Semaphore Solutions

11/29/2023

Ready to take your Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) lab to new heights? Scaling up involves more than just adding equipment! Check out our latest blog post for a comprehensive guide on successfully expanding your lab operations.

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Successfully scaling a next-generation sequencing (NGS) lab takes careful preparation. Myriad complexities are involved, any of which could cause delays and extra expense. For some labs, scaling up means hiring more staff and ordering more consumables, or even acquiring additional physical space to....

10/03/2023

Learn why tracking entities and workflows is critical for accurate results, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. In this post we explore six key areas, from entity mapping to ongoing optimization, ensuring your LIMS is tailored to your lab's unique needs. https://hubs.li/Q0249rnd0

A laboratory information management system (LIMS) can provide tremendous value to a lab. It can enhance efficiency and productivity, improve data quality, save time, and ensure compliance with traceability and auditability. However, to get the best return on investment, you need to ensure that it’...

09/05/2023

In our last post, we shared four ways to ensure your cloud-based LIMS keeps patient data safe.

In this post, we take a closer look at other ways to keep data secure, including data backups, disaster recovery plans, and security audits. Read to learn more about the things you should thoroughly cover with your IT team or potential LIMS vendors.

Busy labs collect an incredible amount of data every day. From patient and sample data and test results to information about equipment, reagents, and personnel, data is the foundation of the lab business. So safeguarding this valuable data — maintaining its security and ensuring it is always acces...

08/22/2023

If your lab is considering using a cloud-based LIMS, you should know that cloud solutions can be just as secure as on-premise systems — as long as they are set up correctly.

In this post, we’ll explore the benefits of a cloud-based LIMS and the measures labs can implement to maintain the privacy of sensitive patient information.

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Cloud-based laboratory information management systems (LIMS) are highly scalable and conveniently accessible. They handle automatic updates and patches so that the software is always current. Plus, they provide state-of-the-art security to ensure sensitive patient data doesn’t fall into the wrong ...

08/07/2023

In our latest post, we discuss what FAIR data principles are, the benefits for labs that apply them, and six of the common challenges you might experience if your lab chooses to implement FAIR data.

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07/28/2023

In an ideal world, planning for only the happy path in the lab wouldn’t be a problem. But in reality, something will always go wrong - whether it’s a network outage, an instrument malfunction, or a user error.

In this post, learn how to ensure your LIMS is prepared to handle ALL types of situations.

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Labs that are implementing a laboratory information management system (LIMS) generally start with “happy path” use cases. These ideal or expected workflows represent the most efficient, smoothest route to complete a task. But a system that only meets these straightforward requirements will quick...

10/31/2022

Whether you’re choosing your first laboratory information management system (LIMS) or thinking of upgrading to a different platform, it’s tempting to focus solely on product features and capabilities. But that’s only looking at part of the equation. It’s equally important to consider the services available for the LIMS through the vendor and/or third parties.

Learn more in our latest blog post: https://bit.ly/3U1tdKh

Whether you’re choosing your first laboratory information management system (LIMS) or thinking of upgrading to a different platform, it’s tempting to focus solely on product features and capabilities. But that’s only looking at part of the equation. It’s equally important to consider the ser...

10/18/2022

Many growing labs find that they outgrow their current software or have requirements that exceed the capabilities of their vendor or services partner sooner than they expect. That means they’re faced with replatforming.

In some cases, a lab might be able to make do with its current system. However, if it’s a constant struggle to use the software to achieve the desired goals or a lab is looking to grow, it might be time to consider the options.

Learn whether it's time to look for new software for your lab: https://bit.ly/3D88EX2

“Do we need a new laboratory information management system (LIMS) or can we make do with our current system?” This is a question we often hear from labs struggling to make their existing software do what they need. “Replace the LIMS” is generally not the answer labs want to hear. That’s be...

10/11/2022

Whether a lab is selecting a LIMS for the first time or replacing an old system, there are many factors that will affect the total cost of the new LIMS.

Learn more in our new post about what your lab needs to consider so you can budget effectively and avoid unwanted surprises. https://bit.ly/3Mp7Tfg

When we talk to labs about choosing a laboratory information management system (LIMS), a common question we’re asked is: What will a system cost? First, it’s important to note that with any LIMS purchase, there are three cost categories to consider: the cost of the licenses for the software, the...

09/20/2022

If your lab is considering investing in a laboratory information management system (LIMS), you might be wondering what exactly the process looks like. Implementing a LIMS is a complex undertaking, but if you know what to expect from such a project, it makes tracking its progress and directing the entire process more manageable.

Learn more about our process at Semaphore: https://bit.ly/3UssTFC

If your lab is considering investing in a laboratory information management system (LIMS), you might be wondering what exactly the process looks like. Implementing a LIMS is a complex undertaking, but if you know what to expect from such a project, it makes tracking its progress and directing the en...

09/05/2022

Happy Labor Day to everyone celebrating in the US and Canada.

08/17/2022

Laboratories face frequent changes. Whether you’re implementing new workflows or updating an existing one, adding an instrument, iterating on a validated assay, or optimizing processes to keep up with market conditions or advances in technology, one thing is certain — change is inevitable. But that doesn’t make it easy.

Change management can help labs both manage changes and prepare people for change. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3wbr6KF

Laboratories face frequent changes. Whether you’re implementing new workflows or updating an existing one, adding an instrument, iterating on a validated assay, or optimizing processes to keep up with market conditions or advances in technology, one thing is certain — change is inevitable. But t...