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Lab's Dynamic Work Design Boosts Efficiency 80% Amid COVID

8/28/2025

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Sheila Dodge, a molecular biologist at the Broad Institute, experienced high demand for genetic data services, causing staff burnout.
She implemented dynamic work design principles, resulting in an 80% improvement in turnaround times and a fourfold increase in capacity.
These changes positioned the lab as one of the most efficient testing facilities during COVID-19.

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Story summary

Sheila Dodge, a molecular biologist at the Broad Institute, experienced high demand for genetic data services, causing staff burnout.
She implemented dynamic work design principles, resulting in an 80% improvement in turnaround times and a fourfold increase in capacity.
These changes positioned the lab as one of the most efficient testing facilities during COVID-19.