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Closing the Loop on Lab Issues Let’s be honest—most labs struggle to close the loop after inspections. Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) get lost in emails, follow-ups fall through the cracks, and the same issues keep resurfacing. But it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right system, CAPA can go from stressful and scattered to clear, trackable, and fast. Here’s how SeeSOR makes CAPA actually work for you, your team, and your compliance goals. The Problem with Traditional CAPA Most CAPA processes are built on: Manual reminders (emails, sticky notes, calendar pings) Disjointed documentation (findings here, actions there) No accountability tracking (who’s responsible? When's it due?) This creates chaos, delays, and worse recurring compliance violations. SeeSOR’s Solution: Built-In CAPA Workflows With SeeSOR, CAPA isn’t an afterthought it’s integrated directly into the inspection process. Here’s how it works: 1. Identify the Issue During inspection, an item is marked...

What It Is and Why It Matters for Lab Inspections When it comes to lab inspections, not all findings are created equal. A minor label issue and a major biosafety violation shouldn’t carry the same weight—and that’s exactly where weighted scoring comes in. If you’re still using pass/fail checklists or basic scoring systems, you might be missing the bigger picture. Let’s break down what weighted scoring is, how it works in SeeSOR , and why it matters more than you think. What Is Weighted Scoring? Weighted scoring assigns more importance (or "weight") to certain inspection categories or questions based on risk, relevance, or regulatory priority. For example: Labeling errors might carry a weight of 1 Ventilation system failure might carry a weight of 3 Each item contributes proportionally to the final score—giving you a more meaningful assessment of the lab’s compliance and safety posture. Why Basic Scoring Falls Short With traditional scoring (like 1 point per question), a...

  Ever wonder what a lab inspection should feel like? For many inspectors, the day involves juggling paper checklists, snapping photos on their phone, handwriting notes, and later—spending hours typing up a report. It’s slow, error-prone, and exhausting. Now let’s compare that to a day in the life of an inspector using SeeSOR , ASC Group’s digital inspection and compliance platform.  8:00 AM — Inspection Prep (5 minutes) Without SeeSOR: You spend 30–60 minutes gathering the correct checklists, printing them, reviewing past reports, and trying to remember which lab had unresolved issues. With SeeSOR: You open your tablet and view today’s inspection checklist—already tailored to this lab's requirements. Previous inspections, CAPA items, and lab history are instantly available to review if needed in preparation of today’s inspection(s). 9:00 AM — Onsite Walkthrough Without SeeSOR: You carry clipboards and your phone. You take photos, jot notes, and hope nothing gets misplaced...

  Inspections are supposed to make labs safer, more compliant, and more efficient—but outdated methods can actually create more problems than they solve. Manual checklists. Disconnected reports. Missed follow-ups. Sound familiar? Let’s break down how using a digital inspection tool like SeeSOR saves time, reduces risk, and improves outcomes across the board. 1. Save Hours on Every Inspection Traditional problem: Inspectors spend extra time preparing, conducting, and reporting inspections—especially when dealing with paper or Excel-based processes. Digital solution: With SeeSOR, you can: Use mobile tablets to conduct inspections on the spot Auto-generate reports with scoring, photos, and notes already included Preload inspections where connectivity not available Time saved: Teams using SeeSOR have reported cutting inspection time by 30–50% . 2. Standardize Processes Across Labs Traditional problem: Different inspectors use different checklists, scoring methods, and reporting s...