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meeting to discusss custom metal orders sample issues
Aug 28, 2025 06:16 PM
Meeting with Eurobio Scientific
Vin
August 28, 2025 • 30 mins • View Meeting or Ask Fathom
ACTION ITEMS ✨
Investigate 2327 sample mislabeling issue; email Eurobio with findings + correct sample refs for 2326/2327/2342
Nicole Miller
Share meeting notes re Eurobio concerns w/ UTAK upper mgmt; add Eurobio UK to website distributor list
Raleigh Gallina
Discuss 3rd-party QC testing option for custom controls w/ Ruwat tmrw; relay feedback to UTAK
Vin Raninga
MEETING SUMMARY ✨
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Meeting Purpose
Address ongoing issues with sample labeling and logistics for Eurobio Scientific UK's UTAK orders, particularly for two key customers.
Key Takeaways
• Mislabeling of sample 2327 (urine) caused significant confusion and time waste for Eurobio UK team
• Repeated logistical issues are straining the relationship with an important NHS customer
• UTAK proposed switching to third-party QC testing to streamline the process and reduce errors
• Both parties committed to improving communication and processes to prevent future issues
Topics
Sample Mislabeling Issue
• Sample 2327 (urine) was incorrectly labeled, causing confusion with another customer's serum sample (2342)
• Eurobio UK spent 4 hours investigating the discrepancy
• UTAK to investigate internally and provide clarification via email
• Correct sample for Sandwell customer should be 2326 (shipped July 2023)
Customer Relationship Concerns
• Repeated issues with the same NHS customer over 2.5 years
• Risk of losing credibility and future business in the UK market
• Eurobio UK emphasized the need for flawless execution with this particular customer
Process Improvement Proposals
• UTAK suggested switching to third-party QC testing for metal controls and in-process samples
• This would eliminate the need for customer baseline testing and reduce shipping complications
• Estimated cost increase: ~$200 per batch, spread across vials
• Raw results from third-party lab could be shared with customers
Communication and Documentation
• Eurobio UK to update their SOP regarding baseline testing options
• UTAK to add Eurobio UK to their website as an international distributor
• Clarification needed on when customer baseline testing is required vs. third-party QC
Next Steps
• Nicole (UTAK) to investigate sample mislabeling and provide clarification via email
• UTAK to add Eurobio UK to their website as an international distributor
• Vin to discuss third-party QC testing option with Ruwat (Eurobio management)
• Schedule follow-up meeting to discuss operational improvements and documentation updates
• UTAK to review internal processes to prevent future labeling and logistics issues
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Outcome: Information Gathering