Problems and Countermeasures in Establishment of Laboratory Information Management System

The laboratory information management system (LIMS) has been widely used in testing laboratories, and has played an important role in routine laboratory management and data quality improvement. However, problems were identified in the execution of LIMS programs. Based on a survey on current conditions of LIMS in disease control and prevention centers, problems in LIMS establishment were analyzed. Strategies and approaches to a better establishment of LIMS were proposed and discussed, such as rational implementation steps, secondary development plans, staff training to define clear roles and responsibilities, and regular review for further improvement.