Wilmington, Delaware – July 16, 2024 – CloudLIMS, a leading SOC 2 compliant and ISO 9001:2015 certified lab informatics provider, is proud to announce its integration with Metrc, the most trusted and experienced provider of cannabis regulatory systems in the United States. CloudLIMS’ inclusion on Metrc’s validated integrators list for Michigan typifies CloudLIMS’ continued commitment to enhancing regulatory compliance and operational efficiency for cannabis testing laboratories.
METRC, which stands for Marijuana Enforcement Tracking and Compliance, is a seed-to-sale tracking system for the cannabis industry. It ensures compliance by labeling and monitoring plants, following their journey from growth through harvest, and overseeing their transformation into cannabis products ready for market. In Michigan, the Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) has mandated the use of Metrc as the designated tracking system for all commercial cannabis operations, including cannabis testing labs.
CloudLIMS’ customers will enjoy the following benefits with the METRC interface:
- Automated Sample Retrieval and Posting of Results: The integration allows laboratories to automatically retrieve sample information from Metrc directly into the Cannabis LIMS, along with details such as Metrc package tag ID, strain, and more. Upon completing the tests, CloudLIMS’ users can seamlessly post test results to Metrc in a few clicks. This ensures timely and accurate reporting, helping laboratories comply with the state regulatory requirements without additional administrative overhead. The integration maintains consistently accurate and up-to-date records in Metrc, eliminating discrepancies and saving valuable time for laboratory staff.
- Streamlined Reporting: Integration with Metrc automates compliant CoA generation, saving time for testing laboratories. This streamlined process ensures the timely submission of CoAs, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Reduced Turnaround Time: The integration of CloudLIMS and Metrc significantly accelerates the reporting process, which is crucial in the fast-paced cannabis industry. This capability enables laboratories to report product test results to state regulatory agencies on time, ensuring compliance and preventing regulatory pitfalls.
- Simplified Audits: During regulatory audits, CloudLIMS’ interface to Metrc simplifies data access and verification, transforming audits into a smoother, less stressful experience. The interface provides transparent access to necessary information, ensuring compliance readiness.
- Real-time Visibility: The integration provides real-time updates on sample status and test results, allowing laboratory personnel to stay informed and make timely decisions. This transparency enhances communication and coordination within the laboratory.
- Scalability for Growth: CloudLIMS’ interface to Metrc is designed to scale seamlessly with business growth in the expanding cannabis sector. This scalability accommodates increased data volume and complexity, ensuring sustained compliance and supporting expansion.
How Does the CloudLIMS-Metrc Integration Work
CloudLIMS’ integration with Metrc automates state regulatory reporting through a series of seamless steps.
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- Laboratories initiate the integration by securely connecting CloudLIMS with Metrc using CloudLIMS’ proprietary and secure REST API key.
- As samples are submitted to Metrc, the LIMS begins fetching sample details, including package tag IDs, item names, categories, and more information, from Metrc utilizing the facility’s license.
- Laboratory personnel then proceed with sample processing and testing, adhering to standard operating procedures.
- Finally, upon completion of testing, test results are automatically logged into the LIMS with interoperable instruments, and seamlessly transmitted back to Metrc in a state-compliant format, ensuring accurate and efficient reporting.
