Definition
Inventory management tracks on-hand quantities, lot numbers, expiry, and location—including branch transfers for multi-site groups.
Workflow
Issuing reagents to a run should tie consumption to QC lots and patient batches where applicable for trace-back investigations.
Implementation
Initial stock loads, unit conversions, and supplier catalogs require governance; barcoding policies reduce manual entry errors.
Interoperability
Purchasing integrations may use PO exports or vendor portals; the LIS should not duplicate ERP unless intentionally scoped.
