Technology Digest: implementation of automation, IT support and cybersecurity in bioanalysis

The use of automation in the bioanalytical laboratory

Automated tools and platforms have benefited the bioanalytical laboratory by reducing method development and data turnaround times. Simultaneously, automation has increased throughput, data integrity and overall productivity. These benefits have led to reduced costing and drug development timelines enabling drugs to get to patients faster, which is the ultimate end goal [1].

Over the past 2 years, research goals and timelines have remained unchanged meaning it was essential for companies to continue operating as usual, finding innovative ways to overcome the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and to deliver quality data to clients on time [2,3]. During this time, the bioanalytical industry encountered many challenges particularly for IT support, including national lockdowns, stay-at-home orders, a surge of cyberattacks and supply-chain issues [3]. As onsite staff schedules were staggered, remote working increased the value of a robust IT system. The maintenance of an accessible data interface system that allows the sharing of information, database integration and generation of metrics and reports, was now more important than ever [2]. Companies realized the significance of investing in bioanalytical automated platforms that link to robust IT systems, with businesses continuing to innovate these technologies post the COVID-19 pandemic [1].

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References

  1. Li M. Bioanalytical laboratory automation development: why should we and how could we collaborate? Bioanalysis, 7(2), 153−155 (2015).
  2. Bioanalysis Zone. eBook: the use of automation in the bioanalytical lab. (2021): https://www.bioanalysis-zone.com/ebook-the-use-of-automation-in-the-bioanalytical-lab_alturas_gyros/
  3. Bioanalysis Zone. In the Zone: virtual audits. (2021): https://www.bioanalysis-zone.com/in-the-zone/in-the-zone-virtual-audits_itz_alturas/

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