Efficient and standardised business processes are fundamental to the effective running of a lab or biobank. That's why it's so important to have clearly documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Hopefully... read more →
Legislation in any well-functioning industry evolves over time. Life sciences and clinical research are no exception. Becoming aware of those changes in good time to meet regulatory compliance is your... read more →
Two key challenges facing your lab or Biobank are quality and efficiency. You may introduce and follow a set of standard processes to address these. And, to be successful, everyone... read more →
The thought of a lab audit might be enough to bring you out in a cold sweat. The dread of an audit for some is akin to a phobia. Desensitisation... read more →
The Caldicott Principles were introduced to make sure that patient information stored across the NHS is protected and information that could identify patients is only accessed when appropriate to do... read more →
As a new or established Biobank you face many challenges and considerations. These include financing, ongoing cost recovery, collection logistics and where you will store your biological samples. In addition,... read more →
Most people dread an audit and many businesses see compliance as something they have to do to get a 'tick in the box'. However, with the right foundations and focus on... read more →
As an HTA Designated Individual you feel the responsibilities and challenges for compliance with the Human Tissue Act every day. You not only have an ethical and moral duty to... read more →
You need accurate information to thrive and grow. You are capturing more and more information about your customers to deliver tailored services and options. Technology has evolved to help you... read more →
The validity of your research depends on the quality of the tissue samples you're using. You need to have full traceability of your tissues to really understand their quality -... read more →