Bug fixes and improvements:

Performance Boost for Sample and Master Data Creation

• By further reducing mandatory fields based on user needs, entering the required information is now significantly faster.
• Likewise, the requirement for abbreviations has been minimized to speed up data creation considerably.

Improvements in views and handling

• The sample list now includes a filter option for “Order Number.”
• The automatic sample number generation has been optimized to ensure even more reliable and standardized creation of sample numbers. The option for manual adjustments remains available for selected roles.

Security Feature Enhancements

• Significant improvements have been made to the “Reset Password” option. Users who request a reset via the login window will now receive an email with a link to set a new password.

The new features:

Flexible Execution Mode

The new Flexible Execution Mode allows sample investigations in research and development environments to be handled with greater flexibility. Instead of following a rigid workflow, users can start with a less defined plan and adjust it dynamically during the investigation. This provides room to react to new findings as they emerge.

Before starting an investigation

• Users can choose between the Standard Mode and the Flexible Execution Mode.
  

During the Flexible Execution

• Parameters and methods can be added or removed at any time.
• A clear visual marker in the results input differentiates this mode from standard investigations.

Sample workflow

• Once results are entered, the sample can either be forwarded for review or directly finalized.
• Review and approval are performed by independent users in line with the 4-eyes principle.

New statuses in the workflow

• In Review: After results entry is completed.
• Pending Approval: After the review process.
• Completed: After the final approval.

Central Views

The introduction of Central Views enables new opportunities for standardizing workflows. Administrators can define preconfigured views that are rolled out to specific user roles, ensuring they are optimally tailored to respective work processes.

Functions for administrators

• Create, adjust, and roll out central views.
• View assignments of central views to specific user roles.

Functions for users

• Central views are available in addition to personally saved views.
• A clear visual indicator distinguishes central views from personal ones.

Bug fixes and improvements:

Batch analysis – Apply Values to All Remaining Samples

• Batch analysis has been enhanced with a new function that simplifies the input of consistent parameters across samples. This allows for more efficient processing of batch samples and minimizes the risk of data entry errors.

Rapid Sample Storage with Barcode Scanning

• The new Barcode Scanning feature simplifies and accelerates sample storage. Pre-registered samples can now be quickly assigned to storage locations by scanning their barcodes. This solution streamlines the storage process, especially when handling large quantities of samples, and reduces manual effort.

Further improvements

• In addition to the new features mentioned, various optimizations and bug fixes have been implemented to further enhance system stability and usability.

The new features:

Expanded Device Infrastructure: Integration of Sartorius Scales

• The expansion of the device infrastructure now enables reliable and secure operation of additional local devices through the cloud system.
• Once communication between the message broker, device adapter, and device has been established, the corresponding laboratory device can be created and connected in SAMPLES.
• Connected devices are available in the device list and, after enabling specific device functionalities, can be assigned to a method and interacted with accordingly.
• The following three scales from Sartorius have been integrated: Entris II Essential Line Precision Balance, Entris II Advanced Line Analytical Balance, Cubis II Microbalance.

Expanded Custom Fields: File Upload

• SAMPLES offers extensive use of custom fields for tailored applications. File uploads are now also supported within these fields.
  

• Documents can be uploaded as custom fields to devices, consumables, tasks, and more, allowing relevant information to be stored directly at the source and retrieved as needed.

• For example, this allows SOPs to be attached to devices and methods, safety data sheets to be attached to consumables and devices, as well as other original documents to be stored.

Bug fixes and improvements:

Copy Function for Dataset Titles

• In the title line of a dataset, such as for samples or tasks, “copy” icons have been integrated.

• Clicking the icon now allows the name to be easily copied for further use.

The new features:

Multiline texts

• New text block parameters allow for the input of multi-line texts, enabling the documentation of longer comments or more comprehensive overall assessments in the result entry.

• This feature is now available both in routine processes as well as for free parameters and custom fields.

Web links to external documents

• With this version, it is possible to link to external documents on the World Wide Web. This enables direct links to, for example, files with large amounts of data or information that is always kept up to date, such as ISO documents, SOPs for devices or safety data sheets for consumables.

• The web links are available to the user both in the routine and for free parameters and user-defined fields.
  

Specification of technical device parameters

• Technical parameters of devices can now be predefined in method editing.

• These predefined technical parameters will be preset during the investigation but can be adjusted if necessary.

