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Looker, Google Cloud’s business intelligence platform, enables you to chat with your data. Organizations turn to Looker for self-service and governed BI, to build custom applications with trusted metrics, or to bring Looker modeling to their existing environment. The result is improved data engineering efficiency and true business transformation. Looker is reinventing business intelligence for the modern company. Looker works the way the web does: browser-based, its unique modeling language lets any employee leverage the work of your best data analysts. Operating 100% in-database, Looker capitalizes on the newest, fastest analytic databases—to get real results, in real time.

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QBench is a cloud-based Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) designed to help laboratories manage samples, workflows, data, inventory, reporting, quality processes, and client interactions in one platform. Labs use QBench to manage laboratory operations from order placement and sample processing through results and automated reporting. The platform is highly configurable, allowing laboratories to build workflows, define custom data fields, and automate processes around the way their lab already operates. QBench also helps laboratories reduce manual work by connecting instruments, software, and other systems through file parsers and a robust API. These integrations can automate data transfer between systems, reducing repetitive data entry and the risk of transcription errors. Labs can connect QBench to business intelligence tools, including Tableau, Power BI, Domo, and Looker, via REST API. Key QBench capabilities include: Sample and workflow management Configurable laboratory workflows and custom data fields Workflow automation Instrument and system integrations File parsing and API connectivity Inventory management Client portal access Automated reporting Analytics and operational insights Business intelligence integrations with Tableau, Power BI, Domo, and Looker via REST API Integrated Quality Management System (QMS) capabilities Unlike LIMS platforms that require extensive custom development to accommodate laboratory processes, QBench is designed to be configurable and adaptable as workflows change. Laboratories can modify processes, fields, and automations without relying heavily on custom code. QBench is cloud-based, giving laboratory teams secure access to their LIMS while bringing laboratory data, workflows, automation, quality management, and reporting together within a centralized platform. QBench also supports customers with a team that includes former bench scientists who understand laboratory workflows and can provide guidance throughout implementation and ongoing use.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Data and business teams interested in a powerful data analytics, business intelligence, and data visualization solution

Audience

Laboratory Managers, Laboratory Directors, Laboratory Techs, Laboratory Operations Staff

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Looker (Google Cloud core) offer three platform editions:

Standard: A Looker (Google Cloud core) product for small organizations or teams with fewer than 50 users that includes one production instance, 10 Standard Users, 2 Developer Users, upgrades, up to 1,000 query-based API calls per month, and up to 1,000 administrative API calls per month.

Enterprise: A Looker (Google Cloud core) product with enhanced security features for a wide variety of internal BI and analytics use cases that includes one production instance, 10 Standard Users, 2 Developer Users, upgrades, up to 100,000 query-based API calls per month, and up to 10,000 administrative API calls per month.

Embed: A Looker (Google Cloud core) product for deploying and maintaining external analytics and custom applications at scale that includes one production instance, 10 Standard Users, 2 Developer Users, upgrades, up to 500,000 query-based API calls per month, and up to 100,000 administrative API calls per month.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

$275/user/month
Foundation: $275/user/month
Growth: $325/user/month
Advanced: $425/user/month
Enterprise: Contact Us

See features by subscription package on our website!
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.8 / 5
ease 4.3 / 5
features 4.7 / 5
design 4.5 / 5
support 4.7 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • My favorite aspect of Looker is its customizable in dashboard design compared to the similar products.
  • Looker offers an intuitive interface that facilitates the creation of customized reports. The ability to integrate with multiple data sources is impressive, enabling deeper and more comprehensive analysis. In addition, the real-time data exploration feature is crucial for making informed decisions quickly, which is vital in our dynamic work environment.
  • Looker is great for data analytics needs and can transform complex data into insights. Modern interface makes it incredibly easy to build and customize reports.
  • Its ability to visualize data in a clear and understandable way makes it easy to identify unusual patterns or potential threats through interactive and customizable dashboards. Looker's ability to create detailed and automated reports is another great advantage. This not only saves time, but also ensures that reports are always up-to-date, which is crucial for informed decision making and regulatory compliance.
  • Looker has the ability to integrate with multiple data sources, making it easy to create custom reports and dashboards. I value the collaboration features, such as the ability to easily share reports and dashboards with colleagues. This improves team communication and helps make informed data-driven decisions. In addition, the ability to customize visualizations to the client's needs adds significant value to our service.

