Resources for Laboratory Professionals
Access information, documentation, and tools to help you understand and evaluate Silabmed Laboratory Information System.
Product Information
System Overview
Hosted in Canadian Data Centers Our cloud solution provides secure, reliable access to Silabmed from anywhere while maintaining data residency in Canada.
TGV Certification Information Learn about our TGV certification from MSSS Quebec and what it means for your laboratory.
Integration Capabilities Details on systems and instruments that Silabmed integrates with, including DSQ/COCD, EMR systems, and laboratory instruments.
Technical Documentation
For Evaluation
System Requirements Technical specifications for hosting Silabmed on-premise or understanding our cloud infrastructure.
Security Overview Information about our security architecture, compliance measures, and data protection.
Integration Specifications Technical details for interfacing Silabmed with your existing systems and instruments.
Implementation Resources
Planning Your LIMS Project
Implementation Guide Overview of the typical implementation process, timeline, and success factors for deploying Silabmed in your laboratory.
Key phases:
- Requirements gathering and planning
- System configuration
- Data migration (if applicable)
- Integration setup
- User training
- Go-live and optimization
Timeline: Typical implementations range from 8-20 weeks depending on complexity, laboratory size, and customization requirements.
Planning Your LIMS Project
Workflow Configuration Silabmed can be configured to match your laboratory’s specific workflows, test menus, and reporting requirements.
Integration Planning Work with our team to plan integration with your instruments, EMR systems, and healthcare networks.
Training Requirements Understanding training needs for administrators, laboratory staff, and end users.
Case Study (Available Upon Request)
Real Laboratory Experience
While we maintain client confidentiality, we can provide anonymized examples of how laboratories have successfully implemented Silabmed.
Topics available:
- Clinical laboratory workflow optimization
- Integration with Quebec healthcare systems (DSQ/COCD)
- Instrument connectivity implementation
- Multi-location laboratory deployment
Webinars & Educational Content
Understanding Laboratory Information Systems
Upcoming Topics:
- “Introduction to Laboratory Information Systems: What is a LIMS/LIS?”
- “Integration with Quebec Healthcare Systems: DSQ and COCD”
- “Laboratory Compliance and Accreditation: Using Technology to Support Quality”
- “Choosing a Laboratory Information System: Key Considerations”
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
Silabmed is designed for healthcare laboratories including hospital clinical labs, private diagnostic laboratories, medical clinics with in-house testing, reference laboratories, and public health laboratories.
TGV (Test de Gestion de Version) certification from MSSS Quebec validates that our system meets government standards for laboratory information systems in Quebec healthcare. This certification demonstrates compliance with provincial requirements for security, functionality, and integration.
Yes, Silabmed has full bilingual capability with complete English and French interfaces, reports, and documentation.
SilabmedLite allows you to manage and control the expenses related to the cost of laboratory activities.
Technical Questions
Silabmed offers cloud-hosted (SaaS) deployment in Canadian data centers, on-premise installation, or hybrid configurations.
Cloud deployments use Canadian data centers. On-premise deployments store data within your own infrastructure.
Silabmed includes OWASP CRS compliance, HSTS security headers, encrypted connections, X.509 digital signatures, comprehensive audit trails, and regular security assessments.
We support HL7v3 and HL7v2 messaging, RESTful APIs, and standard laboratory instrument interfaces.
Implementation Questions
Implementation timelines vary based on laboratory size and requirements, typically ranging from 8-20 weeks from project start to go-live.
We provide administrator training, end-user training, and ongoing user documentation. Training is available in both English and French.
Yes, our Montreal-based team provides bilingual technical support during business hours with options for extended coverage.
We can arrange demonstrations and, depending on your situation, may be able to provide evaluation access. Contact us to discuss options.
Pricing Questions
Pricing varies based on laboratory size, deployment model (cloud vs. on-premise), number of users, and required features. Contact us for a customized quote based on your specific needs.
Cloud deployments have monthly or annual subscription fees including hosting, support, and updates. On-premise deployments have one-time licensing with optional annual support contracts.