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J Ormand¹, J Bruner, L Birkemo

¹Glaxo Wellcome, Research Triangle Park, NC, USA.

Journal of Automated Methods & Management in Chemistry

|October 18, 2008

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Area of Science:

Organizational behavior
Information systems
Automation strategy

Background:

Companies adopted matrix structures in the late 1990s to improve communication and technology development.
A matrix culture facilitates cross-boundary collaboration in organizational and global settings.
Glaxo Wellcome implemented a matrix culture reflected in its automation strategy, balancing centralized and decentralized resources.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide an overview of the Group Development Operations Information Systems Robotics Team's role as a centralized resource.
To outline the team's strategy for influencing global automation strategies.
To share insights on successes, failures, and future directions in laboratory automation.

Main Methods:

Describing the organizational structure and the role of the centralized robotics team.
Analyzing the impact of matrix culture on communication and technology development.
Presenting case examples of automation initiatives.

Main Results:

The matrix culture presents challenges in communication and technology development management.
The centralized team aims to evolve from a technology resource to a strategic influencer.
Past successes and failures in automation are being analyzed to inform future directions.

Conclusions:

Successfully navigating matrix culture challenges is crucial for effective automation strategy.
The team's evolution towards strategic influence is key to optimizing global laboratory automation.
Continuous evaluation of successes and failures will drive future advancements in automation.