Conversion of a classical microbiology laboratory to a total automation laboratory enhanced by the application of lean principles

Conversion of a classical microbiology laboratory to a total automation laboratory enhanced by the application of lean principles

ABSTRACTLaboratory automation in microbiology improves productivity and reduces sample turnaround times (TATs). However, its full potential can be unlocked through the optimization of workflows by adopting lean principles. This study aimed to explore the relative impact of laboratory automation and...

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Main Authors: Graça Trigueiro, Carlos Oliveira, Alexandra Rodrigues, Sofia Seabra, Rui Pinto, Yohann Bala, Monica Gutiérrez Granado, Sandra Vallejo, Victoria Gonzalez, Carlos Cardoso
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: American Society for Microbiology 2024-02-01
Series:Microbiology Spectrum
Subjects:
turnaround time
productivity
lean principles
laboratory automation
change management
Online Access:https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/spectrum.02153-23

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https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/spectrum.02153-23

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