Information communication technology LIMS Laboratory Information Management Systems

Information communication technology

LIMS • Laboratory Information Management Systems are information management systems designed specifically for the analytical laboratory. • Typically, LIMS connect the analytical instruments in the lab to one or more workstations or PCs.

• Instruments such as chromatographs are used to collect data. • An instrument interface such as an integrator is used to forward the data from the chromatograph to the PC. • The data is organized into meaningful information. • This information is sorted and organized into various report formats based upon the type of report required. • A full-featured LIMS will manage the various lab data from sample log-in to reporting the results.

STARLIMS • LIMS systems have now moved out of the laboratory and on to the desktops of laboratory data consumers, such as research personnel, process engineers, satellite laboratories and field workers.

Similar products • Qubix LMS for Windows • manages every stage in the processing of samples in a materials testing laboratory, from initial sampling to disposal • Designed specifically for Construction Industry Laboratories, our Laboratory Management System was launched in 1991. LMS is used by Asphalt, Concrete and Aggregate Producers, Contractors, Consulting Engineers and Independent Test Houses. LMS is used by more than 50% of the County and Regional Councils across the United Kingdom

LAMS • Laboratory Animal management System • LAMS is a record keeping system originally designed for a breeding colony of transgenic mice, but could also be used for the records of other species.

• DNA LIMS – The Scottish DNA database. • i. Passport QMS – Designed for Pathology labs. • Matware - Designed for the Materials Testing laboratory environment.