September 8, 2025
Compliance with the ISO/IEC 17025 Standard
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What is ISO/IEC 17025?
ISO/IEC 17025 is an internationally recognized standard that outlines the general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. It ensures that laboratories operate with a high level of technical competence and generate valid, reliable results. Adherence to ISO/IEC 17025 demonstrates a laboratory’s commitment to quality, accuracy, and impartiality in its testing and calibration services. This standard covers all aspects of laboratory operations, including management, personnel qualifications, equipment calibration, test methods, and reporting procedures, making it essential for laboratories seeking accreditation and international credibility.
Why is it important for a laboratory to meet ISO/IEC 17025?
With the acceleration of the economy, the increase in market demands and the intense demands of regulatory agencies, the most diverse types of laboratories have the challenge of meeting requests on time, maintaining quality and meeting standards, such as the NBR ISO/IEC 17025 Standard.
In this challenging context, we have a strong ally by our side: technology. Laboratories are implementing modern systems for laboratory automation and management, also known as Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), which make routines and processes increasingly digital.
The use of stacks of paper and Excel spreadsheets is being replaced by computers and mobile devices distributed on the benches of various types of laboratories. As a result, problems such as rework and failures in data transcription are being significantly eliminated, reverting resources to more qualified tasks.
Learn More: The Role of LIMS in Driving Digital Transformation
Role of LIMS in Supporting ISO/IEC 17025
LIMS software plays a critical role in supporting ISO/IEC 17025 compliance by streamlining and automating key laboratory processes. It facilitates accurate and secure data management, ensuring traceability and integrity of test results as required by the standard. With robust audit trails, user access controls, and version management, a LIMS enables laboratories to maintain comprehensive records and detailed documentation, simplifying internal and external audits. Additionally, it supports adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and calibration schedules, thereby enhancing the reliability and consistency of laboratory operations. By centralizing quality management activities, a LIMS ultimately helps laboratories demonstrate technical competence and consistent delivery of valid results, both of which are essential for ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation.
Learn More: Compliance Made Simple: Harness the Full Potential of LIMS Automation in Your Lab
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