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Laboratory Digitalization Consulting

Make a calculated move before going digital
Want to digitalize your QC processes but unsure where to begin? Access our expert assistance. Our team will evaluate how you manage quality in the lab, find opportunities for optimization, and create a tailored action plan so you can make an informed decision about what to do next.
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Get an expert evaluation of your laboratory

We focus on the following key areas:
Lab processes
Value stream
Workflow efficiency
Lab performance
Data management
Data storage
Data management
Data integrity
Connectivity
Communication between teams and departments
Data sharing across systems

Align your digitalization efforts with specific KPIs

We provide an in-depth analysis of your current situation to measure inefficiencies and define ways to resolve them. Our solutions are linked to clearly defined and measurable KPIs, allowing you to monitor progress and assess the effectiveness of your digitalization efforts.

Set
specific
targets

Do you want to reduce a lag in efficiency and enable your lab to achieve more within existing time frames? Setting specific targets helps you achieve tangible results from automation.

Define

efficiency
gains

Identify areas where efficiencies can be maximized and build a comprehensive roadmap for optimizing resource use to achieve improved productivity and performance.

Identify
opportunities for
cost savings

Examine your spending closely and find ways to spend less while improving quality and compliance. Automated workflows can lead to cost savings of up to 50%.

Promote continuous improvement
in your lab

Engage your entire QCA team in the evaluation process to promote innovation and learning. This will increase their motivation to incorporate automated tools into their workflows.

What gets measured gets done

Our clients achieve tangible business outcomes through digitalization facilitated by 1LIMS.
75
%
reduction
in human errors
30
%
increase
in sample throughput
45
%
less effort
in quality data management
up to
50
%
annual savings

Trusted by manufacturing companies 
and service labs across the globe

How LabCHECK works

From assessing your current operations to delivering change, we employ a customized strategy to ensure our solutions are perfectly tailored to suit your unique needs.
Step 1
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Evaluate the current situation

We arrange a visit to your production site to understand your process, evaluate your laboratory performance, and figure out if we can bring value through digitalization.
Assess current laboratory processes, data management systems, and connectivity
Identify strengths and weaknesses
Quantify laboratory performance

Identify opportunities for optimization

Once we've defined the inefficiencies in your quality control process, we prepare the best practices that can improve the situation and train your laboratory staff in putting them into practice.
Analyse KPIs such as turnaround time, workload, incurred costs, and more
Introduce best practices for immediate change
Train teams in implementing the best practices

Provide cost and benefit analysis

We estimate the cost of implementing 1LIMS in your lab and assess the benefits, such as enhanced efficiency to provide you with a clear understanding of the project's financial viability and potential value.
Define the projected cost of introducing a digital solution to streamline lab operations
Assess the benefits associated with implementing changes
Determine the ROI for new technology investment

Devise a roadmap for 1LIMS implementation

Finally, we create a roadmap that details how 1LIMS is going to be implemented in your company so that you know exactly what is going to be delivered and when.
Develop a plan for the gradual rollout of 1LIMS
Define the timelines and resources required
Get the buy-in from the stakeholders and proceed to implementation

Our methodology is based on Lean Six Sigma principles

We follow the Lean Six Sigma approach to ensure continuous improvement in our laboratory operations. Our process is based on the following key principles:

Delve into the heart of operations

Quality (Gemba) Walk
We arrange a full-day on-site visit to your production facility to observe your entire value chain with a focus on quality management.

Map out every aspect of the process

SIPOC analysis
Documenting suppliers, inputs, process, outputs, and customers allows us to analyze your quality process end to end.

Leverage data to drive transformation

Process quantification
We collect the key metrics that measure your lab performance to provide data-driven guidance on how to improve them.

You get everything you need to lead your lab's transformation

LabCHECK equips you with everything you need to build a compelling business case for laboratory automation. Plus, we'll help you spot efficiency opportunities even before going digital.
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Comprehensive analysis report on the current situation

Receive a thorough report detailing the current situation, offering insights into the strengths and weaknesses of your quality assurance processes and laboratory workflows.

2

Immediate improvements and long-term vision

Identify quick enhancements for your current processes and receive precise guidance on optimizing your laboratory operations to meet future needs.

3

Tailored team
training sessions

Train your team to apply best practices and tools in their work to eliminate redundant tasks, increase turnaround time, and maintain compliance.

4

Clarity about the expected value from automation

Qualtify the value of adopting a tailored Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and get a clear understanding of expected automation benefits.

