Small-Scale Scientific Glassware Inventory
A simple, QR code-based inventory system for tracking individual, expensive, and specialized pieces of scientific glassware (e.g., reactor vessels, fractionating columns) in a research lab.
🎯The Problem
Labs waste massive funds replacing lost or broken specialized glassware because inventory tracking is non-existent or relies on manual labels.
💡The Solution
A mobile app that generates and scans unique QR codes on each piece of glass, tracking its location, last user, and cleaning/use history.
👥Target Users
University Research Labs, Small Chemical/Pharma R&D Teams, Lab Managers, Budget Officers
📊Difficulty: 4/10 — Beginner-Friendly
This is a beginner-friendly micro-SaaS idea, ideal for first-time builders or developers looking for a manageable side project. Ideas at this difficulty level typically involve straightforward architectures, well-documented APIs, and clear user flows.
Estimated Timeline
A few weekends to a working MVP
Skills Needed
Basic web development, a simple database, and a payment integration
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