Innovation in Laboratories: When technology advances faster than regulation

The ability of analytical laboratories to adopt new technologies is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Automated systems, high-resolution mass spectrometry, and digitalised workflows are enabling laboratories to improve analytical accuracy, productivity, and reliability.

However, in many cases, the official analytical methods required by current regulations have not kept pace with these technological advancements. As a result, laboratories are often required to run innovative methodologies alongside legacy procedures that remain necessary to ensure the legal validity of analytical results.

In the latest article published in T-Magazine, Valeria R. Giancotti, Technical Manager at Laemmegroup, shares the laboratory's experience in implementing an automated workflow for egg pasta and feed analysis. The article explores the opportunities offered by automation while also highlighting the challenges associated with achieving regulatory recognition for new analytical methods.

The article also offers a broader perspective on the future of laboratory testing and the importance of updating regulatory frameworks to keep pace with technological innovation.