Cons

  • It's a bit costlier than other options available.
  • While Looker is powerful, the initial setup can be complex and requires a significant investment of time and resources.
  • UI can be complex for new users and Third party integration should be added.
  • One concern is the initial setup complexity. Integrating and organizing data from various sources can be challenging, requiring significant time and resources up front.
  • The lack of some export features may frustrate users who need to work with data in other formats.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Company Information

Google
Founded: 1998
United States
cloud.google.com/looker/

Company Information

QBench
Founded: 2015
United States
qbench.com

Alternatives

Alternatives

Lockbox LIMS

Lockbox LIMS

Third Wave Analytics
AgroMetrisis

AgroMetrisis

Eliotis Software
LabHQ LIMS

LabHQ LIMS

Broughton Software
LabWare LIMS

LabWare LIMS

LabWare

Categories

AI Data Analytics Supported
Big Data Supported
Dashboard Supported
Data Analysis Supported
Data Collaboration Supported
Data Engineering Supported
Data Modeling Supported
Data Visualization Supported
Digital Analytics Supported
Embedded Analytics Supported
Reporting Supported
Sales Analytics Supported
Web Analytics Supported

Categories

Barcode Generators Supported

QBench can generate Linear and 2D barcode labels as part of its sample management workflows and can integrate with barcode or RFID systems for sample identification. Labs can create and scan barcode labels, track samples from intake through storage and disposal, and use barcodes or labels for quick and accurate inventory data input. QBench also supports barcode generation for reagent and consumable tracking within laboratory inventory workflows.

Chemical Supported

QBench is a configurable cloud-based LIMS for laboratories working in chemicals and analytical chemistry. Labs can log samples, assign analyses, track test progress, capture data, integrate analytical instruments, automate workflows, and generate reports. Configurable fields, instrument integrations, no-code automation tools, and a REST API help laboratories manage data and adapt testing workflows as their needs change.

Chemical Inventory Supported

QBench's integrated inventory management tools help labs centralize reagents, consumables, assays, and equipment. Labs can create and manage inventory items, track reagent and consumable lots and usage throughout testing, automate stock consumption, receive low-stock and expiration alerts, block expired stock, and track inventory and per-use costs. QBench also supports custom inventory fields, attachments, notes, and barcode or label generation for faster data entry.

Food Safety Supported

QBench is a configurable LIMS for food and beverage testing labs and supports food safety testing. Labs can trace products to lots, suppliers, and ingredients; manage product specifications; standardize data entry and calculations with method-specific worksheets; automate batch workflows; and generate COAs. QBench also supports testing areas such as allergen testing, microorganism testing, pesticide residue testing, mycotoxin testing, heavy metal testing, and shelf-life testing, with chain of custody and support for FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

Lab Automation Supported

QBench provides configurable, no-code laboratory workflow automation within its cloud-based LIMS. Labs can automate workflows, reports, status changes, data transcription, test reruns, and inventory usage without custom coding. QBench can also sync instrument data into the LIMS and uses a REST API for integrations and custom automations. Its automation tools are designed to reduce repetitive manual work and help labs process samples more efficiently.

QBench includes cloud-based laboratory inventory management integrated with its LIMS. Labs can create and manage inventory items, track reagent and consumable lots and usage, automate stock consumption during tests or batches, receive low-stock alerts, block expired stock, and track inventory and per-use costs. QBench also supports custom fields, attachments, notes, and barcode or label generation for inventory records.

