November 04, 2008      
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update

 Volume 6, Issue 45

 

In This Issue

 Upcoming Webcasts

11/13/2008 - Electronic Lab Notebooks or LIMS? How to Decide

A complementary webinar provided by CSols discussing the factors to consider in making this decision for your operation.

10/28/2008 - Webinar - Do You Really Need to Replace Your LIMS? - THURSDAY, Nov. 6th

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Do You Really Need to Replace Your LIMS? THURSDAY, Nov. 6th: If your lab's need to replace its laboratory information management system (LIMS) centers around sample login, sample tracking, invoicing, etc...then the answer may be, "yes".
 Articles

The Benefits of Hosted Software

Hosted software, also known as on-demand software or software as a service, is ideally suited for small and medium sized companies (SMEs) with small IT staffs as it centralises the tasks of maintaining and updating the applications while spreading the costs over a broad user base.

How Does a Laboratory Automation Needs Assessment Benefit Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Implementation and Operation?

Many laboratories may have the expertise to translate manual processes and laboratory automation requirements into a detailed specification document for all of the system equirements, features and functions of a LIMS. However, that may not be the best utilization of their resources.
 Recent News

11/04/2008 - Changing the status quo of Drug Development

Optimizing the clinical trial process to increase the chance of clinical and commercial success is a hot topic across the pharmaceutical industry, as witnessed by the number and range of attendees at Pharmaceutical Business Review’s recent webinar ‘Perspective on the future of drug development’.

11/04/2008 - LIMS Seminar Tour Coming to Washington, DC Area on Dec. 11th!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to meet others in your industry and learn how to achieve measurable improvements via LIMS for your laboratory operation!

11/03/2008 - Join Accelerated Technology Laboratories, Inc. at the 2008 GAWP Fall Conference!

Accelerated Technology Laboratories, Inc. (ATL), a leading supplier of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), is pleased to announce we will be exhibiting and speaking at the Georgia Association of Water Professionals (GAWP) 2008 Fall Conference, Lab Symposium & Expo on Nov. 18-19, 2008.

10/31/2008 - Electronic Lab Notebooks or LIMS? How to Decide

A complementary webinar to be provided by CSols, Inc. to explore the factors to consider when making this decision for your operation.

10/31/2008 - Continued Growth and Success for Autoscribe and its Matrix Gemini LIMS Business

10/29/2008 - Software Point Announces the 3rd Nordic LIMS Conference & User Meeting

The purpose of the 3rd Nordic LIMS Conference is to share experiences, new ideas and best practices in usage and implementation of laboratory information management systems, to benefit the everyday work in laboratories. The program is planned to facilitate networking with colleagues and to create new acquaintances.

10/28/2008 - Accelerated Technology Laboratories, Inc. to Exhibit and Demonstrate LIMS Solutions at the 2008 AWWA Water Quality Technology Conference

The annual conference is scheduled for November 16th - 20th, 2008 at the Duke Energy Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. VISIT ATL AT BOOTH #504!
 Upcoming Events

12/11/2008 - LIMS Seminar Tour Coming to Washington, DC Area on Dec. 11th!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to meet others in your industry and learn how to achieve measurable improvements via LIMS for your laboratory operation!

11/17/2008 - LIMS Breakfast Seminar for Water/Wastewater Industry in Cincinnati, OH on Nov. 17!

Register now for a free, educational breakfast seminar focusing on why a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is the key to streamlining water and wastewater laboratory operations and staying compliant!

11/13/2008 - Paperless Lab Forum 2008

The Paperless Lab Forum 2008 offers the ideal plattform to collect information about the paperless laboratory. In addition to different talks (among others our key note speaker Michael H. Elliott, the founder of Atrium Research), live demonstrations and a exciting exhibition, the Forum offers the opportunity to get first-hand contacts with various manufacturers of components of a paperless laboratory.
 Job Postings

Laboratory Technician - Torrance, CA

A great biochemical company in Torrance, CA is seeking a Laboratory Technician.

Manufacturing Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer in the Nano Indentation Product Line located in Chandler, Arizona. The Nano Indenter is the newest high tech tool that joins Agilent’s already established Nano Technology Measurement Tools portfolio.

Wastewater Regulatory Compliance Software Sales

While Linko Data Systems, does not develop or sell LIMS, its compliance tracking software shares similarities to LIMS in its municipal customer market, sales cycle, and implementation process. Therefore those who successfully sell LIMS to the municipal market are excellent candidates for Linko's sales position.

LIMS Production Administrator needed!

Volt is seeking a talented LIMS/Production System Administrator for a wonderful direct hire opportunity in beautiful Moses Lake, WA.

Software Engineer - Lab Automation

Velocity11 – an Agilent Technologies Company – is a global leader in providing laboratory automation solutions for drug discovery and a range of other scientific research and development applications.

Laboratory Jobs and Careers posted on Hotjobs.com

A listing of the latest posting of laboratory jobs and careers.
 Polls & Surveys

What type of information do you want when looking for a LIMS?

What most influenced your LIMS Selection?

Are you happy with Crystal Reports?

Which Database would you prefer to use for your LIMS?

Custom LIMS vs. Commercial LIMS Product

LIMS Satisfaction Poll

Web Browser Based LIMS vs. Traditional Windows LIMS

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