Sample management is <\/em>central to many laboratory processes. It is not just about physically handling samples; it’s about efficient, traceable, error-free documentation of all data and processes. A laboratory information management system (LIMS)<\/strong> helps laboratories to digitize and automate the entire sample workflow.<\/em> In this blog article, we give you a detailed view <\/em>of the path of a sample in a LIMS – from capture and registration to release – and show you how a LIMS optimizes work in the laboratory.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n In our video tutorial<\/strong>, we show step by step how a sample is processed in LIMS – from initial registration to final release. The video is exclusively available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube<\/strong>. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers.<\/p> More Information<\/a> <\/div> In a typical manufacturing company, every product undergoes several quality checks. A sample’s journey begins with registration in the LIMS. Each sample is recorded and assigned a unique identifier, which forms the basis for overall traceability. This identification is usually automated, e.g. via a barcode scanner that generates a sample ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The system stores important information such as sample type, sampling date, associated projects, and responsible employees. This clear entry ensures that no data is lost and that the sample can be clearly assigned at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After registration, the sample is automatically assigned to the corresponding analyses and tests. This is based on predefined rules that consider, for example, the sample type, the scope of analysis, or customer-specific requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A modern LIMS makes it possible to design the entire process flexibly:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These automated task allocations minimize communication effort and sources of error, and ensure a clear structure. Not only are the required resources drastically reduced, but data quality and data integrity also improve significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The real added value of a LIMS becomes apparent only when it integrates seamlessly into the laboratory’s existing equipment environment. As soon as the samples are assigned to the analyses, data acquisition begins. This is where a LIMS comes into its own: It integrates seamlessly into the laboratory’s equipment environment. Analysis devices such as balances, spectrometers, chromatographs, or other measuring instruments can connect directly to the LIMS, so measurement results flow into the system in real time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Advantages of this data integration:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The LIMS ensures that no intermediate steps are necessary and that all information is recorded digitally in one system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once analyses are complete, the testing and approval process begins. Based on defined criteria and limit values, the system decides whether to release the sample, retest it, or initiate appropriate measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A LIMS offers numerous options for efficiently organizing the sample workflow:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The entire history of a sample – from registration to release – is fully documented. This facilitates audits and ensures maximum transparency and data integrity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A LIMS is more than just software – it is the central tool for structuring and automating sample processes. From the first contact with the sample to the final release, a LIMS ensures maximum efficiency, data integrity, and transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The solution lets the laboratory focus on its core tasks by automating routine processes and reducing potential errors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Real-Time Data is Key to Quality Assurance and Better Decisions Sample management is central to many laboratory processes. It is not just about physically handling samples; it’s about efficient, traceable, error-free documentation of all data and processes. A laboratory information management system (LIMS) helps laboratories to digitize and automate the entire sample workflow. 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\n\n\n\nVideo tutorial: Experience the Sample Workflow in LIMS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nThe Sample Workflow – Step by Step<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
1. Sample Registration: <\/strong>The first Step towards Traceability<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
2. Assignment of Analyses: <\/strong><\/strong>The Next Step in the Workflow<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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3. Data Acquisition and Integration: From the Device to the System<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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4. Inspection and Approval Process: Automated and Traceable<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Conclusion: The Path to Efficiency and Transparency<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n