Life Sciences Supported

QBench is a cloud-based LIMS for biotech and life sciences labs. It supports management of projects, samples, protocols, tests, and results reporting, along with configurable workflows, custom fields, instrument integration, analytics, and BI integrations. QBench's no-code automations and REST API help labs connect systems and reduce manual work. QBench supports scientific disciplines including analytical chemistry, microbiology, molecular testing, physical testing, and microscopy, and supports FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

LIMS Supported

QBench is a cloud-based Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for managing and automating laboratory workflows from sample receiving through reporting and billing. It centralizes sample and workflow tracking, reporting, quality management, inventory, billing, and analytics. Labs can track orders, samples, and tests; configure custom fields and no-code automations; sync instrument data; generate reports and COAs; and connect other systems through QBench's REST API.

Medical Lab Supported

QBench is a cloud-based LIMS for clinical and healthcare testing labs. It supports management of patient samples, test requests, and results; automated reporting; and integrations with instruments, EMR systems, and regulatory systems through its REST API. QBench supports clinical testing areas including diagnostics, pathology, microbiology, genetics, molecular testing, hematology, clinical chemistry, virology, and more. QBench is HIPAA compliant and supports CLIA certification.

Nutrition Analysis Supported

QBench is a configurable cloud-based LIMS for food and beverage testing labs, including labs performing nutrient content testing and composition analysis. Labs can track lots, suppliers, ingredients, and samples; manage product specifications and nutritional content requirements; build method-specific worksheets; standardize calculations; automate workflows; and generate COAs. QBench can track food, supplements, beverages, produce, packaged food, feed, and other sample types with configurable metadata and testing specifications.

Pathology Supported

QBench is a cloud-based LIMS for clinical and healthcare testing labs and explicitly supports pathology. Labs can manage patient samples, test requests, and results; automate reporting; and connect instruments, EMR systems, and regulatory systems through the QBench API. QBench also supports related clinical disciplines including diagnostics, microbiology, genetics, molecular testing, hematology, clinical chemistry, virology, and cytogenetics. QBench is HIPAA compliant and supports CLIA certification.

QBench is a configurable cloud-based LIMS for biotech and life sciences laboratories, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology environments with regulated data and workflow requirements. QBench supports sample and test workflow management, no-code automation, instrument and software integrations, reporting, integrated QMS capabilities, audit trails, and electronic signatures. QBench supports FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance and GxP guidelines and provides tools for laboratories managing complex, regulated workflows.

Quality Management Supported

QBench combines LIMS and integrated QMS tools in one cloud-based platform. Labs can track and resolve issues, root causes, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA); manage instrument calibration, maintenance, and issues; create and update SOPs and training materials; store lab documentation; and configure logs for their needs. QBench connects quality records with laboratory workflows so teams can manage quality and compliance data without purchasing a separate QMS.

Big Data Features

Collaboration Supported
Data Blends Supported
Data Cleansing Supported
Data Mining Supported
Data Visualization Supported
Data Warehousing Not Supported
High Volume Processing Supported
No-Code Sandbox Supported
Predictive Analytics Not Supported
Templates Supported

Business Intelligence Features

Ad Hoc Reports Supported
Benchmarking Supported
Budgeting & Forecasting Supported
Dashboard Supported
Data Analysis Supported
Key Performance Indicators Supported
Natural Language Generation (NLG) Not Supported
Performance Metrics Supported
Predictive Analytics Not Supported
Profitability Analysis Supported
Strategic Planning Supported
Trend / Problem Indicators Supported
Visual Analytics Supported

Business Performance Management Features

Ad hoc Analysis Supported
Ad Hoc Reports Supported
Budgeting & Forecasting Supported
Consolidation / Roll-Up Not Supported
Dashboard Supported
Key Performance Indicators Supported
Predictive Analytics Not Supported
Qualitative Analysis Not Supported
Quantitative Analysis Supported
Scorecarding Not Supported
Strategic Planning Not Supported

Dashboard Features

Annotations Supported
Data Source Integrations Supported
Functions / Calculations Supported
Interactive Supported
KPIs Supported
OLAP Supported
Private Dashboards Supported
Public Dashboards Supported
Scorecards Supported
Themes Supported
Visual Analytics Supported
Widgets Supported

