Custom Software for the Genomics Industry
Semaphore recommends all NGS clinical diagnostic labs adopt comprehensive software testing to reduce errors, improve efficiency, and save money. The right approach and the right amount of testing ensure the lab’s software systems operate correctly and can be easily maintained in the future. Whether your lab is implementing an entirely new software solution, integrating two or more systems, or upgrading […]
In our previous post, we discussed three types of lab software integrations and the value of each for NGS clinical diagnostic laboratories. In this post, we’ll look at some of the key technical challenges labs face with each type of integration and how the right integrator can help you address them. Once lab and technical leads have recognized the importance […]
All NGS clinical diagnostic laboratories want to run more efficiently—it’s a necessity if they want to remain competitive. They need to streamline laboratory workflows, save on labor costs, and scale their operations to meet demand, such as with the current calls for additional COVID-19 testing capacity. But it goes further than that. To keep their highly skilled employees engaged and […]
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) clinical laboratories rely on different types of software to meet their business and laboratory needs. Leading laboratories often work with experienced software consultants to make sure that each piece of software is verified and validated, and set up using the best software engineering practices, integrations, and automations. Key Clinical Laboratory Systems Fulfilled by Software The software systems […]
In recent weeks, we’ve seen further advances in the molecular diagnostic sector’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Labs are scaling to meet the demand for more testing, and the FDA has provided emergency authorization for new types of tests. The sector also continues to push forward with new cancer tests that will have a significant impact on patient outcomes. COVID-19 […]
Optimizing an NGS Clinical Diagnostic laboratory for growth is no small task. Laboratory and technical leads, and other stakeholders, understand full well the complexity of the business and recognize the risk in hiring the wrong consultants to help them modernize their software and update their technology. That doesn’t mean it’s better to use internal development resources, though. The right consultants […]
In my previous post, I described the challenges of certification, accreditation, and federal approvals, and how software can have a huge impact on the speed and ease with which your team goes through the process. For forward-thinking laboratory and technical leaders, however, regulatory approvals can also offer an opportunity to make software improvements that will help your business respond to […]
In our previous recap of industry news, we looked at the exciting partnerships and collaborations driving change, C-Suite and Board additions, and mergers and acquisitions. The Molecular Diagnostic Industry continues to innovate and grow, with laboratories and other industry partners working together to expedite COVID-19 testing and advance the community’s knowledge of the coronavirus. At the same time, clinical labs […]
Certification, accreditation, and federal approvals are a vital part of the business of running a clinical diagnostic lab. Many laboratory managers assume it means miles of red tape and numerous roadblocks. But that’s not necessarily true. In fact, it can be a fantastic opportunity. If you approach it with the right mindset, you could make improvements that have a lasting […]
In my previous post, I described the complex challenges NGS Clinical Diagnostic laboratories face because of legacy software. To recap, these include limitations in usability and efficiency, higher costs than labs generally understand, the difficulties that arise when you need to replace key personnel, and the lack of specialized software expertise in internal development teams. For laboratory and technical leads […]