7 Signs You're Using the Wrong Cannabis Dispensary POS System
By Gary Cohen on January 2, 2018
If you own or manage a cannabis retail venture and have invested in a marijuana-specific point of sale (POS) system, you’ve made a smart decision. Cannabis dispensary POS is advantageous over a traditional point of sale for several reasons—the most important of which is the ability to …
5 Must-Visit Cannabis Dispensaries in California - Santa Ana
By Gary Cohen on December 28, 2017
Santa Ana is a gem nestled in Orange County, CA, a popular location that boasts great weather, plenty of attractions, and cannabis retail locations galore!
Why Your Cannabis Retail POS Needs an Offline Mode
By Gary Cohen on December 21, 2017
Cannabis-specific software services have made dispensary record-keeping and compliance reporting easier than ever. With the industry now teeming with tech companies, cannabis retailers no longer need to rely on cumbersome spreadsheets or—even worse—pencil and paper to track their sale …
California Cannabis Compliance: 7 Key Aspects to Consider
By Gary Cohen on December 18, 2017
If you’ve been granted a license as a California cannabis retailer, congratulations! You’re now a part of one of the largest legal cannabis markets in the world.
5 Must-See Cannabis Dispensaries in California - San Jose
By Gary Cohen on December 6, 2017
We’re practically counting down until January 1, when recreational cannabis sales will be legal in the state of California. One of the more populated areas of the state is right in the heart of Silicon Valley, where the cannabis industry is sure to be a huge success.
Why You Need Dispensary Software at Your California Operation
By Gary Cohen on December 4, 2017
With California’s cannabis market set to explode, entrepreneurs across the state are preparing for their piece of the action. Business owners of all stripes are looking to leverage their experience and expertise in other trades in the burgeoning cannabis industry.
5 Northern California Cannabis Retailers You Must Visit
By Gary Cohen on November 22, 2017
The countdown to recreational cannabis sales in California has commenced. Come January 1 the legal framework will be up and running and cannabis retailers across the state will join Colorado, Washington, Nevada and Oregon in the green rush. If you reside in California, consider yourse …
Optimize Inventory Management with Cannabis Retail Software
By Gary Cohen on November 15, 2017
With all the regulations and constantly-changing laws that cannabis retail owners have to keep up with—and the magnitude of the potential consequences for being found out of compliance—it makes sense to streamline and automate as many aspects of your dispensary operations as possible.
Keeping Up with the Next Evolution of Cannabis Retail
By Gary Cohen on November 10, 2017
Cannabis retailer operations have grown and changed dramatically in the last years, and the strategies once used by business owners may not be as applicable as they once were. Gone are the days of being the only cannabis retailer in town; now, the next evolution of cannabis retail req …
Cannabis POS Compliance, Scalability & Reliability is a Must
By Gary Cohen on October 31, 2017
At Cova, we know retail technology. In fact, we are apart of iQmetrix, a software company that’s 450 people strong with 19,000 stores in North America that depend on our technical strength and reliability to handle over 3 billion transactions a year. Yep, you heard us right. 3 billion …
4 Operational Decisions Successful Cannabis Retailers Make
By Gary Cohen on October 18, 2017
In previous articles, we’ve examined topics like controlling costs at your dispensary, and growing your cannabis retail operation with social media; today, we’re going to take a step back and look at some top-level strategic and operational decisions successful cannabis retailers make …
Top 3 Hiring Mistakes Cannabis Dispensaries Make
By Gary Cohen on October 4, 2017
Looking to expand your cannabis retail team? Hiring is a challenge for any business. However, it can be especially difficult for cannabis retail companies. A single bad hire can lead to disastrous results in this industry. Considering cannabis is the fastest growing industry in the Un …