Transform Your Cannabis Testing Laboratory with Enterprise-Grade LIMS.
Cannabis Testing Labs Run on Tight Margins, Tighter Regulations, and Zero Tolerance for Data Errors.
Revol LIMS gives you automated COA generation, multi-state compliance configuration, ISO 17025-ready audit trails, and direct instrument integration — in one platform.
Solving the Unique Challenges of the Cannabis Industry
Analytical testing in the cannabis and hemp space is more than just science; it’s a high-stakes regulatory race. Whether you are operating from one location or a multi-state enterprise, the pressure is constant:
- Complex Jurisdictional Variance: Navigating the patchwork of state and national regulations where action limits and testing requirements change overnight.
- Zero-Second Recall Pressure: The need for absolute accuracy in data to prevent costly product recalls and protect consumer safety.
- Operational Bottlenecks: Managing high-volume sample throughput from varied matrices (Flower, Edibles, Concentrates, Beverages) while maintaining a fast Turnaround Time (TAT).
Enterprise Features for Modern Cannabis Laboratories
1. Automated Track-and-Trace Integration
Manual reporting is a liability. Revol LIMS has the capability to integrate with major regulatory databases, including METRC, BioTrackTHC, LEAF and other state-specific systems.
- Automate daily compliance uploads.
- Real-time synchronisation of sample IDs and testing results.
- Complete chain-of-custody (CoC) tracking from intake to disposal.
2. Rule-Based OOS Flagging & Data Integrity Controls
Go beyond manual result review. Revol LIMS applies configurable specification limits to every result as it is entered — automatically flagging Out-of-Specification (OOS) and Out-of-Trend (OOT) values before they reach the approval stage.
- Automatic OOS Alerts : The moment a result breaches a configured limit, the system flags it preventing non-conforming results from reaching the final COA.
- Configurable Spec Limits: Set action limits per analyte, per matrix, and per jurisdiction. As state regulations change, limits are updated centrally in minutes.
- Built-in Calculation Engines: Complex calculations for Total THC, CBD, and moisture content are handled automatically — with configurable rounding rules applied consistently across all results.
- ALCOA+ Data Integrity: All data in Revol LIMS is Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, and Accurate — with a complete electronic audit trail from sample login to issued COA.
3. The Ultimate B2B Client Portal
Your LIMS is a sales tool. Provide your cultivators, processors, and manufacturers with a premium experience that keeps them coming back:
- Live Sample Tracking: Let clients see exactly where their batch is in the testing process.
- Professional COAs: Generate interactive, custom-branded Certificates of Analysis with secure QR codes for consumer verification.
- Bulk Ordering: Allow clients to submit multiple samples and digital CoC forms in seconds.
4. Multi-Matrix & Stability Testing
The market is evolving. Your LIMS should handle more than just flower.
- Configurable workflows for Edibles, Topicals, Concentrates, and Beverages.
- Built-in Stability and Shelf-Life Testing modules for manufactured cannabis products.
- Advanced Microbial, Pesticide, Heavy Metal, and Terpene profiling panels.
What's Holding Cannabis Labs Back
Across the cannabis industry, laboratory teams consistently face the same operational and compliance challenges:
Manual COA Generation
Labs spending hours compiling COAs manually from multiple instrument outputs, spreadsheets, and templates — creating transcription errors and regulatory risk.
Fragmented Sample Tracking
Samples handed off between teams with no centralised chain-of-custody record. Lost samples, delayed releases, and failed audits are the result.
Compliance Complexity
Regulatory requirements differ by state, territory, and country. Without a LIMS managing these rules, compliance depends entirely on individual knowledge — a fragile, audit-vulnerable position.
Instrument Data Silos
HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and other instruments produce data in isolation. Without integration, results are manually re-entered — doubling the work and the error rate.
Batch Traceability Gaps
Inability to trace a batch from raw material receipt through processing and testing to distribution creates recall risk and regulatory exposure.
Scaling Without Breaking
As sample volumes grow, manual and patchwork systems buckle. Labs that grew fast on spreadsheets eventually hit a ceiling where throughput, quality, and compliance all suffer simultaneously.
Built for Global Compliance Standards
The cannabis industry is regulated at multiple levels simultaneously — federal frameworks (where applicable), state or territory licensing requirements, international standards, and accreditation requirements for testing labs. Revol LIMS is built on a foundation of international regulatory standards, ensuring your lab is always audit-ready for:
| Standard / Regulation | How Revol LIMS Supports Compliance |
|---|---|
| ISO 17025 | Accreditation-aligned workflows, method management, proficiency test tracking, and document control for cannabis testing laboratories seeking or maintaining ISO 17025 accreditation. |
| ASTM D8228 | Standard practice compliance for cannabis testing — sampling, chain-of-custody, and data integrity controls aligned to the ASTM framework. |
| cGMP / GMP | SOP enforcement, electronic batch records, OOS investigation workflows, and audit-trail-driven batch release for cannabis manufacturing operations. |
| State Licensing Requirements | Configurable workflows, test panels, and reporting formats aligned to the specific requirements of individual US and Canada cannabis regulatory programmes. |
| Seed-to-Sale Traceability | Integration support for state-mandated track-and-trace platforms (Metrc, BioTrackTHC, LEAF). Revol LIMS maintains the laboratory data layer that completes the traceability picture. |
| Data Integrity (ALCOA+) | All data in Revol LIMS is Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, and Accurate. Electronic signatures, audit trails, and change logs satisfy regulators across all jurisdictions. |
| 21 CFR Part 11 (where applicable) | For cannabis organisations with FDA-adjacent operations or those seeking pharmaceutical-grade laboratory management standards, Revol LIMS supports electronic records and signature requirements. |
| Health Canada (CALA) | Full alignment with Canadian cannabis testing mandates. |
| FSMA & USDA Hemp | Specialized support for federal hemp mandates and food safety standards for infused products. |
What Revol LIMS Does for Your Lab
Built on regulated-industry compliance principles used across pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and mining laboratories worldwide — applied specifically to the needs of cannabis testing labs in the US and Canada.
