September 8, 2025
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update

Volume 23, Issue 36

 

In This Issue

 Featured Books

When is an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) a Good Choice for Your Lab?

Choosing the right lab management solution is crucial for efficiency and compliance. An Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) can streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and improve data security—but is it the best fit for your lab? Explore key factors to consider when deciding if an ELN aligns with your lab’s needs and how it can optimize your operations. [Free Download]

 Featured Content

Understanding Electronic Records: Why They Matter for Every Lab

In today’s digital world, data is the lifeblood of every laboratory business. However, it’s not just the data itself that matters. It’s how that data is stored, tracked, and managed over time as electronic records. While they’re often discussed in the context of regulatory compliance, electronic records are fundamental to running an efficient, high-quality lab, whether the lab is regulated or not. [Read More]


The ISO 17025 Advantage: Your Blueprint for a Compliant, High-Performing Lab

Discover how a globally recognized accreditation can transform lab operations by boosting credibility, reducing costly errors, and ensuring international acceptance of results. Learn why adopting these standards is not just about compliance, it is about building trust and driving lasting success. [Read More]


Top 10 Validation Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making

This blog post outlines ten common mistakes made during a Computer System Validation (CSV) project, such as having an inadequate validation plan or poor documentation. The article offers guidance on how to avoid these errors to ensure a successful CSV project and prevent negative consequences like FDA warning letters or plant shutdowns. [Read More]


ISO Compliance in Digital Labs: How to Ensure Quality and Traceability

Compliance with ISO standards is an essential requirement for labs to ensure quality, technical competence, and process safety. In an increasingly digital landscape, adopting appropriate technologies can be the key to not only meeting requirements but also optimizing operations and reducing errors. This article explores how digital labs can ensure compliance with ISO standards, specifically ISO 17025 and ISO 9001. [Read More]


AI-Powered Sample Management

Sapio simplifies one of the toughest challenges for research and diagnostics labs: managing samples efficiently and reliably. By unifying full sample lineage, real-time visibility, and compliance in one configurable platform, Sapio helps labs improve decision-making and scale with confidence. [Read More]


Decoding the Digital Lab With CSols: Season 1, Episode 9: AI as a Human Assistant in R&D

This episode explores the transformative impact of AI on research and development (R&D). Host Alex Chronis and guest Brandon Henning from STARLIMS discuss how AI can serve as a "human assistant," accelerating the analysis of massive datasets and automating repetitive tasks—ultimately making the job of a scientist more enjoyable and efficient. [Read More]


Top 10 Ways the Right Lab Management System Can Save Your Laboratory Money

Unlock how the right lab management system can shrink costs and supercharge efficiency. Learn how smart inventory tracking prevents waste, automated workflows reduce staffing and IT expenses, and faster turnaround times increase capacity while safeguarding compliance and supporting scalable growth. [Read More]

 Upcoming Webinars

09/25/2025 - LIMS Launchpad Series: Episode #3 - Automations & Integrations


09/17/2025 - Astrix Webinar – From BPMN to Knowledge Graph: Enabling FAIR Data and AI-Ready Audit Trails in Modern LIMS

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