• This feature supports the user in entering the results free of technical details and focused on the actual examination.

Label printing from the sample list

• It is now also possible to print labels for several samples from the sample list.

• This feature ensures convenient and faster labeling of a large number of samples.

Bug fixes and improvements:

• Improvements and minor bug fixes have been made to the text editor of the work instructions, the main menu, the method configuration and the Yes/No parameter.
  

The new features:

Customizable Work Instructions

• Work instructions can now be formatted and enhanced with media such as images, videos, or content from other websites. This allows for optimal structuring and supports customization to meet user-specific needs in preparation.
• The following options are available: Font size, font color, font style (bold, italic, underline); bulleted and numbered lists; embedded images; Links to websites; Links to videos (e.g. YouTube)

Use of FLUICS label printers

• FLUICS Label printers can now be easily integrated into the device management system
• Sample labels for aliquots can be printed in series according to the required quantity.

Enhanced Device Interactions

• For devices connected via SiLA 2 or OPC UA LADS, extended options are now available.
• If increased clarity is desired, necessary device functions can be specifically configured.
• There is also the possibility to individually name device functions.
• Multiple configurations are available for interacting with the devices: values can be read from or written to devices. Additionally, it is possible to invoke actions within devices, where both incoming and outgoing values can be configured. As a result, a variety of complex workflows with devices can be implemented. Please contact us for specific connection requests.

Bug fixes and improvements:

• Individual parameters can now be hidden in the examination reports.
• In selection fields (e.g., sample type), where there is only one option available, it is now automatically preselected.

The new features:

Consumables

• Consumables can be created and configured in the laboratory process.
• An overview of the consumables and their currently available remaining quantities can be viewed centrally at any time in the consumables list. It is also possible to select the currently available consumables during the examination process.
• The traceability of consumables is guaranteed (e.g. for batch products).

Investigation report

• An inspection report (PDF) can be generated in an order.
• This contains all relevant information about an investigation (including file attachments, images, etc.).

Connection of devices

• For devices connected via SiLA 2 or OPC UA LADS, extended options are now available.
• Please contact us for specific connection requests.

External data analysis

• Integration of the evaluation and analysis of survey data collected using Jupyter Lab.
• If you have specific requests for data analysis, please contact us.

Authentication

• Authentication takes place via the secure OAuth procedure.

Bug fixes and improvements:

Individually customise

• Saving favorites in the main menu enables quick access to frequently used menu items.
• Users can save several individual filters to easily access frequently used lists via the main menu.
• Catalogs can be intuitively created and edited directly in the main menu.

Work clearly

• Individual examination results can now be entered more intuitively and conveniently.
• Users can safely perform assisted examinations with step-by-step instructions.
• The list of necessary consumables supports the preparation and execution of the examination.

Always up to date

• If other users make changes or updates that relate to the currently open list, this is actively indicated by a message in the window.

This update introduces the new features Timeline, Versioning, Audit Trail and Batch Analysis to track changes clearly. There are also optimisations in the menu, profile and personal settings to improve the usability.

The new features:

Timeline

• With the help of the interactive timeline, changes can now be visually traced very quickly.

Versioning (included in the Upgrade)

• Methods can now be saved as a new version after changes.
• Goals always refer to a specific version of a method.
• The version of a method that was used is documented for each analysis.

Audit trail (included in the Upgrade)

• A detailed, chronological log of all changes can now be displayed in the sidebar.

Batch analysis (included in the Upgrade)

• This function allows the simultaneous analysis of several samples in one run.
• For a Batch Analysis, sample trays (e.g. microtitre plates) of any size can be configured and the samples can be placed on them.
• Values can be copied or pasted into sample trays for easy further processing in Excel.

HL7 FHIR

• Administrators and partners can now access the official documentation of the HL7 FHIR interface.

Bug fixes and improvements:

Simply set up

• Users can now change their password and maintain a profile picture.
• Users have the option to stay logged in on a device at all times.

Individually customise

• In the table view, a filter setting can be saved as a “custom view” and used at any time.
• User-defined fields have been integrated into the properties tab and can be used flexibly through “Manage form”.

Effectively organise

• In the notifications, the function “Mark all as read” now ensures a maximum overview.
• A file such as the following can be added to orders as additional information. findings or certificate of analysis can be uploaded.

Flexibly use

• Numerous optimisations in the mobile area improve the usability, especially on smaller devices such as smartphones and tablets.