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Illinois BioTrack Guide

Flourish Software is fully integrated with the BioTrack Track and Trace System

BioTrack is one of the leading providers of state-mandated regulatory and compliance seed-to-sale technology used to trace and trace cannabis throughout the supply chain.

NOTE: In May 2023, Illinois declared its decision award their new cannabis track and trace government contract to Metrc. The exact timing for the switch between systems has not been disclosed, and we will provide  updates as they become available.

BioTrack in Illinois 101

Since 2015, BioTrack has served as the official statewide track-and-trace system for Illinois' cannabis program. The Illinois Department of Agriculture is responsible for licensing and regulating adult-use cultivation centers, cannabis craft growers, cannabis infusers, cannabis transporters, and Community College Vocational Cannabis Pilot Programs. Meanwhile, the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) manages the licensing and regulation of adult-use dispensaries.

In 2013, the Illinois General Assembly passed the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act (MCPP), legalizing medical cannabis under strict conditions. Governor Patrick Quinn signed this into law in August 2013, making Illinois the 20th state to legalize medical marijuana, effective January 1.

On May 31, 2019, Illinois took a further step by passing the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act, legalizing recreational marijuana from January 1, 2020, signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker. This act positioned Illinois as the first state to legalize recreational cannabis sales through the legislature, making it the 11th state to permit recreational use. 

Approved Illinois cannabis license holders must implement and stay compliant with BioTrack.

However, the state has issued notice to award Metrc with their new track and trace government contract.

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How Flourish Software Can Help

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Make informed decisions with detailed reports and analytics.

Flourish provides a robust set of pre-built reports and dashboards to help you make data-driven decisions including:
INVENTORY CONTROL | HARVEST PROJECTIONS | LAB RESULTS SALES REPORTING | EXPIRING LAB RESULTS | CUSTOMER BALANCE DUE
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Stay compliant with state recording requirements.

Say goodbye to stress and hello to compliant cannabis operations. Our system records and organizes all necessary data including reporting requirements for all pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and agricultural chemicals applied to cannabis plants and growing mediums.
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Save time and resources with full inventory tracking.

Flourish is a centralized system to track inventory and supply chain processes, from seed to sale. Automate and streamline tasks such as product tracking, ordering, receiving, and shipping, and get real-time visibility into cannabis and non-cannabis inventory levels and product movements.

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Connect all your systems & increase efficiency.

We've integrated with the industry's best tools including CRM, e-commerce, finance, logistics, and compliance integrations. 

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"Flourish has streamlined our wholesale operations. Our team can effortlessly transfer products from manufacturing to our wholesale website. For our CFO and Inventory Lead, who primarily work within Flourish, the reporting capabilities and product tracking have become significantly more efficient."

Ravon Williams
Major Bloom

Helpful Resources

FAQs

Do I have to use BioTrack in Illinois? 

Yes. The state has established rules that all cannabis producers, processors, and retailers are required to follow. All licensees are required to report activities related to the production, transportation and sale of marijuana on a daily basis as mandated by the state of Illinois.

Note: Illinois will switch over to Metrc for its track and trace government system in the near future. Flourish software is fully integrated with Metrc.

How do I get BioTrack training?

BioTrack provides training, customer service, and technical support to ensure users can effectively utilize the software. Please contact the correct governing body listed above for more information. Flourish offers extensive training on using your Seed-to-Sale Software, including our Flourish Hub with self-faced courses and extensive help documentation. 

Am I required to purchase any additional hardware for BioTrack compliance? 

No. BioTrack operates as a web-based system, accessible exclusively through an API. Your Flourish instance only requires an internet connection and a web browser. You don't need to download, install, or maintain any software nor purchase any additional hardware. You will have a wide choice of printers, as documented on our Supported Hardware page.

How does BioTrack's trace-and-track system work?

BioTrack generates universally unique IDs (UUIDs) to identify plants and barcodes on products.  By providing detailed tracking of cannabis products from cultivation to sale, BioTrack enables businesses to adhere to state regulations and reporting requirements.

How does Flourish interact with BioTrack? 

Flourish provides a seamless BioTrack integration with its API, allowing licensed operators to manage their seed-to-sale operations while ensuring compliance with the state-mandated track-and-trace requirements. User provisioning, permissions, and data submission happen in real time as users create plants, harvest, convert inventory, locate inventory, split inventory, test, transport, and sale product within Flourish. 

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