab notebook (ELN) solution in 2023 present exciting opportunities and potential challenges. This blog delves into the frequently asked questions you would need to go over before selecting the ELN solution that is right for your lab. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/the-eln-selection-process-decoded-choosing-an-electronic-lab-notebook-in-2023/108535/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-eln-helped-megafine-pharma-obtain-usfda-approval-for-entering-the-us-market/107986/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-logilab-eln-helped-megafine-pharma-obtain-usfda-approval-for-entering-the-us-market https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-eln-helped-megafine-pharma-obtain-usfda-approval-for-entering-the-us-market/107986/#respond Wed, 07 Jun 2023 18:58:08 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=107986 Regulatory compliance, such as adherence to 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, is of utmost importance for companies operating in regulated industries. The US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) is renowned for its rigorous and unwavering stance on manufacturing standards. One prominent aspect of regulatory compliance is 21 CFR Part 11, which specifically applies to electronic records and signatures used in FDA-regulated industries. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-eln-helped-megafine-pharma-obtain-usfda-approval-for-entering-the-us-market/107986/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/how-can-laboratory-informatics-management-systems-benefit-from-using-ai-ml/107749/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-can-laboratory-informatics-management-systems-benefit-from-using-ai-ml https://www.limsforum.com/how-can-laboratory-informatics-management-systems-benefit-from-using-ai-ml/107749/#respond Wed, 24 May 2023 18:36:24 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=107749 In today’s dynamic world of scientific research and laboratory processes, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. As technology continues to advance, so does the need for efficient & effective management of laboratory operations. Today, most laboratories have shifted from using traditional paper-based systems to lab informatics solutions to manage day to day lab processes while maintaining data integrity & compliances with a multitude of regulatory requirements. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/how-can-laboratory-informatics-management-systems-benefit-from-using-ai-ml/107749/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/why-most-eln-solutions-are-not-suitable-for-the-regulated-industry/107446/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-most-eln-solutions-are-not-suitable-for-the-regulated-industry https://www.limsforum.com/why-most-eln-solutions-are-not-suitable-for-the-regulated-industry/107446/#respond Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:42:28 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=107446 Laboratories are characterized by their diversity, as they vary significantly in terms of their function, discipline, objectives, procedures, culture, & size. For instance, an R&D lab and a QC Regulated lab may share similar disciplines but have little else in common. The uniqueness of each laboratory environment implies that generic ‘one-size-fits-all’ solutions are seldom ideal, even though laboratory software is often expected to be a perfect fit for every type of lab. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/why-most-eln-solutions-are-not-suitable-for-the-regulated-industry/107446/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries-2/107252/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries-2 https://www.limsforum.com/logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries-2/107252/#respond Tue, 11 Apr 2023 19:54:14 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=107252 Logilab ELN is a generic and dependable Laboratory Notebook application software, designed and developed by Agaram Technologies. It provides a fully configurable sheet template with a test-based workflow design to meet the needs of QA/QC and R&D operations for industries including pharmaceutical, life sciences, biopharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, environmental, food, feed, milling, and dairy. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries-2/107252/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/why-regulated-labs-are-hesitant-to-switch-to-paperless-solutions/107189/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-regulated-labs-are-hesitant-to-switch-to-paperless-solutions https://www.limsforum.com/why-regulated-labs-are-hesitant-to-switch-to-paperless-solutions/107189/#respond Wed, 05 Apr 2023 14:50:28 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=107189 Although some labs may opt to record their experiments on paper, or have personnel keep track of ordering information manually, these methods are outdated and have several limitations. The practice of using paper notebooks and records is still prevalent in labs, with some labs finding it more comfortable due to all their procedures being developed around legacy systems such as excel sheets, PDFs & paper based lab notebooks. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/why-regulated-labs-are-hesitant-to-switch-to-paperless-solutions/107189/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-2/107078/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-2 https://www.limsforum.com/gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-2/107078/#respond Tue, 28 Mar 2023 20:43:57 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=107078 Cloud computing brings a number of attributes that require major attention when it comes to trusting the system. There are three major potential threats in cloud computing, namely, security, privacy, and trust. Security plays a critical role in the current era of long dreamed vision of computing as a utility. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-2/107078/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/things-to-consider-while-choosing-a-lims-solution-in-2023/106872/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=things-to-consider-while-choosing-a-lims-solution-in-2023 https://www.limsforum.com/things-to-consider-while-choosing-a-lims-solution-in-2023/106872/#respond Tue, 21 Mar 2023 20:17:24 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=106872 In today’s global scientific community, laboratories worldwide are recognizing the importance and necessity of implementing a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The implementation of a LIMS provides a plethora of advantages to laboratories, including the ability to eliminate paper records, reduce human error, increase precision, streamline data management, improve efficiency, and automate processes. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/things-to-consider-while-choosing-a-lims-solution-in-2023/106872/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-1/106609/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-1 https://www.limsforum.com/gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-1/106609/#respond Tue, 14 Mar 2023 20:33:21 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=106609 GxP is a general abbreviation for the "Good Practice" quality guidelines and regulations. The “G” stands for Good "x" stands for various fields, including the pharmaceutical, life-sciences, agricultural, clinical, laboratory, manufacturing and food industries. The purpose of the guidelines is to ensure that the regulated organizations comply with the standard processes of various functions. