The good news? You don’t have to juggle three systems to stay compliant. With cannabis-specific ERP software, cultivators can integrate directly with Metrc and remove the need for QuickBooks altogether to save you time, money and sanity.  

The Trouble with QuickBooks in Cannabis 

QuickBooks is one of the most widely used accounting tools in the world. It’s affordable, accessible, and a majority of bookkeepers are trained on it. For basic journal entries or vendor payments, QuickBooks can get the job done. But for many cannabis operators, it falls short or leaves you hanging. 

QuickBooks doesn’t integrate with Metrc. That means cultivators must manually enter data into two separate systems, doubling the workload and the risk of human error. It also doesn’t handle batch management, yield tracking, or compliance tagging. When regulators audit, pulling accurate reports across spreadsheets, QuickBooks, and Metrc becomes a nightmare. On top of all the industry-specific shortcomings, the Intuit terms of service allow QuickBooks to pull the plug on cannabis businesses at any time.  

In short, QuickBooks was never designed for cannabis. For growing cultivators, the cracks show fast. 

Why ERP is Different 

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems built for cannabis combine finance, compliance, and operations in one platform. The right ERP integrates directly with Metrc, so every plant and every gram is tracked automatically. No duplicate entry. No gaps between systems. 

As a disclaimer, not EVERY ERP is built for cannabis. 365 Cannabis utilizes Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP and has custom built it exclusively for cannabis. On a more confusing note, not every ERP in cannabis is actually an ERP- it’s common for some seed-to-sale software to claim they’re an ERP despite not delivering on the ERP promise.  

A true ERP streamlines all software for operators and eliminates the need for a mismatched tech stack.  

Here’s what cultivators gain with ERP: 

• Direct Metrc integration: Plant tagging, harvest data, and transfers flow automatically 

• Compliance-ready reports: Regulators ask, you pull the data fast 

• Audit trails: Every action is tracked, so you’re always inspection-ready 

• Integrated finance and forecasting: Cost per gram, yield forecasting, and revenue reporting are tied directly to your cultivation data 

Instead of bouncing between Metrc, QuickBooks, and spreadsheets, ERP creates one source of truth. 

Beyond Compliance: Smarter Operations with ERP 

The benefit of ERP goes beyond Metrc capabilities and what any seed-to-sale can offer. By uniting compliance and finance, cultivators finally see the true cost of production. Batch data connects directly to financial reports. Yield forecasts are grounded in real numbers, not guesses. Investors and stakeholders get clear, accurate reports. 

And without QuickBooks in the middle, finance teams don’t fight against a system that was never meant for cannabis. Everything lives in one platform designed for the industry. Your finance team will thank you, and they’re the team you really want to win over (trust us).  

Next Steps 

Metrc is mandatory. QuickBooks is optional. For cultivators who want to scale without compliance risk, ERP is the clear path forward. By integrating directly with Metrc and eliminating the need for QuickBooks, cannabis operators save time, reduce risk, and create a stronger foundation for growth. 

Your compliance system should not hold you back. Schedule a demo with 365 Cannabis today and see how ERP makes compliance simple, accurate, and scalable. 

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Here’s Everything You Need to Scale Your Missouri Cannabis Business in 2025

Automated Metrc Integration 

Missouri’s state compliance system is Metrc, the leading state cannabis compliance system in the United States. There are many operators who rely on manual entry for tracking plants and products, however manual entry leaves a lot of room for risk. The compliance fees and fines significantly outweigh the cost of trustworthy compliance software. Competitive operators in Missouri are actively looking for cannabis software with an automated metrc integration to avoid manual entry errors. The leading cannabis ERP systems, like 365 Cannabis, are designed with compliance guardrails to ensure users stay within regulations at every step, something we pride ourselves on.  

Real-Time Inventory Control 

As a company grows, so do their assets and that includes every seed, every gram, every gummy. Having instant access to all products across cultivation, manufacturing, and retail is a non-negotiable for the leading Missouri cannabis operators. Real-time inventory control gives operators instant visibility into every SKU, eliminating blind spots and costly write-offs. The right cannabis software will track take account of everything within the supply chain and production schedule and be able to deliver Available-to-Purchase (ATP) data for sales (and here’s why that’s important).  

