Forgot to feed the cells?
Left the microscope lens dirty? Spotted an expired reagent.. again?
That’s not bad science. It’s just.. bad task tracking.
Labs often rely on sticky notes, Outlook reminders, Trello boards, whiteboards or worst of all, memory to track small daily chores.
Why small tasks go missing
The problem?
These “outside-the-system” solutions don’t link to experiments, samples or actual lab work.
That creates chaos:
- Tasks get missed
- Experiments get delayed
- Teams get frustrated
- Compliance gaps appear
Even simple tasks - feed cell cultures, clean microscope lenses, replace expired reagents - can cause big headaches when they slip through the cracks.
Enter Lab Daily Notes
Part 2 of our Custom LIMS Features for Hidden Lab Pains series is all about Lab Daily Notes.
It’s a small feature with a big impact:
- Personal & team checklists
- Assignments, due dates, priorities
- Auto-reminders, calendars, boards - and mores
Everything happens inside LIMS, where your work already lives.
No Post-its. No lost notes. Just reliable, structured workflows.
How it works
1. Daily checklist widget
Start the day with all your tasks in one place. Tick them off as you go.
No hunting. No scrolling. Just clarity.
2. Create, Assign, Track
Add details, set deadlines, assign priorities - all linked to projects, experiments or samples.
Everyone knows what to do and when.
3. Notifications & Reminders
Grid view: see all lab tasks at a glance, sortable and filterable.
Kanban board: move lab tasks visually across stages. Progress is instant and clear.
4. Tasks Calendar
Plan ahead. Schedule daily lab chores, experiments and reminders.
5. Personal Reminders
Automatic notifications help you never miss a task - overdue or critical updates included.
Want it more advanced?
With customization, it’s no problem.
Combine views, automate recurring tasks and integrate reminders to suit your team’s workflow.
The feature grows as your lab grows.
Results
Implementing Lab Daily Notes transforms messy, scattered routines into smooth, in-system workflows. Teams stay on track, focused and compliant.
Basic functionality is quick to implement. Ask your devs and your lab can see real results in weeks, not months.
Why this matters
Science is complicated enough.
Small administrative tasks shouldn’t slow experiments or frustrate teams. A simple, well-implemented checklist inside LIMS keeps labs running smoothly, reduces errors and frees scientists to focus on what they do best: research.
