Modern laboratories face the challenge of efficiently managing a growing number of devices, materials and workstations. At the same time, the demands for transparency, availability and optimal use of existing resources are increasing.
Smart Lab combines digital technologies with everyday laboratory operations, providing a centralized overview of equipment, consumables, workstations and their utilization.
The video shows how digital solutions simplify everyday laboratory processes and provide greater transparency into resources and their utilization.
Five Smart Lab Applications
01 | Asset Tracking
Where is a specific device – and is it available?
Mobile laboratory equipment can be digitally located, while its availability can be checked instantly. Employees spend less time searching for equipment and can make more targeted use of available resources.
Benefits:
- Locate equipment quickly
- Check availability in real time
- Reduce search times
- Use equipment more efficiently
02 | Digital Management of Temperature-Sensitive Samples
Check inventory without temperature fluctuations.
Digital E-Ink Displays make it possible to view the contents of freezers directly from the outside. This means doors need to be opened less frequently, helping to reduce temperature fluctuations and support the safe storage of sensitive samples.
Benefits:
- Check inventory at a glance
- Reduce the number of door openings
- Minimize temperature fluctuations
- Increase transparency of stored materials
03 | Automated Reordering
Reorder consumables in time.
When pipette tips, reagents or other consumables are running low, reorders can be initiated directly. Inventory levels and order status remain transparent, allowing supplies to be managed more efficiently and shortages to be avoided.
Benefits:
- Easily reorder consumables
- Keep track of inventory levels
- Transparently monitor order status
- Prevent supply shortages
04 | Equipment Utilization
Identify capacities and make better use of them.
Which equipment is actually being used? Where does idle time occur? Digital utilization data makes usage patterns visible and supports more efficient scheduling as well as data-driven investment decisions.
Benefits:
- Visualize equipment utilization
- Identify idle times
- Plan capacities more efficiently
- Support data-driven investment decisions
05 | Laboratory Workstation Occupancy
See available workstations at a glance.
Digital occupancy data shows which laboratory workstations are currently available. The data collected can also be used to optimize bookings, space utilization and future workspace planning.
Benefits:
- Identify available workstations at a glance
- Book workstations
- Analyze space utilization
- Optimize workspace planning based on data
A smart laboratory creates a digital information base for key laboratory processes. Equipment, consumables and workstations become transparent and accessible – while the data collected opens up new opportunities for planning and optimization.
The result: less time spent searching and waiting, more efficient use of resources and informed decisions based on real-world utilization data.
