The document compares Laboratory Management Systems (LIMS) and Quality Management Systems (QMS), highlighting their distinct functions in recording and managing different aspects of lab data. LIMS focuses on day-to-day test data, ensuring traceability and accuracy, while QMS manages high-level quality information, documents, and compliance. Both systems are essential for a well-functioning lab, especially during audits, as they each fulfill unique roles in maintaining quality and efficiency.

1. LIMS VERSUS QMS

2. What are they and do I need both

3. LIMS
Laboratory Management System

4. LIMS enables you to record,
track and report casework data.

5. Day-to-day test data is captured in a LIMS.

6. Traceability, validity, and accuracy are key.

7. QMS
Quality Management System

8. QMS captures high-level quality
and management information.

9. A QMS should manage
documents, track revisions,
maintain records and
automate business processes.

10. Quality and compliance are vital.

11. If information is not being
controlled by a LIMS or QMS, it can
leave your lab vulnerable.

12. LIMS and QMS
save time for the busy lab manager.

13. So why do I need both systems

14. Labs face audits that require data
LIMS holds analytical data.
QMS holds controlled documents
and standards.

15. Both offer their own specialties
and are a part of your lab’s quality.

16. What does Qualtrax offer as a QMS?
DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT
PROCESS MANAGEMENT
TRAINING MANAGEMENT
REPORTING & AUDITING

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