Resource Scheduling

iLab Resource Scheduling tool provides an intuitive click-and-drag interface for creating reservations. The robust platform can also be configured to manage complex usage rules, depending on various workflow requirements.

• Set available hours, min/max reservation length, and limit when users can create or edit reservations
• Set varied pricing depending on time of day or type of usage
• Choose to require facility approval on reservations for additional oversight
• Manage user training qualifications and control scheduling access based on training status
• Track usage "passively" though use of iLab's Equipment Usage Tracking application
• Compare scheduled time to actual time
• Bill for scheduled time, actual time, or a combination
• Capture per-unit charges (e.g. per sample, per plate) in addition to, or instead of, hourly rates
• Manage equipment details and pricing without IT support

iLab provides a software that can track the usage on a piece of equipment. This software is installed on a local computer that is connected to the equipment and tracks usage in real-time.

Through iLab, cores can monitor real-time usage and compare against scheduled time through a kiosk-style computer interface. With this feature, reservations will automatically reflect the scheduled and actual usage allowing for a more efficient confirmation and billing process.

iLab Instrument Access Management module allows scheduling-based facilities to manage access of shared equipment through use of a micro-controller. This micro-controller acts as a bridge between iLab and the internal networks on campus, allowing facilities to control access to instruments that are both on an external network or connected locally. – Click to learn more.