How to Build Your Own Metrc
Replace Metrc with a custom build. Simplify decision-making across the supply chain.
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 13 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 13 features
Compliance(3 features)
Ease inspection, auditing, and regulatory reporting
Tighten regulated market security and prevent diversion
Ensure valid tax revenue accounting and documentation
Operations(3 features)
Direct-to-consumer product recall feature via Metrc Retail ID with QR codes
QR code-based retail product identification system achieving 1 million weekly run rate across 21 markets
Simplify product recall processes across the supply chain
Analytics(1 features)
Consolidated data consolidates every meaningful data point into one platform for complete supply chain visibility
Documentation(1 features)
Document chain of custody across the supply chain
Hardware Integration(1 features)
Radio-frequency identification technology for advanced tracking and tracing
Inventory(1 features)
Manage cultivation facility inventory and plant tracking at scale
Security(1 features)
Secure database infrastructure for storing and managing cannabis supply chain data
Support(1 features)
Dedicated customer support team to assist with platform usage and compliance
Cost Calculator
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