Inventory Control, Audit & Sample Tracking
The ICAST system was originally a bespoke system designed for the UK Health Protection Agency (HPA). They needed a software system capable of managing and tracking millions of frozen samples and specimens over multiple locations. The software had to be easy to use, but provide all the necessary management and audit functions to efficiently manage their extensive freezer facilities. After reviewing the existing specialist software applications the HPA decided nothing met their requirements and therefore contracted a team of software developers to create something that would.
The result was ICAST, a bespoke Inventory Control, Audit & Sample Tracking system designed specifically to manage, track and control samples and specimens in controlled storage facilities.
Since then ICAST has developed into a comprehensive software solution which encompasses:
- A database designed to replicate the structure of high value sample and specimen storage facilities.
- Wide ranging data input options designed with high value samples in mind, including freezer storage environments.
- Comprehensive data search features designed to easily and quickly find stored specimens and samples.
- Inventory control routines designed to make sure sample collections are managed efficiently.
ICAST streamlines work processes for tracking, retrieving, moving and dispatching scientific samples. It makes more efficient use of storage space and puts users firmly in control of inventory.
Other key features include:
- A clear, intuitive and responsive interface.
- Fully configurable graphical representations of storage space.
- Multiple data entry options, including voice input, barcode scanning and RFID tag scanning.
- Powerful search and retrieve function.
- Hierarchical security access controls.
- Comprehensive audit trail covering the entire lifecycle of a stored sample.
- A powerful reporting system.
To learn more about the benefits of ICAST, or to book a free, no obligation demonstration call +44 (0)1793 250093