Key Revol LIMS Capabilities for Cannabis
- Assigns unique IDs and barcodes to every sample and tracks its entire journey — from intake through analysis to storage or disposal — giving you full audit-ready traceability at every stage.
- Barcode & RFID sample tracking
- Chain-of-custody management
- Sample login via web or mobile
- Queue and priority management
- Configurable test panels
- Sample storage location tracking
- Supports all standard cannabis tests including Potency (THC/CBD), Terpenes, Pesticides, Residual Solvents, Heavy Metals, and Microbiology — with automated scheduling, instrument assignment, and out-of-spec flagging built in.
- Automated COA generation
- Branded, configurable templates
- Multi-analyte panel reporting
- Digital COA delivery to clients
- Batch & lot-level reporting
- Regulatory report exports
- Built to align with state and region specific regulations, ISO/IEC 17025, FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and more — so your lab stays compliant from day one, without the administrative burden.
- Full electronic audit trail
- Role-based access control
- Electronic signatures
- OOS/OOT investigation workflows
- Document and SOP management
- Instrument calibration records
- Seamlessly connects with your lab instruments to pull data directly, eliminating manual entry errors and ensuring complete data integrity from instrument to report
- HPLC, GC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, LC-MS
- Bi-directional data transfer
- No manual result re-entry
- Real-time instrument status
- Multi-instrument support
- Tracks solvents, standards, and consumables — including lot numbers and expiry dates — so nothing slips through the cracks and your lab always operates efficiently.
- Batch and lot management
- Reagent and consumable tracking
- Hold and release workflows
- Recall traceability
- Expiry date management
- Anomaly flagging when results deviate from historical patterns. OOS investigation workflow triggered on detection. Turnaround time analytics to surface bottlenecks. Trend dashboards by analyte, analyst, and client.
- Anomaly & OOS auto-detection
- Trend analysis dashboards
- Predictive quality alerts
- KPI and TAT reporting
- Customisable dashboards
The Revol Difference: Why We Outpace Legacy Vendors
| Feature | Revol LIMS | Legacy Vendors |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | No-Code / Low-Code Update panels and action limits in minutes without IT support. | Requires custom coding or expensive vendor consultations for every change. |
| Intelligence | AI-Driven Predictive anomaly detection catches errors before they happen. | Reactive systems that only flag errors after they are entered. |
| Integrations | Plug-and-Play Built-in APIs for METRC and leading instruments (Agilent, Shimadzu, etc.). | Often require third-party middleware or manual CSV uploads. |
| Architecture | Cloud-Native Secure, scalable, and accessible from any device or lab location. | Often rely on dated on-premise servers with limited remote access. |
| Implementation Time | 3–4 Months: Rapid deployment via proven implementation methodology and technical expertise. | 9–12 Months: Protracted timelines involving heavy custom coding and onsite consulting. |
Accelerate Your Lab’s Growth
Revol LIMS gives testing labs the infrastructure to know, at any point, that their data is defensible, their COAs are traceable, and their accreditation is not at risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Revol LIMS generate Certificates of Analysis automatically?
Yes. Revol LIMS automates COA generation entirely — once test results are verified and approved in the system, a fully structured, branded COA is produced without manual compilation. COAs can be delivered digitally to clients, distributors, or regulators and are permanently archived in the system with full audit traceability.
Does Revol LIMS integrate with state seed-to-sale track-and-trace systems like Metrc?
Revol LIMS is designed with integration in mind. The system supports data exchange with state-mandated track-and-trace platforms including Metrc, BioTrackTHC, LEAF and Data Systems. Laboratory test results and batch release data can be synchronised to ensure complete regulatory traceability from laboratory to point of sale.
Which analytical instruments can Revol LIMS connect to in a cannabis testing lab?
Revol LIMS supports bi-directional integration with the full range of analytical instruments used in cannabis testing, including HPLC and UHPLC systems (potency, terpenes), GC-MS and GC-MS/MS (pesticides, residual solvents, terpenes), ICP-MS and ICP-OES (heavy metals), LC-MS/MS (mycotoxins, pesticides), and moisture analysers. Instrument results transfer directly into the LIMS without manual re-entry, eliminating transcription errors entirely.
Is Revol LIMS suitable for ISO 17025 accredited cannabis testing laboratories?
Yes. Revol LIMS is designed to support the operational requirements of ISO 17025 accredited laboratories, including method management, proficiency test sample tracking, measurement uncertainty documentation, equipment calibration records, and document control. Our workflows align to the ISO 17025:2017 standard and can be configured to meet accreditation body requirements.
Can Revol LIMS handle the testing requirements for different states with different regulatory panels?
Yes. Revol LIMS features configurable test panels and regulatory templates that can be set up for the specific required analytes, action limits, and reporting formats mandated by each state's cannabis regulatory programme. As regulations evolve, panels and limits can be updated centrally without disrupting ongoing operations.
Does Revol LIMS support electronic signatures for cannabis GMP compliance?
Yes. Revol LIMS includes a full electronic signature framework with role-based approval workflows. Analysts, supervisors, and QA personnel can sign off on results, COAs, batch records, and instrument logs electronically. All signatures are time-stamped, audit-trailed, and cannot be altered after the fact — meeting the requirements of GMP and data integrity frameworks applicable to cannabis manufacturing.
