"Laboratory management" refers to the administration of laboratory resources, processes, and data in various areas such as research, development, quality assurance, and production. Software in the field of laboratory management typically offers features for planning, tracking, and analyzing laboratory activities, as well as for efficient resource utilization and ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
Typical functions of software in the "laboratory management" domain are:
Sample management: Capturing, tracking, and managing sample information, including sample identification, sample collection, storage location, and sample status.
Order and workflow management: Creation, tracking, and management of laboratory orders and workflows, including task assignment, scheduling, and prioritization.
Instrument and resource management: Management of laboratory instruments, equipment, and other resources, including calibration, maintenance, and availability planning.
Data management and analysis: Capture, storage, and analysis of laboratory results and data, including raw data, test results, analyses, and interpretations.
Quality control and assurance: Implementation of quality control measures and procedures, monitoring of quality standards, and compliance with regulations and guidelines.
Document management: Management of laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures, reports, and other documentation-related materials.
Audit trail and traceability: Ensuring comprehensive audit trail functionality for tracking changes, activities, and users in the laboratory.
Integration with other systems: Integration with other enterprise systems such as LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) for seamless data transfer and integration.