Integrated Cannabis-Focused Financial Tools 

Missouri’s cannabis community is booming and that means more money to manage for operators. Many businesses, cannabis or not, use QuickBooks. That’s a fair tool for some businesses, but it’s not designed or optimized at all for cannabis operators. Cannabis has unique challenges as a federally illegal, state legal, Schedule I substance subject to 280E. Outside of the QuickBooks limitations, due to cannabis being federally illegal, they do reserve the right to not support any cannabis enterprises, even fully legal and licensed ones. We’ve seen reported issues with QuickBooks as early as 2015 of entire financial recording software locked overnight. While QuickBooks does often turn a blind eye, they overall do not serve the needs of the cannabis community. ERP platforms have financial systems built into place that serve two functions- eliminating the need for third party financials like QuickBooks and integrating all efforts to ensure financial data is accurate. The 365 Cannabis financial module for example pulls financial data in from all sales, all purchases, all invoices, everywhere that touches the business to ensure every penny is accounted for. Native financial functions reduce the opportunity for human error and ensure every spend and every sale is accounted for.  

Data and Analytics for Decision Making  

Missouri’s cannabis market is still relatively young, which means consumer behavior is evolving quickly. Operators who rely only on historic sales data risk missing major shifts in category demand. Advanced analytics provide real-time visibility into product performance, costs, and margins, helping operators pivot quickly and stay ahead of competitors. Dashboards powered by tools like Microsoft’s Power BI allow businesses to identify growth categories, spot inefficiencies, and make data-driven decisions with confidence. In a fast-moving market, analytics are the difference between reacting to trends and leading them. 

Missouri cannabis operators are competing in one of the most dynamic markets in the country. Success in Missouri’s cannabis market demands excellence in compliance, product visibility, accuracy, finance, and control across the entire business. ERP built for cannabis, like 365 Cannabis, combines compliance, inventory, financials, and analytics into one platform designed for growth. 

If you’re ready to scale your Missouri cannabis operation, schedule a demo with 365 Cannabis and see how ERP can help you lead the market. 

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California cannabis operators are facing a major compliance update with the launch of Metrc’s direct to consumer recall tool. This new feature was announced on Wednesday, August 20^th and changes how cannabis product recalls are managed in California. The tool shifts responsibility from dispensaries to a system driven notification that alerts consumers directly. For operators, the Metrc California recall system represents both an opportunity to build trust and a challenge to manage increased compliance pressure. 

What is the Metrc California Recall Tool? 

Metrc is the state system for California’s cannabis industry. In California, Metrc is used to monitor cannabis from cultivation through retail sale. Historically, product recalls were communicated through dispensaries and regulators, with operators relying on store staff or email chains to notify customers. Metrc is utilizing their partnership with Retail ID to communicate product information. This creates a direct channel straight to consumers from Metrc themselves. By streamlining middle steps, California regulators can deliver faster and more reliable alerts when a product is identified as unsafe or mislabeled.  

Why the Recall Update Matters for Cannabis Businesses 

An interesting side effect of this movement will be the direct visibility users have when interacting with brands and products. Dispensaries have reached varying levels of effectiveness when relaying product updates to customers. Some can be very effective or proactive with recalls while others may slap a sign up on the show floor and call it a day. This initiative thankfully reduces the workload from dispensaries and refocuses the recall discussion to the products and brands. Here are some high-level benefits we anticipate from this pivot:  

• Faster notifications ensure that unsafe products are identified and removed quickly 

• More visibility for regulators strengthens consumer protection and industry transparency 

• Higher compliance standards place more pressure on businesses to maintain clean and accurate product records 

• Reduced labor for retailers as they can advise guests to scan product for recall information, rather than actively communicating to customers 

The Risks Operators Should Consider 

On the flip side of this initiative, brands can anticipate an increased level of visibility with any potential recalls. Brands that have recurring recalls will be repeatedly brought to the forefront of the conversation which may (and should) impact their brand affinity and even market share. The Metrc California recall tool makes transparency unavoidable, meaning operators must be prepared to respond quickly and clearly to prevent brand damage.  

How California Cannabis Operators Can Prepare 

Operators with increased concerns about Metrc California’s recall tool need to zoom out and bring compliance to the forefront. There are a few options but optimizing compliance tools is essential. Many Seed-to-Sale software options focus on solely connecting to Metrc as a safeguard. A full suite ERP, however, goes past the Seed-to-Sale compliance and delivers compliance safeguard across every element of the business. A software tracker that brings in all departments into one source of truth can be leveraged for accurate inventory, batch tracking, and stopping issues before they arise.  

