We help life science laboratories design, build, and optimise automated workflows — from initial assessment and technology selection through to hands-on implementation, integration, and post-deployment support. Practical, workflow-first consulting that deliver slick, flexible, data-rich scientific pipelines.
Lab automation consulting at Next Iteration is hands-on and practical. We don't just write reports — we work alongside your team to understand your workflows, design solutions that fit your real constraints, and support you through to a working, validated outcome.
Our background spans both software engineering and hands-on laboratory automation, meaning we can engage at every level — from bench workflow design through to instrument integration, data pipelines, and AI-enabled tools.
We work in short, iterative cycles so you see progress quickly — and can course-correct before too much is built.
Deep dive into your current workflows, instruments, data systems, team capability, and automation goals. Produces a clear picture of where you are and what's possible.
Co-designed automation architecture, technology recommendations, phased roadmap, and a realistic assessment of effort, cost, and risk.
Hands-on implementation — configuring instruments, writing scripts, building integrations, testing, and validating in your real lab environment.
We work across the full breadth of laboratory automation — physical systems, digital infrastructure, and everything in between.
Designing sample flow, barcoding, chain-of-custody, and audit trail requirements into automated workflows from the start.
Building QC logic, exception handling, and compliance-aware steps into automated processes for GxP and regulated environments.
Designing multi-instrument scheduling systems and workflow orchestration to maximise throughput and reduce idle time.
Ensuring instrument outputs flow automatically into databases, LIMS, ELNs, and analytics tools without manual intervention.
Building working pilots before full commitment — testing assumptions and de-risking larger automation investments.
Staying engaged after go-live to monitor performance, fix issues, and continuously improve the automated system.
Whether you're just starting to think about automation or have a specific project in mind, we'd love to hear about your lab. Describe your workflows and goals — we'll come back with practical ideas.
Based in Australia · Remote consulting available globally · No obligation