Lab Equipment Calibration Manager
Overview
Developed a comprehensive web-based system for managing laboratory equipment calibration schedules, maintenance records, and compliance tracking. The system streamlines the calibration process and ensures regulatory compliance for laboratory equipment.
Key Features
- Automated Scheduling: Intelligent calibration scheduling system that automatically generates reminders and notifications for upcoming calibrations.
- Equipment Database: Comprehensive database for storing equipment specifications, calibration history, and maintenance records.
- Certificate Management: Digital storage and retrieval of calibration certificates with version control.
- Compliance Tracking: Real-time monitoring of compliance status with regulatory standards (ISO 17025, FDA, etc.).
- Reporting Dashboard: Interactive dashboards with visualizations for calibration status, upcoming deadlines, and compliance metrics.
- User Role Management: Multi-level access control for administrators, technicians, and auditors.
Technical Implementation
- Built RESTful API using Django REST Framework for frontend-backend communication.
- Implemented PostgreSQL database with optimized queries for fast data retrieval.
- Designed notification system using Celery for asynchronous task processing.
- Created automated email alerts for calibration due dates and compliance issues.
- Developed data visualization components using Chart.js for analytics dashboard.
- Implemented secure authentication and authorization using JWT tokens.
Impact
- Reduced calibration scheduling errors by 85% through automation.
- Improved compliance tracking efficiency by 60%.
- Decreased equipment downtime by 40% through proactive maintenance scheduling.
- Streamlined audit processes with centralized record-keeping.
Technologies Used
Backend: Python, Django, Django REST Framework, Celery
Database: PostgreSQL
Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Chart.js
DevOps: Docker, Git