BioVoice News March 2017 Issue 10 Volume 1 | Page 45

The market has not evolved in terms of forecasting . So , when we don ’ t get the forecast , it is difficult for us to deliver on time . We are increasingly seeking clarity from the market and the customers should give us clarity for improved services .
move ahead with times .
Q : Which are the new product launches from BD Bioscience in the recent times ?
We have done significantly well with our new launches . We have launched several instruments to fill in the gap left by the current ones . We have many clinical and research platforms , both analyzers and sorters which fit into almost all the requirements of customers . One of the top ones is BD FACS Presto followed by BD FACS Celesta that was launched last year . Going forward , now we are getting ready to launch BD FACS Lyric and BD FACS Melody . These will help us to supplement and compliment the needs of the customers . The need based products will help in meeting specific requirements .
FACS Melody is a research platform and is an excellent benchtop cell sorter . Few scientists want the personal sorter due to time constraints . It will benefit those who are working in isolation . Very
The market has not evolved in terms of forecasting . So , when we don ’ t get the forecast , it is difficult for us to deliver on time . We are increasingly seeking clarity from the market and the customers should give us clarity for improved services .
efficient and occupies lesser space . FACS Lyric on the other hand is focused on more number of sensor and colors , as per wishes of customers to be able to get more output . It has 3 lasers and configuration ranges from 4,6 . We are starting with this configuration and if customers want more , we can always upgrade it . As in when the customer requirements change , we adapt .
Q : How has your collaboration with the Jamia Hamdard University on skills training shaped up ?
We continue to use the BD-Jamia FACSTM Academy for imparting two to three days hands-on training and skill development programmes . A lot of associates and research scholars are provided the free training . A lot of institutes are connecting with us through Jamia to get the firsthand experience on the ways to do sorting and cell analysis .
We routinely conduct channel partner trainings at this center . This academy is designed to provide them with a high-quality training and curriculum to stay current on new developments . It is our commitment towards capacity building in the Indian flow cytometry community .
Q : Lot of biosuppliers and tech providers tell me that their business got affected due to lack of funding ? Is that the case with you too ?
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