LabVantage Solutions, Inc., a global provider of laboratory informatics solutions and services, today announced the launch of LabVantage CORTEX, its next-generation artificial intelligence (AI), analytics, and automation platform. This announcement represents a strategic evolution of the company’s laboratory informatics portfolio, integrating advanced AI and smarter automation into the core LabVantage LIMS experience to help labs operate with greater accuracy, efficiency, and confidence.
LabVantage CORTEX is built to support the growing demand for intelligent, automated laboratory environments across industries such as pharmaceutical and biotech, food and beverage, oil and gas, and forensics. LabVantage CORTEX provides a customer-centric AI analytics and automation ecosystem that helps laboratories improve efficiency, reduce errors, and deepen data insights to accelerate research and development. This change is timely, as a recent survey found that more than 75% of labs plan to implement AI and machine learning technologies within the next two years. LabVantage CORTEX complements and extends the functionality of LabVantage LIMS, enabling a more adaptable and self-optimizing laboratory environment.
LabVantage CORTEX is more than just an upgrade. It’s a fundamental rethink of how labs interact with data and processes, and LabVantage CORTEX puts customers at the forefront of lab innovation, enabling autonomous workflows, predictive quality control, and seamless regulatory compliance. ”
Gary Stimson, Principal Architect and Head of AI Technology, LabVantage Solutions
A platform built for modern laboratory automation
At the core of LabVantage CORTEX is the marriage of AI-driven innovation and a stable LIMS environment. LabVantage CORTEX is a multi-tenant, cloud-native platform that allows autonomous AI agents to orchestrate complex inspection tasks within a core LIMS. This approach allows laboratories to implement rapid advances in AI without the risk of downtime or system-wide upgrades.
By leveraging this cloud-native foundation, LabVantage offers a seamless, low-risk migration path for existing customers. Designed as a cloud-native Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)-based platform, LabVantage CORTEX seamlessly integrates with Internet of Things (IoT) devices and digital twin technologies to support real-time environmental monitoring, predictive maintenance, and proactive lab management. Together, these capabilities help labs stay agile, scalable, and ready for future demands.
Mikael Hagstroem, CEO of LabVantage Solutions, explained that LabVantage CORTEX is a testament to the company’s vision for an autonomous lab ecosystem where agent AI allows scientists to focus on discovery rather than day-to-day tasks. He further stated: “LabVantage is committed to steadily improving LabVantage CORTEX with semantic capabilities, more agentic AI capabilities, and seamless integration with new technologies. Our goal is to help our customers accelerate discovery and reach market faster, while supporting scientific progress and operational efficiency.”
Intelligent features that deliver tangible results
LabVantage CORTEX introduces a variety of AI-enabled features designed to address persistent operational challenges, including:
- Worksheet assistance to assist with data entry and analysis.
- Sample management assistance to simplify repetitive processes and optimize resources.
- Assistance with stability studies to monitor product trends and develop protocols.
- Streamline processes and free up laboratory personnel’s time. and
- Automated compliance monitoring according to FDA, EMA and ISO standards.
These features are intended to reduce manual effort, minimize errors, streamline workflows, and provide actionable insights throughout the laboratory lifecycle.
To find out how LabVantage CORTEX can optimize your lab operations, visit www.labvantage.com or meet a LabVantage leader at Pittcon 2026 (March 7-11) in San Antonio, Texas (Henry B. González Convention Center, booth #2837).
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