January 2026 Newsletter - Best LIS Systems in 2026
Top Laboratory Information Systems Compared for Clinical, Pathology, and Outreach Labs
A laboratory information system (LIS) is no longer just diagnostic lab software that tracks specimens and reports results. Today’s modern medical LIS platforms manage the entire analytical and financial lifecycle of the laboratory, from order intake and specimen tracking to workflow orchestration, quality management, compliance, and lab revenue cycle management. As laboratories grow more complex, the LIS has become a true system of action, coordinating people, instruments, data, and processes in real time to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and support sustainable growth.
At the same time, the definition of the “best LIS system” has fundamentally changed. Operational friction now accumulates through dozens of small gaps: incomplete orders, manual workarounds, disconnected systems, and limited visibility into where bottlenecks form. These inefficiencies quietly slow turnaround times, strain staff, and erode margins. In this guide, we explore how leading laboratories are rethinking their lab information system strategy, moving toward unified, all-in-one informatics platforms that orchestrate end-to-end workflows, eliminate silos, and provide the visibility, automation, and control needed to scale with confidence in 2026 and beyond.
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Upcoming Webinar: Turning Workflow Insight into Measurable Lab Performance
Turning workflow insight into measurable performance requires more than intuition or generic benchmarks; it requires a clear, data-driven understanding of how work actually moves through your lab.
In this upcoming webinar, Turning Workflow Insight into Measurable Lab Performance, industry experts Jenny Bull and Allison Still will show how structured LIS System Assessments and Opportunity Reports uncover hidden constraints, reveal missed automation opportunities, and translate operational insight into practical action. You’ll learn how leading labs use real-world assessments to improve throughput, optimize staffing, and build a foundation for successful LIS modernization and automation, starting with the right questions, the right data, and the right next steps.
This webinar is designed for lab leaders who are:
- Evaluating an LIS upgrade or replacement
- Planning workflow or automation improvements
- Seeking greater ROI from their existing LIS
- Looking for practical, actionable guidance
Webinar Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm Eastern | 10:00 am Pacific
Location: Online (link provided upon registration)
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Reducing Clicks, Restoring Focus: How Embedded Speech-to-Text is Transforming Pathology Workflows
Pathologists are among the most highly trained specialists in healthcare, yet much of their day is still consumed by keyboards, mouse clicks, and fragmented dictation tools that sit outside the laboratory information system. Even in digitally mature pathology practices, routine documentation and navigation can interrupt concentration, slow sign-out, and contribute to fatigue. As case volumes rise and workforce pressures persist, reducing this friction has become an operational and strategic priority.
With the release of its new speech-to-text integration, LigoLab is taking a meaningful step toward a more natural anatomic pathology LIS workflow. By embedding AI-powered dictation and voice navigation directly into its LIS software, rather than bolting on a standalone tool, the platform allows pathologists to document findings, navigate cases, and finalize reports with fewer interruptions and greater efficiency. The result is a smarter, more intuitive way for pathologists to apply their expertise where it matters most.
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