LIMS Considerations

Our experience has shown that one or more of the following considerations may not be fully addressed prior to the acquisition and/or implementation of a new LIMS system. Hindsight is always 20/20. As your organization researches multiple LIMS providers, it is very important to find the aswers to questions that may not be initially obvious.

The following table addresses several of these key LIMS considerations. While this list is not exhaustive, it should serve to get you started in your quest for the LIMS solution that's best for you.

Feature/Purchase Consideration	LabLite SQL LIMS	Most Other LIMS
• License Fee - Is this a one time cost?	Yes	No
• Is pricing based on the # of users? (Per seat fees)	No	Yes, usually
• Is pricing based on the modules purchased?	No, complete package	Yes, usually
• Will you need to hire a full time LIMS administrator?	No	Yes, usually
• Will you need to send users to remote training?	No	Yes, usually
• What is the aproximate daily rate for custom* work.	$600 - $1200	$1450 - $2500**
• Is there an extra charge for project management?	No	Yes, usually
• Are support costs (annual maintenance) competitive?	Yes, 10%	No, 15% to 25%
• Does a live trained technical person answer the phone?	Yes, usally less than 3 rings	No, usually voicemail/recording
• Is the LIMS easy to use?	Yes	No
• Is minimal training required to get started?	Yes	No
• Are advanced features included?	Yes	No, unless you pay more $$$
• Are there multiple levels of support, with increased cost?	No: One complete level	Yes, usually: Bronze, Silver, Gold, etc.
* Regardless of how robust any LIMS product claims to be, there is always a need for custom work. This is particularly true when it comes to reporting. ** Or higher!

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