ISO 17025 certification (or accreditation) is the gold standard for laboratories, ensuring accurate, consistent, and reliable testing results across industries like healthcare, environmental science, food safety, and cannabis. In this guide, we explore what ISO 17025 certification means, why it matters, and how your lab can achieve it to elevate credibility, meet regulatory standards, and unlock new opportunities. Whether you're just starting your journey or preparing for an audit, this is your roadmap to success.

They’re in your water, your food, even your body. You’ve never seen them, touched them, or even smelled them, yet PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are everywhere—and they’re here to stay. Known as "forever chemicals," these synthetic compounds are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. They’re linked to cancer, hormonal disruption, and other serious health problems. Worse yet, they don’t break down in the environment or your body.

AMCC hits the pause button on its licensing process this Friday. The reason behind this abrupt halt? Potential inconsistencies in the scoring of license applications.

Unlock the hidden power of routine equipment maintenance in your laboratory with our comprehensive guide. Learn how regular upkeep not only extends the lifespan of your equipment but also enhances efficiency, reduces downtime, and ensures consistent, high-quality results. With practical tips and insights, this guide is an essential resource for any laboratory manager committed to operational excellence.

Discover the power of continual improvement in the laboratory setting. Learn why it's crucial for staying competitive, enhancing quality, and maintaining compliance, and explore practical steps for implementation. With insights from Ron Brooks Consulting, understand how embracing continual improvement can help your laboratory achieve and sustain excellence.

In a landmark move, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission has announced the recipients of the state's inaugural medical cannabis business licenses. This pivotal decision marks a new era for Alabama's medical cannabis industry, ushering in a future where medical cannabis plays a vital role in healthcare and wellness. Discover the dawn of licensed operations and learn about the inaugural license recipients in our latest post.

Discover how a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) can transform your laboratory operations by optimizing efficiency, improving quality control, and contributing to sustainability efforts. This blog post delves into the myriad benefits of implementing a LIMS in your lab.

Join us on an enlightening journey through the labyrinth of laboratory excellence, guided by the unparalleled expertise of Ron Brooks Consulting. In this blog post, we reveal how our tailored consulting services are driving success and unlocking the potential in laboratories across diverse sectors.

As the legalization of cannabis continues to spread across the United States, concerns about cannabis-impaired driving have grown. This has led to the search for reliable methods to detect recent cannabis use, similar to the breathalyzer tests used for alcohol. This article explores the challenges and limitations of breath testing for cannabis impairment and discusses potential solutions for ensuring road safety.

As the cannabis industry continues to grow and evolve, so too do the challenges and complexities that come with this rapidly expanding market. One such challenge is the phenomenon known as lab shopping, where cannabis producers and manufacturers seek out testing labs that will give them favorable results for their products. In this article, we'll delve into the world of lab shopping, exploring its impact on the industry and consumers alike, and discussing what can be done to mitigate its risks.

Maintaining your laboratory's analytical equipment is just as important servicing your car. Here are 4 tips for preventing breakdowns in your analytical equipment.

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In this post, we explore what testing is and why cannabis safety testing is important.

The legal cannabis industry in California is one of the largest, most lucrative markets in the world. But with legalization based on the premise of cannabis as medicine, can we trust lab results just like we do in other industries?