In order to get your laboratory up and running effectively, you must have a proper plan in place. There is much more to creating this integrated approach than just determining what the bottom-line cost is for each component. In fact, that should be one of the last considerations that you make. You should first examine what space you have available and how that area is intended to be used. If you do scientific testing and experimentation, for example, the laboratory furniture you need will be slightly different than someone who handles food applications. Once you determine space and use, you can then begin to assess the costs of each suitable option, creating a well rounded laboratory space.