At Instem, we’re constantly listening to our users and converting that insight into better study management solutions. Today, we’re thrilled to share the results of those efforts. Logbook 6.6 will be released soon, and it brings with it intelligent and dynamic updates that make an already powerful and flexible tool even more powerful.
Whether you’re a lab director or compliance officer, this update is designed to make your life easier.
Here are the seven key upgrades to Logbook in the upcoming 6.6 release:
Seamless Integrations
1. Direct Desktop Apps Integrations
Need to connect your legacy systems or internal tools with Logbook? Now we can. With some coding, users and Instem teams can push data directly into Logbook, improving connectivity across systems and making it an even more comprehensive ELN.
2. Effortless Web App Data Pulls (No Coding Required)
With secure API queries and configuration-based setup, you can now pull data into Logbook from key platforms like:
- Instem APIs
- Benchling
- Dotmatics
- Titian Mosaic
This no-code configuration simplifies SAAS deployments, removing the need for direct database connections and making your infrastructure more scalable.
Smarter Forms and Reports
3. New Calculation Logic Between Panels
Create more dynamic, intelligent forms with new logic that allows data calculations across panels. This upgrade improves usability, reduces errors, and empowers more automated workflows inside your ELN.
4. Token Substitution Screen for Faster Report Building
We’ve added a brand new screen that shows which field and chapter names can be used in reports and calculations. This means building forms and reports is now faster, easier, and more accurate.
5. Enhanced Search with New Precision Parameters
Logbook 6.6 brings enhanced search functionality, giving you more parameter options so you can find exactly the data you need—faster and with greater precision.
6. New Image Annotation Tools Inside Logbook
We’re introducing a new electronic lab notebook drawing tool! You can now annotate directly on User-selected pictures and fixed template images. This is ideal for marking things like:
- Injection sites
- Pup locations
- Surgical incisions
- Graph trends
- And more
This makes it easier to document, review, and share visual information in the ELN within your team.
Audit Trails Are Here
7. Full Audit Trails for GxP Compliance
Logbook 6.6 adds comprehensive audit tracking across all page types. This ensures traceability, reduces user error, and supports GxP compliance—giving you more confidence in your documentation processes.
Experience Logbook in Action
Logbook 6.6 represents our ongoing commitment to delivering tools that evolve with your science. From providing more integrations to enabling simpler compliance and data handling in your lab, this update helps your research teams work smarter, faster, and more collaboratively.
We’re incredibly proud of what this release brings to the table and can’t wait for you to experience it firsthand. There are many other ELN features being rolled out with Logbook 6.6 that are best showcased in a live demo. Contact us to request a 30min demo today!
Ready to upgrade your ELN experience?
Get in touch today to begin digitizing your lab with Logbook.