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/gxp-data-integrity-for-cloud-apps-part-1/106609/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims-2/106424/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims-2 https://www.limsforum.com/rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims-2/106424/#respond Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:58:12 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=106424 Although laboratory information management software (LIMS) automatically brings plenty of unique benefits to laboratories, like any technology, they become obsolete over time. Inevitably, a better version of it will be made available after multiple iterations, which will make it necessary to upgrade it in the future. [Read  More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims-2/106424/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries/106406/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries https://www.limsforum.com/logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries/106406/#respond Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:33:52 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=106406 Logilab ELN is a generic and dependable Laboratory Notebook application software, designed and developed by Agaram Technologies. It provides a fully configurable sheet template with a test-based workflow design to meet the needs of QA/QC and R&D operations for industries including pharmaceutical, life sciences, biopharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, environmental, food, feed, milling, and dairy. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/logilab-eln-and-its-applications-across-industries/106406/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-eln-simplifies-data-capture-result-entry-reporting/106262/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-logilab-eln-simplifies-data-capture-result-entry-reporting https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-eln-simplifies-data-capture-result-entry-reporting/106262/#respond Tue, 28 Feb 2023 21:04:14 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=106262 Test result entry and report generation are two important aspects of laboratory operations. Unfortunately, it is the dire reality that many labs struggle to get both done. Agaram Technologies’ Logilab ELN provides a more efficient way to execute & automate test result entry & report generation in the lab. Here’s a quick overview of how result entry and reporting become easier with Logilab ELN implemented. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-eln-simplifies-data-capture-result-entry-reporting/106262/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/how-qualis-lims-helps-laboratories-to-fulfill-iso-15189-requirements/106128/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-qualis-lims-helps-laboratories-to-fulfill-iso-15189-requirements https://www.limsforum.com/how-qualis-lims-helps-laboratories-to-fulfill-iso-15189-requirements/106128/#respond Wed, 22 Feb 2023 13:55:22 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=106128 ISO 15189 is an international standard, prepared the International Organization for Standardization (popularly referred to as ISO, which brings together a worldwide federation of national standardization bodies to formulate standards), that specifies requirements for competence and quality that are specific for medical laboratories to meet both the technical competence and management system requirements necessary for delivering consistent technically valid results. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/how-qualis-lims-helps-laboratories-to-fulfill-iso-15189-requirements/106128/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims/106054/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims https://www.limsforum.com/rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims/106054/#respond Tue, 14 Feb 2023 22:19:02 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=106054 Although laboratory information management software (LIMS) automatically brings plenty of unique benefits to laboratories, like any technology, they become obsolete over time. Inevitably, a better version of it will be made available after multiple iterations, which will make it necessary to upgrade it in the future. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/rationale-for-companies-to-upgrade-their-lims/106054/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/105957-2/105957/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=105957-2 https://www.limsforum.com/105957-2/105957/#respond Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:18:23 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=105957 In pretty much all laboratories, data capture from different types of instruments plays a vital role in their operations in terms of quality and compliance with requirements, standards and regulations. Traditionally, lab personnel recorded instrument data manually. But as the number of instruments used started to increase, and the volume of instrument data generated started to exponentially increase, human errors arising in the process of manual recording became inevitable. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/105957-2/105957/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/challenges-in-the-digital-transformation-of-laboratories/105882/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=challenges-in-the-digital-transformation-of-laboratories https://www.limsforum.com/challenges-in-the-digital-transformation-of-laboratories/105882/#respond Tue, 31 Jan 2023 21:34:59 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=105882 Digital transformation is a process that aims to improve an organization by implementing and practicing significant changes to its processes through combinations of information, computing, communication, and connecting technologies. Digital transformation only happens when the management recognizes the strategic importance of making profound organizational changes to the company that is customer-driven rather than technology-driven. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/challenges-in-the-digital-transformation-of-laboratories/105882/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/compliance-with-21-cfr-part-11-strategies-and-practices/105786/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=compliance-with-21-cfr-part-11-strategies-and-practices https://www.limsforum.com/compliance-with-21-cfr-part-11-strategies-and-practices/105786/#respond Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:09:02 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=105786 Compliance with  US FDA’s 21 CFR Part 11 Regulations is very critical for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. However, there are some grey areas that companies often face when they try to comply with  21 CFR Part 11. There is a common opinion or perception that we have seen where many companies think they are complying (often due to misunderstanding the requirements), but in reality, they are not. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/compliance-with-21-cfr-part-11-strategies-and-practices/105786/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/benefits-of-lims-to-different-types-of-lab-users/105689/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=benefits-of-lims-to-different-types-of-lab-users https://www.limsforum.com/benefits-of-lims-to-different-types-of-lab-users/105689/#respond Wed, 18 Jan 2023 15:36:30 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=105689 Selecting a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for any lab is usually not a simple decision. There are different types of stakeholders i.e. users of the system, who expect LIMS to fulfill different requirements as each of them uses it for different purposes. Understanding and implementing the suggestions and requirements of all user groups provides increased value to a lab. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/benefits-of-lims-to-different-types-of-lab-users/105689/feed/ 0 https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-sdms-helps-laboratories-to-enable-eudralex-annex-11-compliance-part-3/105623/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-logilab-sdms-helps-laboratories-to-enable-eudralex-annex-11-compliance-part-3 https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-sdms-helps-laboratories-to-enable-eudralex-annex-11-compliance-part-3/105623/#respond Wed, 11 Jan 2023 19:47:57 +0000 https://www.limsforum.com/?p=105623 This annex applies to all forms of computerised systems used as part of a GMP regulated activities. A computerised system is a set of software and hardware components which together fulfill certain functionalities. The application should be validated; IT infrastructure should be qualified. Where a computerised system replaces a manual operation, there should be no resultant decrease in product quality, process control or quality assurance. There should be no increase in the overall risk of the process. [Read More]]]> https://www.limsforum.com/how-logilab-sdms-helps-laboratories-to-enable-eudralex-annex-11-compliance-part-3/105623/feed/ 0