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OpenLab CDS
Built-in tools provide time-saving steps in the analysis, interpretation, and reporting workflows while technical controls ensure work quality, effective records management, and enhanced data security. OpenLab CDS is ideal for analytical labs that need the highest level of data integrity.
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- Multi-vendor instrument control – Get the most comprehensive Agilent and non-Agilent instrument control of your LC, GC, LC/MS, GC/MS systems.
- Data integrity and compliance – Meet data integrity standards using built-in technical controls to securely acquire, process, report, and store data in laboratories that must follow the compliance guidelines of FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, GAMP5 as well as ISO/IEC 17025 and EPAs 40 CFR Part 160.
- Custom calculations and reporting – Automate calculations and reduce manual tasks to ensure quality and accuracy. Intuitive functionality makes report generation fast and easy.
- Enhanced data analysis – Speed data review and interpretation and perform basic and complex analysis to quickly identify key information.
- Application-specific software add-ons – Extend functionality or add additional capabilities with software add-ons such as Sample Scheduler, MatchCompare, Deconvolution, GPC, and ADFExport.
- Scalable architecture – Improve lab operations through centralization and get better access to instruments and information with a client/server configuration.
- On-demand learning – Onboard new staff quickly and effectively with a wide variety of learning tools to improve knowledge and performance.
- Automated software migration tools – Preserve result sets, methods, and user and instrument information from legacy ChemStation, ChemStation Edition, EZChrom Edition, and Galaxie CDS.
- Automated qualification tool – Perform software qualification and verification tasks to ensure your software is operating as intended.
- Flexible, remote access – Complete sample processing, review, and approval securely from home with virtualization, networking, and cloud solutions that make remote work simpler, safer, and more productive.
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Fast, flexible, and reliable report generation
Reduce reporting time and ensure your results are clear and meaningful, and your calculations are always correct.
Efficient data analysis
Analyze and interpret data quickly by presenting information visually with visualization and peak assessment tools.
Support for Mass Spectrometry
Acquire, process, and report mass spectrometry data to meet your requirements and complete your workflow.
Automate data migration
Easily migrate your ChemStation or EZChrom data, methods, instrument information, and user roles and privileges.
Automate software verification with Test Services
Performs software verification tasks to confirm that the software is operating as intended.
Effective onboarding for lasting success
Train new staff quickly and get the most out of your software with self-guided learning tools.
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Molecular Weight Confirmation of Oligonucleotides Using Agilent LC/MSD XT and OpenLab CDS
Molecular weight confirmation and simple characterization workflows for synthetic oligos with Agilent LC/MSD XT and MS Spectral Deconvolution feature in OpenLab CDS 2.8.
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What’s new in the latest release of OpenLab CDS?
Learn how new features and enhancements in OpenLab CDS version 2.8 help optimize workflows across energy, chemical, and pharmaceutical labs. This includes new calibration features to save time and reduce errors, enhanced technical controls for data integrity, and improved precision in peak integration.
Can OpenLab CDS be deployed in the cloud?
Labs can now leverage cloud technology when deploying OpenLab CDS so they can scale quickly and better protect their vital data. We have supported deployments of OpenLab CDS and ECM XT on Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure.
What are the system requirements for OpenLab workstations?
See minimum requirements for Agilent OpenLab workstations including PC specifications, network specifications, and operating systems.
Can I upgrade to the newest version of Windows when it is released by Microsoft?
We recommend waiting to upgrade to new versions of Windows until we've fully tested the new version.
Is OpenLab CDS supported with an LTSC version of Microsoft Windows?
While OpenLab CDS is mainly used with standard SASC (semi-annual service channel) versions of Windows included with most personal computers, Agilent does test and support the LTSC (long-term service channel) version.
How to Generate the License File in SubscribeNet
See the process for generating a permanent license file in SubscribeNet for OpenLab CDS software products.
How Do I Install a License File in the OpenLab CDS Control Panel?
View the process for installing a permanent license file for OpenLab CDS software once it has been generated and downloaded from SubscribeNet.
Register an OpenLab CDS License Authorization Code in SubscribeNet
Learn how to create a SubscribeNet account and register OpenLab CDS license authorization codes.
How do I Return an Existing OpenLab CDS License in SubscribeNet?
This procedure outlines the process for returning a previously generated license file for OpenLab CDS software.
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The newest release of OpenLab CDS is here!
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- 04 Dec 2024
Three Winning Arguments to Get Management Approval for a CDS Upgrade
Getting management approval for a chromatography data system (CDS) upgrade is not always easy. Learn winning arguments to get approval for a CDS upgrade in your lab.
OpenLab CDS Webinar Series
Free webinars offering high level training of the latest OpenLAB CDS platform OpenLAB CDS 2.x provides the most complete instrument control of Agilent LC, GC, CE, CE/MS, and LC/MS instruments systems you have now, with limited instrument control of other vendors’ systems.
Data Integrity Webinars & Podcasts
Series of webinars to help your lab prepare for regulatory examination. Stay informed about the latest FDA and global enforcement trends and learn the strategies you can use to stay compliant.
Damian Connolly
Senior Analytical Scientist, APC
I would definitely recommend OpenLab CDS to my colleagues. It offers seamless integration of new equipment into an ever-expanding laboratory.
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Lead Analytical Chemist, Chemours
The flexibility to adjust reports with custom calculations and alerts is unique to the reporting solution.
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Owner CEO, SGB CONSULTORIA QUIMICA LTDA
[OpenLab CDS] is a robust and easy to use system. Excellent in reporting.
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