What is ISO 9001:2015? ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard that defines the criteria for ongoing enhancement of a QMS. It emphasizes the importance of consistent performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Organizations that adhere to this standard are better equipped to streamline processes, enhance their product and service quality, and ultimately provide a superior […]
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In the dynamic landscape of biosample management, informatics solutions are increasingly becoming a cornerstone for efficiency and accuracy. These solutions, integrating both hardware and software automation, are revolutionizing how samples and data are handled in the biotech and pharma industries. By automating processes and streamlining workflows, they significantly reduce the need for human interaction, thereby […]
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Part Two of our Protecting Complete Chain of Custody Series As we discussed in our last post, the Role of Biobanking in Protecting Sample Chain of Custody, biobanks serve as biospecimen libraries as well as sample data, validation, and reference sources for both research and clinical labs. Like any part of a controlled process, establishment of a quality […]
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Part One of our Protecting Complete Chain of Custody Series As key components of the research ecosystem, biobanks share a vital function and critical responsibility in the protection of biospecimens. They are centralized members in the chain of custody for samples, and as such, have an impact on both upstream and downstream portions of the molecular biologist’s […]
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Natural disasters, extended power outages, and equipment failures can destroy priceless biomaterial. Disaster recovery plans that include multiple backup systems are crucial for all biostorage and research facilities. In disaster scenarios, the choice of freezer type can make the difference between complete sample loss and maintaining biomaterial integrity. In the past, natural disasters such as […]
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