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LIMS: The Solution to Managing Your Laboratory Workflow

A Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) tracks, records, and reports samples and scientific data consistently. The primary function of this software is to provide a precise level of tracking to help labs follow standard procedures, best practices, environmental regulations, and more. The system is a configurable interface and workflow that lets your staff add and modify chemical or biological tests without the need for additional programming. This software is the perfect solution for efficiently tracking all your lab’s tasks and activities

Workflow Functionality with LIMS

LIMS, the laboratory workflow management software, enables your lab to manage laboratory operations and optimize laboratory workflow effectively. Staff can input data such as date, time, location, sample size, sample source, and so onto the software system. LIMS stores any related information about the test. Any laboratory data that goes through the software’s database will receive intuitive and visual feedback on the state of the sample. Your staff can track and trace the data and be alerted to any issues.

LIMS improves laboratory operations by monitoring inputs, tracking samples, and producing accurate results.

This software improves efficiency within the laboratory system by ensuring work is being completed in a controlled and consistent process. Some ways this platform help manage your laboratory workflow include: 

• Meeting compliance regulations 
• Will standardize workflows 
• Reduce human errors 
• Test samples efficiently 
• Simplify difficult or risky procedures 
• Reduce training time 
• Equipment management 
• Inventory and reagent management 
• Ensures processes are performed with high levels of consistency, integrity, and quality.

BTSOFT Makes Managing Your Laboratory Workflow Easier

With so much information to keep track of, running a lab can be hard, but it doesn’t have to be. ALPACA LIMS makes operating your lab easier. Our software will provide the greatest impact in improving the accuracy and efficiency of your laboratory workflow. If you deal with large amounts of data and samples, our product will increase your lab productivity and will simplify the process of sample management. To learn more, check out our products and schedule a demo!

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What is a NELAP Audit and Why is it Necessary?

The NELAC Institute (TNI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to foster the generation of environmental data of known and documented quality through an open, inclusive, and transparent process that is responsive to the needs of the community. Its vision is a true national accreditation program, whereby all entities involved in the generation of environmental measurement data within the United States are accredited to one uniform, rigorous, and robust program that has been implemented consistently nationwide and focuses on the technical competence of the entity pursuing accreditation. To do so, the institute operates the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (NELAP) sends auditors to visit facilities, laboratories, and worksites to determine how well they comply with government and local regulations. This audit process includes:    

• Interviewing lab representatives 
• Reviewing records and reports 
• Collecting samples 
• Taking photographs 
• Observing operations 

How to Prepare for a NELAP Audit

There are many reasons for auditors to show up at your laboratory, but no matter the reason, your lab must be adequately prepared. NELAP auditors typically look for certain key factors. Does your lab workspace and area have hazardous materials? How are the laboratories maintained? Do your employees have certain responsibilities for a specific area and are they aware of these responsibilities? Where do you store your paperwork? Can you find certain documents when asked? Is everything organized within the laboratory or facility?    

The first thing you need to do is determine the status of your lab, research, and identify any operational gaps so you can address them. Conducting these audits regularly helps determine any compliance gaps. This includes staying organized and having all documents and records available that are current, accurate and up to date. Make sure you prepare your team and staff for the audit and let them know what will be required of them. Let them familiarize themselves with questions that may be asked, including where to find and access documents and records.  

Preparing for a NELAP audit should be an ongoing practice. Your lab should always be prepared to ensure its compliance with regulations.  

Achieve a NELAP Accredited Laboratory

Preparing your lab for a NELAP audit can be intimidating and overwhelming. Oftentimes lab directors and chemists have too many responsibilities on their plate and cannot take hours out of their schedule to navigate through extensive amounts of detail that go into an audit. But with BTSOFT’s Laboratory Information Management System Software (ALPACA LIMS), the process is much faster and easier.     

ALPACA LIMS automates workflow, simplifies processes, and improves productivity. This software can help prepare for a NELAP audit by ensuring efficient quality management and automating processes that support compliance. ALPCA LIMS can handle multiple data systems while allowing a smooth and automated workflow for all laboratory processes. This allows labs to manage samples, studies, documents, staff training, protect data, and much more! Contact us today to learn more about ALAPCA LIMS. 

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