LABON: uma proposta de informatização de processos em laboratórios acadêmicos de análises ambientais e de solo

Abstract

This work presents the development and application of Labon, a computerized system designed for the management of academic laboratories, focusing on traceability, organization, and efficient control of materials, equipment, and internal processes. The proposal arose from the identification of recurring gaps in such environments, such as the predominance of manual records, lack of process standardization, and difficulties in maintaining accessible and reliable historical data. The project was based on a literature review of LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems), ELNs (Electronic Laboratory Notebooks), and the guidelines of the ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard. Additionally, a field study was conducted at the Soil Laboratory of IFPE Campus Belo Jardim, which also served as a client during the requirements gathering phase and testing environment. The system includes features such as user-level access control, complete tracking of loans, automatic alerts for validity and inventory, report generation, remote access, action auditing, and real-time monitoring of laboratory operations. Preliminary tests indicated the feasibility of the proposal, with positive feedback from users, even with limited use. Labon proved to be a viable alternative to commercial solutions, especially for small and medium-sized laboratories, promoting standardization, safety, and efficiency in laboratory routines.