Many biotechnology companies feel they cannot afford to have a calibration and/or test equipment repair department. In an attempt to save money, they hire outside vendors on an as needed basis. Allow me to show you why this is not necessarily a money saving strategy. Learn how Promega Corporation, a biotechnology company, uses their Metrology Department to provide comprehensive in-house support for calibration and repair of the large variety of test equipment used throughout the company. The payback of having a metrology department that combines calibration and repair functions can also include substantial savings in both areas, not to mention a 66% decrease in down time for vital test equipment that receives preventive maintenance inspections. These benefits can also be extended to other areas of production, and R&D, both at home and abroad. After looking at the facts you will see that this type of a department is not a financial burden at all. With the initial and long term savings generated through innovation, a proactive philosophy, and learning from their mistakes, you will see how the program literally “pays for itself”. The ability to provide accurate, traceable, and repeatable measurements with your test equipment, through timely calibration and repair support, will not only help your scientists achieve greater results, but can also affect the success and bottom line of your company in a very positive manner. |