5

1LIMS implementation
roadmap

Get a comprehensive roadmap for phased 1LIMS implementation that shows clear milestones, timelines, costs, and resources.

Recent case studies

Learn how we helped manufacturing companies make confident choices about their investments in laboratory automation.
Case Study

Frifag Märwil Explores Digital Transformation Potential to Save CHF 15,400 Using 1LIMS

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Case Study

Polygal Transitioned from Manual Processes to Automated Quality Management with 1LIMS

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Case Study

How Model AG Can Reduce Laboratory Staff Workload by Half with 1LIMS

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We're fluent in your needs

Your organization deserves technology that’s designed to make quality management effortless. With our background in science and expertise in automation, we know how to simplify, secure, and enhance your laboratory processes.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the LabCheck laboratory digitalization consulting service?

LabCheck is 1LIMS’s expert consulting workshop designed to help labs plan their digital transformation before implementing a LIMS or other automation. In this service, our team evaluates how your lab currently operates – examining your processes, data management practices, workflow efficiency, and overall lab performance. We then identify opportunities for improvement and provide a tailored action plan. The goal of LabCheck is to give you clear, data-driven recommendations and a roadmap for digitalizing your quality control processes so you can make informed decisions on next steps.

Why should we do a digitalization assessment like LabCheck before implementing a LIMS?

Undergoing an assessment like LabCheck before jumping into a LIMS implementation ensures that you address the right problems with the right solutions. LabCheck will highlight inefficiencies in your current lab operations (for example, bottlenecks in workflows or data entry errors) and measure them against key performance indicators (KPIs). By doing this first, you and the 1LIMS team can prioritize which features and process changes will have the most impact. In short, it de-risks your investment by making sure that when you do implement a LIMS or other digital tools, they’re aligned with clearly identified needs and goals.

What areas of our lab operations are evaluated during the LabCheck consulting?

Our Laboratory Digitalization Consulting (LabCheck) covers all critical aspects of your lab’s operations. We look at your lab processes (how samples and tests flow), the value stream (where value and delays occur from sample intake to reporting), and workflow efficiency (how resources and time are used). We also examine data management and storage practices to see how information is captured and accessed, as well as how different teams or departments communicate and share data. Additionally, we consider data integrity and connectivity between systems. By reviewing each of these areas, we can pinpoint gaps and opportunities for optimization.

What deliverables do we get from a LabCheck consultation?

At the end of a LabCheck consultation, your lab will receive a comprehensive report and action plan. This includes a detailed analysis of your current situation — highlighting strengths and weaknesses in your lab’s processes and systems. We also provide specific recommendations for improvements, such as process changes or technologies to implement, and a step-by-step roadmap for a potential LIMS implementation tailored to your needs. Furthermore, we often include cost-benefit analysis to show the expected ROI of digitalizing certain aspects of your lab. Essentially, you get a clear blueprint for how to move forward with lab digitalization.

How does LabCheck define KPIs and targets for our lab?

During the LabCheck process, we work with you to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with your lab’s goals — such as turnaround time, error rates, throughput, or compliance metrics. We measure your current performance in these areas to establish a baseline. Then, as we propose improvements, we set specific targets (like reducing average test turnaround by 20%, for example). By linking recommendations to measurable KPIs, you can track progress and verify that your digitalization efforts (like implementing 1LIMS or other improvements) are actually delivering the expected results.

What is the outcome if we decide not to implement 1LIMS immediately after consulting?

Even if you choose not to implement 1LIMS right away, the LabCheck consulting will still provide substantial value. You’ll walk away with a thorough understanding of your lab’s current inefficiencies and a set of recommended best practices and improvements. The action plan and roadmap we provide are tailored to your lab, so you can use them to guide any digitalization or process enhancement efforts, with or without 1LIMS. Of course, if and when you’re ready to adopt a LIMS, the insights from LabCheck will make that implementation smoother and more targeted.

How long does a LabCheck workshop or assessment typically take?

The LabCheck process is usually completed over a few days to a few weeks, depending on the depth of analysis required and the size of your lab operations. It often begins with a questionnaire or survey and then an on-site or virtual workshop where our consultants engage with your team. We might tour your lab (in-person or via video), review your current documentation, and conduct interviews with key staff. After gathering information, our team takes about one to two weeks to analyze the data and compile the report. So, from kickoff to final report, the whole consulting engagement could be roughly 2-4 weeks.

Feel more confident about your digital investments

With LabCheck, you can mitigate risks and potential roadblocks during LIMS implementation. The workshop gets you prepared not just technically, but also organizationally and culturally.
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