PerkinElmer Onesource Enhances Software to Streamline Laboratory Information Management
PerkinElmer Inc. (NYSE: PKI), a leading provider of drug discovery, life science research, and analytical solutions, today announced a 21 CFR Part 11 compliant version of its well established OneSource(r) MMS asset and maintenance management system. The OneSource MMS is a client server based relational database that allows PerkinElmer to successfully manage complex multi-vendor laboratory maintenance programs on behalf of the pharmaceutical industry, reducing maintenance costs and realizing operational efficiencies. The MMS records and reports on every maintenance transaction each laboratory asset undergoes over its lifetime, providing business leaders with the understanding to make better informed decisions.
“PerkinElmer OneSource consolidates all the essential maintenance and equipment management needs of laboratories into a complete solution to help them meet their business goals,” said Dusty Tenney, vice president and general manager of PerkinElmer Laboratory Services. “The addition of 21 CFR 11 compliance to our OneSource Maintenance Management System will help our customers streamline systems and processes to increase operational improvements, allowing them to focus on their core activities.”
In addition to asset management services, OneSource provides dedicated on-site technical resources to improve service, quality, responsiveness and equipment uptime, by reducing costs through improved productivity. These services include, repair and preventive maintenance, design and management of custom qualification documentation, equipment moves and upgrades, all consolidated under a single maintenance contract to reduce administration expenses.
PerkinElmer, Inc. is a global technology leader driving growth and innovation in Health Sciences and Industrial Sciences markets to improve the quality of life. The Company reported revenues of $1.7 billion in 2004, has 10,000 employees serving customers in more than 125 countries, and is a component of the S&P 500 Index. Additional information is available through www.perkinelmer.com or 1-877-PKI-NYSE.