Data Analysis Features

Data Discovery Not Supported
Data Visualization Supported
High Volume Processing Not Supported
Predictive Analytics Supported
Regression Analysis Not Supported
Sentiment Analysis Not Supported
Statistical Modeling Supported
Text Analytics Supported

Data Visualization Features

Analytics Supported
Content Management Supported
Dashboard Creation Supported
Filtered Views Supported
OLAP Not Supported
Relational Display Not Supported
Simulation Models Not Supported
Visual Discovery Supported

Embedded Analytics Features

Ad hoc Query Supported
Application Development Supported
Benchmarking Supported
Dashboard Supported
Interactive Reports Supported
Mobile Reporting Supported
Multi-User Collaboration Supported
Self Service Analytics Supported
Streaming Analytics Supported
Visual Workflow Management Supported

Marketing Analytics Features

A/B Testing Not Supported
Campaign Management Not Supported
Channel Attribution Not Supported
Customer Journey Mapping Not Supported
Dashboard Supported
Performance Metrics Supported
Predictive Analytics Supported
ROI Tracking Supported
Social Media Metrics Supported
Website Analytics Supported

Reporting Features

Customizable Dashboard Supported
Data Source Connectors Not Supported
Drag & Drop Supported
Drill Down Supported
Email Reports Not Supported
Financial Reports Supported
Forecasting Supported
Marketing Reports Supported
OLAP Not Supported
Report Export Supported
Sales Reports Supported
Scheduled / Automated Reports Supported

Sales Analytics Features

Collaboration Tools Not Supported
Dashboards Supported
Forecasting Analytics Supported
Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) Not Supported
Lead Analytics Not Supported
Pipeline Management Not Supported
Predictive Forecasting Supported
Predictive Lead Scoring Supported
Sales Intelligence Reporting Supported

Web Analytics Features

Campaign Management Supported
Conversion Tracking Supported
Form Analytics Not Supported
Goal Tracking Supported
Keyword Tracking Supported
Multiple Site Management Not Supported
Pageview Tracking Not Supported
Referral Source Tracking Supported
Site Search Tracking Supported
Time on Site Tracking Supported
User Interaction Tracking Supported

LIMS Features

Audit Trail Supported
Certificates of Analysis Supported
Data Import / Export Supported
Electronic Laboratory Notebook Not Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Lab Instrument Interface Supported
Reporting & Statistics Supported
Sample Tracking Supported
Specification Management Supported
Workflow Management Supported

Lab Inventory Management Features

Barcode Scanning Supported
Expiration Date Management Supported
Purchasing Not Supported
Reorder Management Supported
Sample Management Supported
Supply Management Supported
Usage Tracking Supported
Vendor Management Supported

Medical Lab Features

Audit Trail Supported
Data Analysis Auditing Supported
Data Security Supported
EMR Interface Supported
Fax Management Not Supported
Lab Instrument Interface Supported
Multi-Location Printing Not Supported
Online Instrumentation Supported
Physician Test Panels Supported
Procedure-Based Billing Supported
Sample Tracking Supported

Integrations

HubSpot CRM Supported
HubSpot Customer Platform Supported
QuickBooks Online Supported
Aleph Supported
Azquo Supported
Census Supported
Data Virtuality Supported
DataHawk Supported
DataHub Supported
Drivetrain Supported
Exatom Supported
Kleene Supported
Latitude Supported
LinkedIn Supported
Lyftrondata Supported
Matik Supported
MeasureMatch Supported
Metaplane Supported
Microsoft 365 Not Supported
Storydoc Supported

Integrations

HubSpot CRM Supported
HubSpot Customer Platform Supported
QuickBooks Online Supported
Aleph Not Supported
Azquo Not Supported
Census Not Supported
Data Virtuality Not Supported
DataHawk Not Supported
DataHub Not Supported
Drivetrain Not Supported
Exatom Not Supported
Kleene Not Supported
Latitude Not Supported
LinkedIn Not Supported
Lyftrondata Not Supported
Matik Not Supported
MeasureMatch Not Supported
Metaplane Not Supported
Microsoft 365 Supported
Storydoc Not Supported
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