December 1, 2025
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update

Volume 23, Issue 48

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

Business Intelligence in Laboratory Data Analysis

Business Intelligence revolutionizes lab operations by integrating data from multiple sources, identifying trends, and providing real-time insights. BI improves accuracy, optimizes processes, and supports informed decision-making through advanced analytics and visual dashboards—particularly valuable for service labs and production quality control. [Read More]


LabLynx Launches ELabELN: Bringing Three Decades of Lab Management Expertise to Every Laboratory

Paper-based documentation costs small labs $32,500+ annually in lost productivity plus unquantified audit and data loss risks. ELabELN delivers LabLynx's 30 years of enterprise expertise through a free, production-ready electronic lab notebook—eliminating barriers to professional documentation while establishing scalable infrastructure for inevitable growth. [Read More]


Stop Calling It Backup: Achieving Scientific Data Immortality

Modern laboratories must manage complex scientific data by implementing a strategy that goes beyond simple backup to ensure long-term integrity and compliance. A robust strategy relies on master data management (for foundation and structure), data backup (for quick, short-term recovery), data preservation (for long-term usability and active format migration), and data archiving (for immutable, long-term regulatory recordkeeping). [Read More]


Transforming Lab Operations for Smarter, Scalable Science to achieve a Digital Lab of the Future

Discover how labs are transforming from rigid legacy systems to agile, AI-powered digital environments. Explore composable architecture, machine learning insights, compliance strategies, and talent approaches accelerating scientific discovery. Modernization isn't optional—it's essential for competitive advantage in 2026. Future-proof your lab now. [Read More]


myLIMS Streamlines Daily Operations at Bem Brasil

Bem Brasil transformed their quality management by replacing manual Excel tracking with myLIMS. Results: 156,000 sheets of paper saved annually, 50% faster data tracking, real-time dashboards for agile decisions, and enhanced supplier collaboration through instant report sharing. Discover how automation drives efficiency in food production. [Read More]


Season 1, Episode 14: FAIR Data in Action: The Foundation for AI and the Future of R&D

Dive into the complexities and immense potential of FAIR data in this episode of Decoding the Digital Lab. Host Becky Stewart (CSols) is joined by expert Nick Lynch to explore why Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable data is far more than a buzzword—it's the critical backbone enabling AI, accelerating research, and transforming modern R&D. Learn how FAIR principles can unlock new value, reduce waste, and future-proof your scientific data ecosystem. [Read More]


Astrix Podcast series: The Digital Lab and Beyond Episode 1: Adoption, Readiness, and Reality: Making AI Work in Regulated Labs: Part 1

Experts tackle the messy reality of bringing AI into regulated labs. This podcast covers what actually works when implementing new technology, why collaboration makes or breaks R&D success, and the practical hurdles teams face during transitions. Real lab experience meets strategic thinking on streamlining workflows and driving adoption. [Read More]


Making Lab Data Interoperable: The “I” in FAIR Data Principles

Semaphore explores interoperability challenges in lab data management, covering why traditional LIMS often fall short on semantic standards and proprietary schemas. The article discusses ontologies, controlled vocabularies, and API integration as solutions. Standard industry perspective on FAIR principles and data exchange barriers. [Read More]


Sapio Sciences Wins Generative AI Innovation Award

Sapio Sciences' ELaiN electronic lab notebook received recognition in the 2025 BioTech Breakthrough Awards for AI integration. The platform combines generative AI with lab workflows, offering features like molecular docking, data analytics, and protocol execution. Industry award acknowledges AI-native approach to scientific documentation. [Read More]


How a LIMS Can Streamline Employee Resource Management During the Holidays

Holiday staffing challenges risk operational disruptions, compliance failures, and client dissatisfaction. A LIMS transforms resource management through automated scheduling, workload balancing, and workflow continuity—maintaining service quality and regulatory compliance with reduced staff while protecting revenue and customer relationships during peak periods. [Read More]

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