When working with different people, especially across multiple sites, a way to communicate with each other is essential to avoid confusion and unnecessary work. Therefore, BioARCHIVE includes a query system that allows you to ask questions about specific data. Several messages can be added to a query and the system visualizes whether the corresponding task has already been completed or not.

Display and create tasks for entire projects and individual data fields

You can view existing queries and create new ones for each project tab for each case or sample. Simply click on the comment icon next to the case or topic number. If you have a more specific question, you can also create queries for each individual field. For this purpose, there is a small comment icon to the right of each input element.

A window appears that displays any existing messages and serves as a form for creating a new message or a reply. If a query exists, it is also possible to switch the completed status.

Note that if you are friends with other labs or workgroups, you can also send requests to their data and exchange messages with them.

Notification system for tasks

BioARCHIVE offers a clearly structured notification system with visual cues and direct navigation so that you do not miss any open questions or unfinished tasks.

Visual cues – directly on the data field

• Red, flashing icon:
  Indicates that a task has not yet been completed

• Flashing highlighting of the field:
  The affected input field is also highlighted

• Direct access via magnifying glass:
  One click takes you immediately to the relevant case and field

Notification area – always in view

• Bell icon top right:
  Shows all central notifications

• Red, flashing symbol next to the bell:
  Indicates new tasks, messages or FAQ entries

• One click is all it takes:
  Opens a list of all open tasks

Fast processing & overview

• Jump straight to the right case
  – navigate to the relevant location at the touch of a button

• Call up the task overview
  – at the end of the list you will find a link to the complete overview of all tasks

Effective use – so you always stay informed

• Keep an eye on flashing symbols

• Respond to new notifications

• Edit tasks directly from the list

• Use the overview to keep track of all open tasks