What is a LIMS?
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What is a LIMS?

published Oct 16, 2026

Laboratory Information Management Systems in plain terms.

A LIMS tracks samples through a lab: registration, test assignment, result entry, review and the final Certificate of Analysis.

Why labs use one

  • Chain of custody for every sample
  • Audit trail of who changed what, and when
  • Instrument and stock management

In regulated industries (pharma, food, clinical), the audit trail and electronic signatures must meet rules such as 21 CFR Part 11.

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admin
admin
Oct 16, 2026 09:37 AM

Good overview. Which LIMS did you pick in the end?

admin
admin
Oct 16, 2026 09:37 AM

SENAITE is the current front-runner.