Being proactive is the best defense against the potential disruption of a recall. 

How 365 Cannabis Supports Recall Management 

365 Cannabis helps operators manage recalls seamlessly by combining compliance, finance, and operations in one ERP system. With centralized inventory and batch tracking, compliance integrated reporting, and financial impact visibility, 365 Cannabis equips operators to handle recalls quickly and effectively. Instead of scrambling during a recall event, operators using 365 Cannabis can act with confidence, minimize losses, and protect their brand. 

Where Do We Go From Here?

The new Metrc California recall system raises the stakes for cannabis operators across the state. Businesses that rely on spreadsheets or disconnected software will struggle to keep up with the speed and transparency regulators now demand. With 365 Cannabis, operators gain a trusted ERP partner that ensures recalls are managed with accuracy, efficiency, and accountability. 

Learn how 365 Cannabis supports California operators here.

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We’re proud to say that 365 Cannabis is heading to MJ Unpacked St. Louis this September to help Missouri operators find the right solution to manage compliance, finance, and operations in one seamless system.  

Why Missouri Cannabis Operators Outgrow Seed-to-Sale 

Basic tools handle compliance, but Missouri operators need more to stay competitive: 

• Compliance and Reporting: Keep up with Missouri’s state system, Metrc, and reduce manual errors 

• Financial Management: Handle cannabis-specific accounting, inclusive of 280E, and real-time reporting 

• Inventory Control: Track plants, batches, and packaged goods across facilities 

• Profitability: Protect margins as wholesale pricing shifts with supply and demand 

Competitive cannabis operators are looking for ERP solutions that streamline efforts across facilities. ERP eliminates the need for third party finance solutions, like QuickBooks, and aligns efforts with more detailed data reporting.  

365 Cannabis ERP for Missouri Cannabis Businesses 

With 365 Cannabis ERP, Missouri operators get: 

• Finance & Accounting – General ledger, AP/AR, budgeting, and integrated reporting. 

• Cultivation & Production – Harvest tracking, yield forecasting, recipe management. 

• Inventory Visibility – Real-time plant-to-package tracking. 

• Built-in Compliance – Direct integration for tagging and reporting. 

This all-in-one approach saves time, reduces compliance risks, and prepares Missouri operators to scale. 

Meet 365 Cannabis at MJ Unpacked St Louis 

We’re excited to connect with Missouri’s cannabis leaders at MJ Unpacked St. Louis. Come visit us at booth 337 at MJ Unpacked this September and say hi, or book time with us outside of the conference.

Book a demo with 365 Cannabis and see why Missouri operators are upgrading to ERP for compliance, finance, and growth. 

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What is Metrc?

So what is Metrc, and why is it a state-mandated regulatory system within the cannabis industry? Developed by the company Franwell Inc., Metrc was designed specifically for government agencies to regulate the cannabis industry. The primary purpose of Metrc for cannabis is to create safety and transparency for consumers within the industry while providing transactional and inventory data to state regulators. It acts as a source for all tracked events, eliminating discrepancies and red flags that may lead to investigations or the complete shutdown of an operation.

How Does Metrc Work?

Metrc integration works alongside your cannabis company’s standard API, with compatible dispensary software to manage day-to-day operations of production, distribution, and selling of cannabis products. Since every licensed cannabis company in a Metrc state has specific regulatory requirements for reporting inventory and sales, this software allows you to meet these regulatory requirements with 100% accuracy. States that have adopted Metrc compliance as their regulatory cannabis monitoring software include:

• Alaska
• California
• Colorado
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Maryland (including Washington D.C)
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Missouri
• Montana
• Nevada
• New Jersey
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Oregon

Metrc works by tracking your products through the use of Metrc tags. These RFID tags are not reusable, meaning that every package and plant tagged has a unique identifier. Metrc track and trace tags come in two different types: Plant and Package.

• Metrc Plant Tags – These tags include the facility name, license number, tag order date, and unique plant identification number. They also contain an application identifier to determine whether the product is for recreational or medical use. Recreational marijuana plant tags are blue, whereas medical marijuana tags are yellow.
• Metrc Package Tags – These Metrc track and trace items refer to the physical sticker that is placed on every package. Rather than using a plant number, they are each given a 24-digit package number, with only one type of product allowed in each package.

