Know Exactly What You Have, Where It Is, and When It Expires

ELabELN eliminates the endless searching, duplicate orders, and expired reagent waste that plague disorganized labs. Track every sample, reagent, and material with instant lookup, automatic expiration alerts, and seamless integration with your experiments so you always know what's available and where to find it.

Know Exactly What You Have, Where It Is, and When It Expires
Inventory and Sample Management | ELabELN Features

Stop Searching for Samples and Start Finding Them Instantly

How much time do you waste each week searching for samples, checking if reagents are still good, or ordering duplicates of materials you already have buried in a freezer? Paper logbooks can't tell you what's in stock, where it's located, or when it expires. ELabELN's inventory management gives you instant answers. Search by name, location, lot number, or any custom field you create. See real-time stock levels, receive alerts before materials expire, and link inventory directly to experiments so you always know exactly what was used and what's still available.

Whether you're managing a small collection of plasmids or a complex inventory spanning multiple freezers, fridges, and storage locations, ELabELN scales to your needs. Barcode integration speeds up sample tracking, custom fields capture the specific attributes that matter to your research, and usage history shows exactly when and where each item was used. No more mystery samples, forgotten stocks, or wasted money on unnecessary reorders.

Stop Searching for Samples and Start Finding Them Instantly

Stop digging through freezers and guessing at expiration dates. See how simple inventory tracking can be.

Inventory Features That Eliminate Waste and Save Time Every Day

ELabELN's inventory and sample management tools bring order to lab storage chaos. From basic reagent tracking to complex sample collections with custom metadata, these features ensure you always know what you have, where it is, and whether it's still usable. Stop wasting time searching and start spending it on research.

Complete Item Tracking and Documentation
  • Inventory Management

    Manage stocks of reagents, samples, and consumables. Create detailed records for every item in your lab. Track quantities, monitor usage, and maintain complete inventory visibility across all storage locations.

  • Custom Fields

    Add custom fields to inventory items for specific attributes. Capture lot numbers, concentrations, passage numbers, preparation dates, or any metadata relevant to your materials and research needs.

  • Supplier Documentation

    Store supplier information for reagents and equipment. Document vendor contacts, catalog numbers, purchasing details, and reorder information. Streamline procurement and maintain complete material sourcing records.

Location Tracking and Barcode Integration
  • Barcode/QR Code Integration

    Generate and scan barcodes or QR codes for items. Instantly retrieve full records, log usage, or update stock levels. Eliminate manual data entry errors and speed up sample identification.

  • Storage Documentation

    Identify the exact storage location of samples or reagents. Organize inventory by building, room, freezer, shelf, box, and position. Never lose track of where items are stored.

  • Advanced Search and Filtering

    Find items instantly using powerful filters. Search by name, category, location, expiration date, supplier, or custom fields. Saved searches provide quick access to frequently-needed lists.

Automated Monitoring and Alerts
  • Expiry Documentation

    Identify expiration dates to avoid using expired items. Set expiration dates and receive automatic alerts before materials go bad. Schedule reminders so you can use materials before they expire.

  • Stock Level Monitoring

    Track quantities for every item and set minimum thresholds. Get notified when stock runs low so you can reorder before running out. Stop emergency orders and last-minute scrambling.

  • Usage History and Consumption Tracking

    See complete usage history for every item. Track who used what, when, in which experiments, and how much remains. Identify high-consumption items and plan budgets accurately.

Compliance and Audit Support
  • Complete Chain of Custody

    Maintain detailed records of every inventory transaction. Track when items arrived, who accessed them, what they were used for, and final disposition. Essential for compliance and controlled substance tracking.

  • Restricted Access Controls

    Set permissions for sensitive materials. Control who can view, use, or modify specific inventory items. Perfect for hazardous chemicals, controlled substances, or expensive reagents requiring approval.

  • Audit-Ready Reports

    Generate comprehensive inventory reports instantly. Export current stock lists, usage summaries, expiration reports, or custom audit documentation. Provide complete inventory accountability in minutes.

Take Control of Your Lab Inventory Today

Ready to stop searching through freezers and wondering what you actually have in stock? Start your free ELabELN account and discover how simple organized inventory management can be when everything is searchable, trackable, and always up to date. No credit card required, just instant clarity on your samples and supplies.

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Inventory Management Questions Answered: Organizing Your Lab in ELabELN