Invitation to Bid: Laboratory Information Management System for the Illinois Emergency Management Agency
Solicitation #: 24-588IEMA-MGMTA-B-37523
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is “seeking a qualified vendor to provide a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) laboratory information management system (LIMS) to support the radiochemistry laboratory’s environmental monitoring and emergency response programs.” See the bid documents for more information.…
Registered data-centered lab management system based on data ownership security architecture
"Islands" of information and data that are dispersed across an organization irregularly can lead to inefficiencies in workflows and missed opportunities to improve or expand the organization. This statement also holds true for college and university laboratories, who equally must face down issues with untimely data, lackadaisical data security, and ownership-related issues. Zheng et al. tackle this issue with their data-ownership-based security architecture, presented in this journal article published in Electronics. After providing an introduction and related work, the authors provide in-depth details of the methodology used to develop their secure lab data management architecture, followed by example cases using four different algorithms to find the most suitable solution for authorized encryption and decryption of shared data across the proposed system., which allows "relevant units, universities, and laboratories to encrypt data with public keys and upload them to the data register center to form a data directory." They conclude "that the proposed strategy is secure and efficient for lab data sharing across [multiple] domains."
Request for Proposals: Cyanotoxin Laboratory Analytical Services
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“The State of New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services(NHDES), Drinking Water and Groundwater Bureau, invite the submission of qualifications and cost proposals to perform laboratory analytical services as necessary to identify and quantify cyanotoxins. Analysis shall be by US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved or accepted methods, or other methods as specified/authorized by NHDES.…
Request for Proposals: Lab Services for Water & Wastewater Analysis
Solicitation #: WA-24-01
“The Louisa County Water Authority, hereinafter referred to as the Authority invites qualified and licensed labs to submit proposals for conducting wastewater sample analyses and other related work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Request for Proposal.…
Invitation to Bid: Water Main Crew Line – Bacteriological Sample Collection & Testing
Solicitation #: ITB-23B-185-0-2023/SLC
“Marion County Utilities (“MCU”) is soliciting licensed and qualified contractor for work defined herein in support of an MCU-staffed crew for public water main installation projects.” Log-in required to view more details in the bid document.
Due date: 03 August 2023, 3:00 p.m.…
Request for Proposals: Water and Wastewater Laboratory Analysis Services
Solicitation #: Unknown
“Tualatin Valley Water District (District) invites qualified laboratories to submit proposals for the District’s needs related to drinking water analyses and overall Laboratory Analysis Services for the remainder of the District’s 2023-2025 biennium with the possibility to extend for two additional biennia and amend the contact for future laboratory needs.”…
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 21, Issue 31
August 3, 2023 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 21, Issue 31 In This Issue Featured Books Justifying LIMS Acquisition and Deployment within Your Organization Featured Content Moving Beyond the Happy Path: 5 Key Considerations for a Successful LIMS ImplementationLabs that are implementing a laboratory information management system (LIMS) generally start with “happy path” use cases. These ideal or expected workflows represent the most efficient, smoothest route to complete a task. But a system that only meets these straightforward requirements will quickly run into trouble in a production environment. Experienced LIMS implementers know it’s also critical to support unexpected events.…Moving Beyond the Happy Path: 5 Key Considerations for a Successful LIMS Implementation
Labs that are implementing a laboratory information management system (LIMS) generally start with “happy path” use cases. These ideal or expected workflows represent the most efficient, smoothest route to complete a task. But a system that only meets these straightforward requirements will quickly run into trouble in a production environment. Experienced LIMS implementers know it’s also critical to support unexpected events. [Read More]
How LIMS Integration and Connectivity Benefit Labs
Laboratory information management systems (LIMS) are essential for managing data and information in modern laboratories. However, LIMS doesn't work in isolation, it needs to communicate with other systems, such as laboratory instruments, manufacturing and production systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and other software applications. The LabLynx LabVia family of products provides a pathway for LIMS integrations and connectivity, both physical and programming. [Read More]
Where to Start When Consolidating LIMS Technologies
If you’re reading this blog post, you’ve already reached the conclusion that you need to simplify your informatics footprint. We know that maintenance of the different systems and instances can grow out of control and be a logistical nightmare. Not to mention the siloed information within those systems that hold your organization back from making the best business decisions. So, consolidation of your laboratory information management system (LIMS) technologies seems like the best solution. [Read More]
Keep Your Automated Chain of Custody Secure with SampleVision
A secure sample collection process is essential for accurate results and maintaining quality control in any lab. Implementing a secure chain of custody features can have a wide range of benefits for laboratories and research institutions. Chains of custody are intended to document the steps that samples are subjected to, and who performed those steps, from the start of a project through the development and reporting of the findings related to that sample. [Read More]
Out-of-Date Lab Tech Means Management Challenges
Planning for product replacement is part of laboratory management and this article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using what some would call out of date software. Effective planning for product life cycles and the use of informatics tools like a LIMS can keep valuable data available for use and protect your lab's budget from unexpected expenditures. [Read More]
Request for Proposals: Electronic Medical Record Software for Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Solicitation #: 719682
“Michigan State University (MSU) is requesting proposals for an electronic medical record software (EMR) for its College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM). The request for proposal (RFP) process outlined in this document will be used to find a partner whose vision is aligned with CVM’s, and who will work with the department to create, deploy, and continue to enhance the capabilities envisioned.”…
LIMS in Germany
In recent years, Germany emerged as the leader in the European LIMS market. The rising demand for lab automation in Germany has led to the adoption of LIMS. The push towards industry 4.0 has created the demand for modern technologically advanced solutions such as QLIMS. OnQ Software with over 30 years of experience in the field, offers a powerful solution for diverse industries. [Read More]
Request for Proposals: 1,2,3 – Trichloropropane (TCP) Analytical Services
Solicitation #: None
“The City of Bakersfield [California], Water Resources Department (‘City’) desires to enter into an agreement with one or more water analytical firms (‘Laboratory’) which will provide City with 1,2,3 – Trichloropropane (‘TCP’) analytical services.”
Due date: 01 August 2023, 3:00 p.m.…
Webinar: Unlocking University Labs: How to Enhance Usage, Profitability, and Efficiency
“The right management tools are key to driving university lab efficiency, usage, and profitability. Learn how to cut back on administrative costs and save time so you can do more of what really matters—research and education. Discover resources that allow you to 1) meet the needs of the lab and its users, 2) increase lab profitability, and 3) fulfill state and department requirements
During the webinar, we will dive into practical methods for increasing the accessibility of your lab, enabling you to serve a wider range of users without adding extra administrative workload.…
