NEWS

Cancer research trials turn to LIMS

The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation (RCLCF), a UK charity dedicated to the defeat of lung cancer, is using a LIMS solution from Autoscribe to track its samples. The RCLF funds basic

science research, tobacco control initiatives and work in lung cancer patient information, support and advocacy. RCLCF works towards defeating lung cancer through research, campaigning and education and gives practical and emotional support for patients and all those affected by lung cancer and smoking. It also enables children and young people to make informed decisions about smoking and the tobacco industry.

Clinical trial research

facilities like RCLCF and computer systems that involve the storage of Human Tissue Samples need to be compliant with the Human Tissue Act (2006). When choosing a LIMS, key issues included the need to comply with current and future regulatory requirements and associated audits. It also needed to improve the method for booking in samples, improve the logging of booked out samples and their usage, and result in a user-friendly system that makes sample editing and auditing easy to use. Its choice of LIMS also needed to be easily configured to meet current and future needs.

The RCLCF opted for the Matrix Gemini LIMS from Autoscribe.

LABS/QM SAP Middleware bridges the Gap between SAP QM and the Laboratory Level

SAP QM

SAP ERP is used by almost all chemical, petrochemical and phar- maceutical companies world-wide. By the use of the PLM/QM module a broad variety of function- ality is achieved, which formerly was restricted to traditional LIMS in the laboratories. However,

this module provides no facilities for a direct link to the level of laboratory equipment. Therefore, this system is limited in acceptance, especially in the regulatory environment and in high-throughput analytical laboratories.

Our Experience

For more than 20 years, iCD. has been a proven supplier of multi-functional, multi-purpose LIMS solutions and other outstanding laboratory automation software tools, and is certifi ed SAP software partner since 1997. Based on our long-lasting experience in lab automation and comprehensive knowl- edge of lab requirements we have developed a unique Middleware that offers the possibility to connect any measuring device or analytical system directly to the SAP QM using standard QM-IDI/RFC or NetWeaver XI Webservice including CDIX for SAP communication.

Automated SAP Middleware Workfl ow

The information of the SAP inspection lot is directly converted by the Middleware LABS/QM to a suitable data format for analytical instruments and systems. This information can be used for generating sequences for all com- mon chromatography data systems (CDS). In addition, the derived data are suitable as sample information for a variety of further analytical instruments

New York medical examiners’ office boosts forensics

LabVantage has announced that the Office of Chief Medical Examiner of the City of New York (OCME) has selected its Sapphire LIMS to bolster its cross-departmental forensic operations. As one of the largest medical examiners’ offices in the USA, OCME currently uses many disparate software systems and manual procedures in an effort to manage the various components of its forensic data. When defining the requirements for streamlining its processes, especially for chain-of-custody, evidence tracking, case management, and analytical result management, OCME determined that a software solution that consolidates the variety of data sources while addressing their diverse

functional needs was the best path to pursue. In addition, the experience of the solution provider was of vital importance to OCME. ‘With seasoned professionals to implement a strong functional software solution, Sapphire LIMS, LabVantage is the selected vendor for OCME to partner with, especially when considering the nature of our complex forensic operations,’ explains Roni Amiel, chief information officer of OCME. ‘As we continue to work closely with the LabVantage team, I envision that the enhancements in data and information management will significantly streamline our current procedures and help us take our operations and services to the next level.’

and control software, e.g. for IC, ICP, AAS, IR, NIR, RFA, elemental analyzers and many others. Even simple laboratory devices can be connected directly to the SAP QM via the LABS/QM, e.g. analytical scales, gauges, automatic titrators or even pH meters. Also, automated result data import from any fi le type (ASCII, PDF, DOC, XLS, HTML, XML, others) as well as a workplace- specifi c data entry with full-automated instrument control and data import into the Middleware, is supported. After completing the measurement and review of the result, the results are transferred to the Middleware LABS/QM for additional calculations and conversions. Thereafter, the analytical data are transferred via the Middleware directly to the inspection lot/test unit of SAP QM, where the evaluation of the results is achieved, thus, completing the treatment of the inspection lot/test unit, and reaching the usage decision.

Your Benefi t

Qualifi ed data transfer from instruments to LABS/QM replaces the time- consuming and expensive double checks. Errors caused by manual data entry are entirely eliminated, and, in this way a GxP/FDA compliant workfl ow is achievable. In addition, the Middleware LABS/QM increases the automa- tion level in the laboratory, leading to an improved effi ciency of the employ- ees and resulting in cutting the costs of the entire laboratory and business workfl ow.

LABS/QM – SAP Middleware that brings our Experience to your Laboratory!

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