How a LIMS-based cost recovery model can improve operational efficiencies and resource utilization

Reporting from two recent laboratory informatics conferences, Gloria Metrick shares her insights into choosing the best informatics product to suit a particular labs needs and how some issues are evolving.

LIMS may be processor workflow-oriented, industry-oriented, or incorporate aspects of both.

How one LC column manufacturer used a scientific data management system to decrease operational costs and accelerate product delivery.

In order to address the need for a quick and easy-to-use method of oligo optimization, Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) offers the SciTools suite of free, online oligo analysis and design tools.

Even though the exploration and analysis of large data sets can be challenging, the active use of visualization techniques can provide a powerful way of identifying important structures and patterns very quickly.

Two different laboratory software projects illustrate the tasks and issues involved in "going paperless."

Reaping the integration benefits of enterprise-level laboratory information management systems.