How to Use Metrc Integration For Your Cannabis Business

Getting started with Metrc integration for your company is relatively easy, but the nitty-gritty details require thorough research and reading of legal text for optimal compliance. Here are the steps to get started with your Metrc compliance software:

1. Register ALL employees into the Metrc system, and complete the training requirements.
2. Integrate your Metrc API key and license into your existing POS system.
3. Purchase Metrc track and trace Plant and Package tags directly through the software.
4. Set up products on the software, and confirm all tag assignments.
5. Receive your newly tagged product inventory within your POS system.
6. Ensure ongoing compliance between POS, Metrc software, and physical inventories.

While Metrc integration into your physical and POS inventories is convenient and relatively simple, there are a number of red flags that companies should be aware of throughout their entire operation. These can include:

• Processing sales from packages that do not feature any quantities
• Having packages with quantities that don’t match your physical inventory
• Missing days of sales and other tracking errors
• Incorrect data entry or miss-types (errors cannot be deleted or changed once they’re made, and every record is permanent!)

365 Cannabis

At 365 Cannabis, our cannabis regulatory software supports several multi-state operators. We’ve configured our regulatory integrations to ensure that your organization can operate in states with different mandatory reporting systems and still seamlessly funnel financial information according to your organization’s structure.

Explore our modules that can benefit your cannabis company, as well as our other cannabis compliance services. For any other questions or comments, contact us today to learn more.

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So, what does this decision mean for cannabis business owners in the state, and how can you get started on your transition? Here are the steps for a smooth transition, as well as other pertinent information regarding the new law.

Is Metrc Required in Oklahoma?

All cannabis business owners and medical marijuana commercial licensees in the state of Oklahoma now have until Thursday, May 26th, to transition over to the new system, when it will then be required by law. To facilitate the implementation of Metrc, Oklahoma officials have released a series of key dates and information regarding the transition:

• February 25th – OMMA reaches an agreement allowing Metrc to move forward as Oklahoma’s primary seed-to-sale system
• May 26th – Oklahoma Metrc Deadline. All Oklahoma cannabis businesses and dispensaries must be compliant with Metrc
• May 27th – OMMA plans to focus the bulk of its enforcement authority on businesses that are not yet compliant with Metrc
• August 24th – Dispensaries and cannabis businesses must sell or legally dispose of all products in their inventory that are not tagged by Metrc

How to Transition to Metrc in Oklahoma

To begin your onboarding process with Metrc in Oklahoma, here are some key steps for you to follow to provide you with a smooth transition:

Getting Started

1. Familiarize yourself with Metrc, and consider watching training videos to get an idea of where to begin.
2. Consider reading Metrc “101: How to Keep Your Dispensary Compliant”, if the program is entirely new to you, or you’re semi-unfamiliar with the system.
3. In order to complete Metrc’s “New Business Training”, a license owner or key administrator is required. This license owner will receive their first-time login for a Metrc account and must log in within 48 hours through the Metrc portal.
4. Request Metrc plant tags, package tags, and other UID tags. The current rate that Metrc charges is $0.45 per plant tag, and $0.25 per package tag. Tags will take 1-2 weeks to arrive.
5. Add employees to Metrc software and ensure that all permissions correctly match each employee’s position.
6. Document physical receipts of requested Metrc UID tags, then assign and apply the UID tags to your cannabis products.
7. Access the “Beginning Inventory Guide” in the Metrc portal, which outlines steps to enter initial plant/package inventories into your system.
8. Add Strains, Items, Zones, and Rooms to Metrc, which must be made prior to creating any plantings/plant groups or packages.

Best Seed to Sale Software Oklahoma

Looking for a smooth transition into Metrc in Oklahoma? At 365 Cannabis, our seed-to-sale and cannabis compliance software helps you keep track of the evolving cannabis regulations between states, as well as worldwide. Our cannabis ERP software consists of six core modules built specifically for cannabis production, which can either be used in their entirety for a complete enterprise solution, or individually to be added on as you scale.

We understand the importance of compliance at 365 Cannabis. As part of our module-based system, we offer compliance solutions and checklist protocols throughout delivery to assist your organization. In cases where integration to the regulatory tracking system is an option, 365 Cannabis will facilitate integration so that dual entry is minimized and efficiencies are realized.
For more information regarding our services, or to request a demo, contact us today.

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